Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs HONOR 400

Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the HONOR 400 is £640.00 less expensive than the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max. With a 6.9" display, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max gives you more viewing area. If the camera matters most, the HONOR 400 has the edge at 200MP. Front-camera quality goes to the HONOR 400 at 50MP.

Screen
6.9" 6.55"
Display
LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1320 x 2868 2736 x 1264
Pixels Per Inch
458 460
Rear Camera
48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage
256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 15
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm 156.5 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm
Weight
227 grams 184 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets)
Contracts
£41.79/mo (£29.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£676.00 £300.00
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max HONOR 400 HONOR 400
Screen 6.9" 6.55"
Display LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1320 x 2868 2736 x 1264
Pixels Per Inch 458 460
Rear Camera 48 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A18 Pro Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Storage 256GB, 512GB, 1TB 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android 15
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-SIM Nano SIM + Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm 156.5 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm
Weight 227 grams 184 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets)
Contracts £41.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free £676.00 £300.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or HONOR 400 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 400 is cheaper on contract at £391.96 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or HONOR 400?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the bigger screen at 6.9" compared to the HONOR 400's 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 458 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max uses a LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR 400 has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or HONOR 400?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max features a 48 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR 400 has a 200 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or HONOR 400?

The HONOR 400 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £300.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and HONOR 400?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the HONOR 400 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and HONOR 400 use?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is powered by the Apple A18 Pro, while the HONOR 400 uses the Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or HONOR 400?

The HONOR 400 is the more portable of the two — it's 43g lighter at 184 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 156.5 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm, and is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or HONOR 400?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the HONOR 400 is rated IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and HONOR 400 run?

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max runs Apple iOS and the HONOR 400 runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.