Apple iPhone 16 vs HONOR 400
Our Verdict: The HONOR 400 leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the Apple iPhone 16's 48MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the HONOR 400 packs the bigger battery, 5300mAh against 3561mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own. The HONOR 400 has the bigger screen, 6.6" against 6.1", and the Apple iPhone 16 is the lighter phone at 170g against 184g. The HONOR 400 doesn't just win on price; it holds its own on specs too, which makes it the easy pick unless something specific draws you to the Apple iPhone 16.
The HONOR 400 is the cheaper one to own: around £373 over a typical contract, £256 less than the Apple iPhone 16.
12 reviews 4.0
10 reviews
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Apple iPhone 16
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HONOR 400
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| Expert Rating | 4.2 12 reviews |
4.0 10 reviews |
| Screen | 6.1" | 6.55" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2556 x 1179 | 2736 x 1264 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 461 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 3,561 mAh | 5,300 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 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 | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm | 156.5 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight | 170 grams | 184 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) | IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets) |
| Contracts |
£23.50/mo
£20.00 upfront |
£30.97/mo
£0.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £484.99 | £220.00 |
| Prices updated 27 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR 400 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 400 is cheaper on contract at £373.44 over the life of the deal from £30.97 per month with £0.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR 400?
The HONOR 400 has the bigger screen at 6.6" compared to the Apple iPhone 16's 6.1", both screens are similarly sharp at around 461 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 16 uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the HONOR 400 has a AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR 400?
The Apple iPhone 16 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 or HONOR 400?
The HONOR 400 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £220.00.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 16 and HONOR 400?
The Apple iPhone 16 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR 400 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 16 and HONOR 400 use?
The Apple iPhone 16 is powered by the Apple A18 (3 nm), 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 or HONOR 400?
The Apple iPhone 16 is the more portable of the two: it's 14g lighter at 170 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm, the HONOR 400 is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 16 or HONOR 400?
The Apple iPhone 16 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the HONOR 400 is rated IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 16 and HONOR 400 run?
The Apple iPhone 16 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.