HONOR 400 Lite vs HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G

Our Verdict: Storage favours the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G, which tops out at 512GB rather than 256GB. The display detail leans toward the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G, rated at 460 PPI against 394 PPI. Camera hardware is mixed: a 108MP rear camera versus 50MP, while the HONOR 400 Lite has the 16MP front camera. In practical terms, the HONOR 400 Lite suits buyers who care most about the higher-resolution rear camera, and the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G pushes back with a sharper display.
HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite vs HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G
Screen
6.7" 6.81"
Display
AMOLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2412 1312 x 2848
Pixels Per Inch
394 460
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Battery
5,230 mAh 5,100 mAh
Storage
256GB 512GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm
Weight
171 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£24.97/mo (£0.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
- £511.00

Prices updated 16 July 2026

Deals Deals
HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G
Screen 6.7" 6.81"
Display AMOLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2412 1312 x 2848
Pixels Per Inch 394 460
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
Battery 5,230 mAh 5,100 mAh
Storage 256GB 512GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm
Weight 171 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £24.97/mo
£0.00 upfront 		-
SIM-free - £511.00
Prices updated 16 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR 400 Lite
HONOR 400 Lite

12 Months

256GB

Velvet Black

3GB

Data

£24.97 per month, with FREE phone.

HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G
HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G

512GB

Black

Refurbished

From £511

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the HONOR 400 Lite's 6.7", the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 394, and the HONOR 400 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The HONOR 400 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the HONOR 400 Lite and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The HONOR 400 Lite is available in 256GB, while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Lite and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G use?

The HONOR 400 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm), while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The HONOR 400 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 48g lighter at 171 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm, and is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?

The HONOR 400 Lite is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Lite and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G run?

Both phones run Android.