HONOR 400 Lite vs HONOR Magic 8 Lite

Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is £25.58 less expensive than the HONOR 400 Lite. Display sharpness is where the HONOR Magic 8 Lite pulls ahead, hitting 427 PPI. You'll barely notice the HONOR 400 Lite in your pocket at 171g. The HONOR Magic 8 Lite is better sealed against water with its IP65 certification.

Expert Rating
3.6
3 reviews
3.8
8 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.79"
Display
AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2412 1200 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch
394 427
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Storage
256GB 512GB
OS
Android Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM + 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 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm
Weight
171 grams 189 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Contracts
£34.97/mo (£0.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£397.00
HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite HONOR Magic 8 Lite HONOR Magic 8 Lite
Expert Rating 3.6
3 reviews
3.8
8 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.79"
Display AMOLED AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2412 1200 x 2640
Pixels Per Inch 394 427
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 108 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Storage 256GB 512GB
OS Android Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM + 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 161.9 x 76.1 x 7.8 mm
Weight 171 grams 189 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Contracts £34.97/mo
£0.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free £397.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is cheaper on contract at £395.56 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has the sharper display at 427 pixels per inch versus 394, and both use AMOLED panels.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The HONOR 400 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite has a 108 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 8 Lite?

The HONOR 400 Lite is available in 256GB, while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Lite and HONOR Magic 8 Lite use?

The HONOR 400 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm), while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic 8 Lite?

The HONOR 400 Lite is the more portable of the two — it's 18g 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 8 Lite?

The HONOR 400 Lite is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the HONOR Magic 8 Lite is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Lite and HONOR Magic 8 Lite run?

The HONOR 400 Lite runs Android and the HONOR Magic 8 Lite 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.