HONOR 400 Lite vs HONOR Magic V2 5G

Our verdict: With a 7.9" display, the HONOR Magic V2 5G gives you more viewing area. Camera resolution goes to the HONOR 400 Lite with its 108MP rear shooter. For a lighter carry, the HONOR 400 Lite wins at 171g. Water protection goes to the HONOR Magic V2 5G with its superior IP68 rating.

Expert Rating
3.6
3 reviews
4.2
6 reviews
Screen
6.7" 7.92"
Display
AMOLED LTPO OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2412 2156 x 2344
Pixels Per Inch
394 402
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
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/6e/7
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 156.7 x 74 x 9.9 mm
Weight
171 grams 231 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£34.97/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£449.00
HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite HONOR Magic V2 5G HONOR Magic V2 5G
Expert Rating 3.6
3 reviews
4.2
6 reviews
Screen 6.7" 7.92"
Display AMOLED LTPO OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2412 2156 x 2344
Pixels Per Inch 394 402
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
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/6e/7
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 156.7 x 74 x 9.9 mm
Weight 171 grams 231 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £34.97/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free £449.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic V2 5G?

The HONOR Magic V2 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the HONOR 400 Lite's 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 394 pixels per inch, and the HONOR 400 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the HONOR Magic V2 5G has a LTPO OLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic V2 5G?

The HONOR 400 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic V2 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 V2 5G?

The HONOR 400 Lite is available in 256GB, while the HONOR Magic V2 5G comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Lite and HONOR Magic V2 5G use?

The HONOR 400 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm), while the HONOR Magic V2 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic V2 5G?

It's a trade-off: the HONOR 400 Lite is lighter but the HONOR Magic V2 5G is more compact. It's 60g lighter at 171 grams, though the HONOR Magic V2 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.7 x 74 x 9.9 mm, the HONOR 400 Lite is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR Magic V2 5G?

The HONOR 400 Lite is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the HONOR Magic V2 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 V2 5G run?

Both phones run Android.