HONOR 400 Lite vs HONOR X 5c Plus

Our Verdict: HONOR 400 Lite is easier to justify for users who want a higher-resolution 108MP rear camera. For upfront budgeting, HONOR X 5c Plus has the easier number to work with at roughly £77, not £282.50. Let HONOR X 5c Plus lead if keeping the total cost down matters; let HONOR 400 Lite lead if rear-camera resolution matters.

Over a full contract, the 5c Plus works out around £255 all-in, about £46 less than the Lite.

Screen
6.7" 6.74"
Display
AMOLED TFT LCD
Resolution
1080 x 2412 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch
394 260
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)
Battery
5,230 mAh 5,260 mAh
Storage
256GB 64GB, 128GB
OS
Android Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm
Weight
171 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£24.97/mo (£0.00 upfront) £8.99/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £77.00

Prices updated 25 July 2026

HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite HONOR X 5c Plus HONOR X 5c Plus
Screen 6.7" 6.74"
Display AMOLED TFT LCD
Resolution 1080 x 2412 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch 394 260
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)
Battery 5,230 mAh 5,260 mAh
Storage 256GB 64GB, 128GB
OS Android Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm
Weight 171 grams 186 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £24.97/mo
£0.00 upfront
£8.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free - £77.00
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

HONOR 400 Lite
HONOR 400 Lite

12 Months

256GB

Velvet Black

3GB

Data

£24.97 per month, with FREE phone.

HONOR X 5c Plus
HONOR X 5c Plus

24 Months

64GB

Midnight Black

10GB

Data

£8.99 per month, £9 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR X 5c Plus cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper on contract at £255.16 over the life of the deal from £8.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR X 5c Plus?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the HONOR 400 Lite has the sharper display at 394 pixels per inch versus 260, and the HONOR 400 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the HONOR X 5c Plus has a TFT LCD.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR X 5c Plus?

The HONOR 400 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR X 5c Plus 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 X 5c Plus?

The HONOR 400 Lite is available in 256GB, while the HONOR X 5c Plus comes in 64GB, 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Lite and HONOR X 5c Plus use?

The HONOR 400 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm), while the HONOR X 5c Plus uses the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Lite or HONOR X 5c Plus?

The HONOR 400 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 15g 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 X 5c Plus?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Lite and HONOR X 5c Plus run?

The HONOR 400 Lite runs Android and the HONOR X 5c Plus 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.