HONOR 400 Lite vs Motorola Edge 70

Our Verdict: HONOR 400 Lite leads on the higher-resolution 108MP rear camera, but Motorola Edge 70 answers with a sharper 444 PPI display and the stronger 50MP front camera. HONOR 400 Lite also has the lower contract total in the current deals. Choose Motorola Edge 70 if you care most about a sharper 444 PPI display and the stronger 50MP front camera; choose HONOR 400 Lite if the lower cost is the priority.

The 400 Lite is the cheaper one to own: around £301 over a typical contract, £260 less than the Edge 5G 70.

Expert Rating
3.8
9 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED P-OLED
Resolution
1080 x 2412 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
394 444
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery
5,230 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
256GB 512GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-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
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight
171 grams 159 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£24.97/mo (£0.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£179.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £499.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70
Expert Rating 3.8
9 reviews
3.9
11 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display AMOLED P-OLED
Resolution 1080 x 2412 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 394 444
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery 5,230 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 256GB 512GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-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
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight 171 grams 159 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £24.97/mo
£0.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront
SIM-free - £499.00
Prices updated 26 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.

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

200GB

Data

£14.99 per month, £179 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Lite or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 400 Lite is cheaper on contract at £301.44 over the life of the deal from £24.97 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Lite or Motorola Edge 70?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 394, and the HONOR 400 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Lite or Motorola Edge 70?

The HONOR 400 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 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 Motorola Edge 70?

The HONOR 400 Lite is available in 256GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Lite and Motorola Edge 70 use?

The HONOR 400 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 uses the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Lite or Motorola Edge 70?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 12g lighter at 159 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm, and is slimmer at 6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 Lite or Motorola Edge 70?

The HONOR 400 Lite is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Lite and Motorola Edge 70 run?

Both phones run Android.