HONOR 400 Lite vs Motorola Moto G 17

Our Verdict: For HONOR 400 Lite versus Motorola Moto G 17, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The HONOR is ahead for portability, with its AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 108MP rear camera, and a higher-resolution 16MP front camera; the Motorola is the better match for a 6.7-inch IPS LCD display at 392 PPI, a 50MP rear camera, and an 8MP front camera. The HONOR is the better fit for portability, while the Motorola is the one to consider for simplicity.

The Moto G 17 is the cheaper one to own: around £303 over a typical contract, £484 less than the 400 Lite.

Screen
6.7" 6.72"
Display
AMOLED IPS LCD
Resolution
1080 x 2412 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
394 392
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm)
Battery
5,230 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage
256GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
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 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 165.7 x 76 x 8.2 mm
Weight
171 grams 203 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£16.69/mo (£75.00 upfront) £12.00/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
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HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite Motorola Moto G 17 Motorola Moto G 17
Screen 6.7" 6.72"
Display AMOLED IPS LCD
Resolution 1080 x 2412 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 394 392
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm)
Battery 5,230 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage 256GB 128GB
OS Android Android
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 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 165.7 x 76 x 8.2 mm
Weight 171 grams 203 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £16.69/mo
£75.00 upfront
£12.00/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free - -
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR 400 Lite
HONOR 400 Lite

36 Months

256GB

Velvet Grey

150GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

Exclusive Deal Details

£16.69 per month, £75 upfront.

Motorola Moto G 17
Motorola Moto G 17

24 Months

128GB

Evening Blue

0.5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£12 per month, with FREE phone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Lite or Motorola Moto G 17 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G 17 is cheaper on contract at £302.56 over the life of the deal from £12.00 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Lite or Motorola Moto G 17?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 394 pixels per inch, and the HONOR 400 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Motorola Moto G 17 has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Lite or Motorola Moto G 17?

The HONOR 400 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G 17 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 Moto G 17?

The HONOR 400 Lite is available in 256GB, while the Motorola Moto G 17 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Lite and Motorola Moto G 17 use?

The HONOR 400 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm), while the Motorola Moto G 17 uses the Mediatek Helio G81 Extreme (12 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Lite or Motorola Moto G 17?

The HONOR 400 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 32g 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 Motorola Moto G 17?

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 Motorola Moto G 17 run?

Both phones run Android.