HONOR 400 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

Our Verdict: Against Galaxy XCover 7, HONOR 400 Lite has the larger battery, 5,230mAh against 4,050mAh. Current deal totals put HONOR 400 Lite from about £282.50, around £49.05 below Galaxy XCover 7. Galaxy XCover 7 pushes back because Galaxy XCover 7 has the stronger water-resistance rating (IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes). Pick HONOR 400 Lite if that advantage matches your priorities; consider Galaxy XCover 7 if its specific trade-offs suit you better.

The 400 Lite is the cheaper one to own: around £301 over a typical contract, £79 less than the Galaxy XCover 7.

Expert Rating
3.8
9 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen
6.7" 6.6"
Display
AMOLED PLS LCD
Resolution
1080 x 2412 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch
394 400
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm)
Battery
5,230 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage
256GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 14
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
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm
Weight
171 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£24.97/mo (£0.00 upfront) £13.79/mo (£49.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £349.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Expert Rating 3.8
9 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen 6.7" 6.6"
Display AMOLED PLS LCD
Resolution 1080 x 2412 1080 x 2408
Pixels Per Inch 394 400
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm)
Battery 5,230 mAh 4,050 mAh
Storage 256GB 128GB
OS Android Android 14
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
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 169 x 80.1 x 10.2 mm
Weight 171 grams 240 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £24.97/mo
£0.00 upfront
£13.79/mo
£49.00 upfront
SIM-free - £349.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR 400 Lite
HONOR 400 Lite

12 Months

256GB

Velvet Black

3GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£24.97 per month, with FREE phone.

Samsung Galaxy XCover 7
Samsung Galaxy XCover 7

24 Months

128GB

Black

10GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£13.79 per month, £49 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Lite or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The HONOR 400 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7's 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 394 pixels per inch, and the HONOR 400 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 has a PLS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Lite or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The HONOR 400 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 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 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The HONOR 400 Lite is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Lite and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 use?

The HONOR 400 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Lite or Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The HONOR 400 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 69g 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 Samsung Galaxy XCover 7?

The HONOR 400 Lite is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Lite and Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 run?

The HONOR 400 Lite runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy XCover 7 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.