HONOR 400 Lite vs TCL 605 4G

Our Verdict: HONOR 400 Lite also has the sharper display at about 394 PPI to 262, with another advantage: HONOR 400 Lite offers more storage headroom, up to 256GB against 128GB. TCL 605 4G counters mainly on cost. TCL 605 4G has the lower current starting total, at about £60.36 versus £222.14 more for HONOR 400 Lite. Pay more for HONOR 400 Lite only if its hardware advantages matter to you; otherwise TCL 605 4G is the more cost-conscious choice.

The 605 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £170 over a typical contract, £131 less than the 400 Lite.

Screen

6.7" 6.7"

Display

AMOLED IPS LCD, 90Hz

Resolution

1080 x 2412 720 x 1600

Pixels Per Inch

394 262

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 5,010 mAh

Storage

256GB 128GB

Android Android 15

SIM Type

Nano SIM + 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 with A2DP, LE

Dimensions

161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm

Weight

171 grams 190 grams

Water Resistance

IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant

Contracts

£24.97/mo (£0.00 upfront) £5.04/mo (£49.00 upfront)

SIM-free

- £89.24

Prices updated 16 July 2026

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	HONOR 400 Lite	TCL 605 4G
Screen	6.7"	6.7"
Display	AMOLED	IPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution	1080 x 2412	720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch	394	262
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	5,010 mAh
Storage	256GB	128GB
OS	Android	Android 15
SIM Type	Nano SIM + 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 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions	161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm	165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm
Weight	171 grams	190 grams
Water Resistance	IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)	IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts	£24.97/mo £0.00 upfront	£5.04/mo £49.00 upfront
SIM-free	-	£89.24
Prices updated 16 July 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Lite or TCL 605 4G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL 605 4G is cheaper on contract at £169.96 over the life of the deal from £5.04 per month with £49.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Lite or TCL 605 4G?

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 262, and the HONOR 400 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the TCL 605 4G has a IPS LCD, 90Hz.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Lite or TCL 605 4G?

The HONOR 400 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 605 4G 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 TCL 605 4G?

The HONOR 400 Lite is available in 256GB, while the TCL 605 4G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Lite and TCL 605 4G use?

The HONOR 400 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm), while the TCL 605 4G uses the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Lite or TCL 605 4G?

The HONOR 400 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 19g 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 TCL 605 4G?

The HONOR 400 Lite is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the TCL 605 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Lite and TCL 605 4G run?

The HONOR 400 Lite runs Android and the TCL 605 4G 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.