HONOR 400 Smart vs Motorola Moto G35

Our Verdict: On price, HONOR 400 Smart starts near £193 today, which is approximately £496.42 under Moto G35. HONOR 400 Smart has the larger battery, 6,500mAh against 5,000mAh. Moto G35 pushes back because Moto G35 also has the sharper display at about 392 PPI to 261. Pick HONOR 400 Smart if that advantage matches your priorities; consider Moto G35 if its specific trade-offs suit you better.

Total contract costs are about level, around £446 for either phone.

Screen
6.77" 6.72"
Display
TFT LCD IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1610 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
261 392
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Unisoc T760 (6 nm)
Battery
6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano 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
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm
Weight
189 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP - Water-repellent coating
Contracts
£35.58/mo (£30.00 upfront) £36.42/mo (£1.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £150.00

Prices updated 27 July 2026

HONOR 400 Smart HONOR 400 Smart Motorola Moto G35 Motorola Moto G35
Screen 6.77" 6.72"
Display TFT LCD IPS LCD
Resolution 720 x 1610 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 261 392
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Unisoc T760 (6 nm)
Battery 6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM Nano 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 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm
Weight 189 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP - Water-repellent coating
Contracts £35.58/mo
£30.00 upfront
£36.42/mo
£1.00 upfront
SIM-free - £150.00
Prices updated 27 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR 400 Smart
HONOR 400 Smart

12 Months

128GB

Velvet Black

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£35.58 per month, £30 upfront.

Motorola Moto G35
Motorola Moto G35

12 Months

128GB

Midnight Black

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£36.42 per month, £1 upfront.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Smart or Motorola Moto G35 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Motorola Moto G35 is cheaper on contract at £445.54 over the life of the deal from £36.42 per month with £1.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Smart or Motorola Moto G35?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Motorola Moto G35 has the sharper display at 392 pixels per inch versus 261, and the HONOR 400 Smart uses a TFT LCD panel while the Motorola Moto G35 has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Smart or Motorola Moto G35?

The HONOR 400 Smart features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G35 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 Smart and Motorola Moto G35?

The HONOR 400 Smart is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Motorola Moto G35 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Smart and Motorola Moto G35 use?

The HONOR 400 Smart is powered by the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm), while the Motorola Moto G35 uses the Unisoc T760 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Smart or Motorola Moto G35?

The Motorola Moto G35 is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (189 grams vs 188 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm, and is slimmer at 7.8mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 Smart or Motorola Moto G35?

The HONOR 400 Smart is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Motorola Moto G35 is rated IP - Water-repellent coating.

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Smart and Motorola Moto G35 run?

Both phones run Android.