HONOR 400 Smart vs Samsung Galaxy A16

Our Verdict: HONOR 400 Smart has the larger battery, 6,500mAh against 5,000mAh. Galaxy A16 pushes back because Galaxy A16 also has the sharper display at about 385 PPI to 261. Galaxy A16 has the lower current starting total, at about £107 versus £86 more for HONOR 400 Smart. Pay more for HONOR 400 Smart only if its hardware advantages matter to you; otherwise Galaxy A16 is the more cost-conscious choice.

Over a full contract, the A16 works out around £275 all-in, about £189 less than the 400 Smart.

Screen
6.77" 6.7"
Display
TFT LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1610 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
261 385
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Battery
6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G N/A
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight
189 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54
Contracts
£35.58/mo (£30.00 upfront) £9.99/mo (£5.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £107.00

Prices updated 16 July 2026

HONOR 400 Smart HONOR 400 Smart Samsung Galaxy A16 Samsung Galaxy A16
Screen 6.77" 6.7"
Display TFT LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1610 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 261 385
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm)
Battery 6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM + Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G N/A
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm
Weight 189 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54
Contracts £35.58/mo
£30.00 upfront
£9.99/mo
£5.00 upfront
SIM-free - £107.00
Prices updated 16 July 2026
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HONOR 400 Smart
HONOR 400 Smart

12 Months

128GB

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5GB

Data

£35.58 per month, £30 upfront.

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24 Months

128GB

Green

30GB

Data

£9.99 per month, £5 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A16 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is cheaper on contract at £275.16 over the life of the deal from £9.99 per month with £5.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A16?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy A16 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 261, and the HONOR 400 Smart uses a TFT LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A16 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The HONOR 400 Smart features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 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 Samsung Galaxy A16?

The HONOR 400 Smart is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A16 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Smart and Samsung Galaxy A16 use?

The HONOR 400 Smart is powered by the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 uses the Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A16?

It's a trade-off: the HONOR 400 Smart is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A16 is more compact. It's 11g lighter at 189 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A16 is actually the more compact phone at 164.4 x 77.9 x 7.9 mm, the Samsung Galaxy A16 is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A16?

The HONOR 400 Smart is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A16 is rated IP54.

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Smart and Samsung Galaxy A16 run?

Both phones run Android.