HONOR 400 Smart vs Samsung Galaxy A35

Our Verdict: For camera specs, the Galaxy A35 has the 13MP front camera, so treat it as an advantage in hardware rather than a guaranteed photo-quality win. The HONOR 400 Smart also carries the bigger battery at 6,500mAh, but battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The display detail leans toward the Galaxy A35, rated at 390 PPI against 261 PPI. The sensible choice is the HONOR 400 Smart if the larger battery leads your shortlist, or the Galaxy A35 if a sharper display is more useful day to day.
HONOR 400 Smart HONOR 400 Smart vs Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A35
Screen
6.77" 6.6"
Display
TFT LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1610 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
261 390
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Exynos 1380 (5 nm)
Battery
6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 14
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/6
Bluetooth
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm
Weight
189 grams 209 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts
£35.58/mo (£30.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
- £154.99

Prices updated 26 July 2026

Deals Deals
HONOR 400 Smart HONOR 400 Smart Samsung Galaxy A35 Samsung Galaxy A35
Screen 6.77" 6.6"
Display TFT LCD Super AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1610 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 261 390
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Exynos 1380 (5 nm)
Battery 6,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 14
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/6
Bluetooth 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm
Weight 189 grams 209 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP67 - Dust and water resistant
Contracts £35.58/mo
£30.00 upfront 		-
SIM-free - £154.99
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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HONOR 400 Smart
HONOR 400 Smart

12 Months

128GB

Velvet Black

5GB

Data

£35.58 per month, £30 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy A35
Samsung Galaxy A35

128GB

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Refurbished

From £154.99

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The HONOR 400 Smart has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy A35's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A35 has the sharper display at 390 pixels per inch versus 261, and the HONOR 400 Smart uses a TFT LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy A35 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The HONOR 400 Smart features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A35 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 A35?

The HONOR 400 Smart is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A35 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Smart and Samsung Galaxy A35 use?

The HONOR 400 Smart is powered by the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A35 uses the Exynos 1380 (5 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A35?

It's a trade-off: the HONOR 400 Smart is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy A35 is more compact. It's 20g lighter at 189 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy A35 is actually the more compact phone at 161.7 x 78 x 8.2 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy A35?

The HONOR 400 Smart is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A35 is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Smart and Samsung Galaxy A35 run?

The HONOR 400 Smart runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A35 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.