HONOR 400 Smart vs Samsung Galaxy S25+

Our Verdict: For Samsung Galaxy S25+ versus HONOR 400 Smart, the recommendation depends mostly on what you want from the hardware. The Samsung is ahead for display quality, with a sharper 513 PPI display, its Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X panel, and a higher-resolution 12MP front camera; the HONOR is the better match for a larger 6,500 mAh battery. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. The Samsung is the better fit for display quality, while the HONOR is the one to consider for battery size.

The 400 Smart is the cheaper one to own: around £467 over a typical contract, £411 less than the S25+.

Screen
6.77" 6.7"
Display
TFT LCD Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
720 x 1610 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
261 513
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
6,500 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android 15
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/6e
Bluetooth
5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight
189 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£35.58/mo (£30.00 upfront) £69.83/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £489.99
HONOR 400 Smart HONOR 400 Smart Samsung Galaxy S25+ Samsung Galaxy S25+
Screen 6.77" 6.7"
Display TFT LCD Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720 x 1610 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 261 513
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 6,500 mAh 4,900 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android 15
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/6e
Bluetooth 5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm
Weight 189 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £35.58/mo
£30.00 upfront
£69.83/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free - £489.99
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Cheapest Deals

HONOR 400 Smart
HONOR 400 Smart

12 Months

128GB

Velvet Black

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£35.58 per month, £30 upfront.

Samsung Galaxy S25+
Samsung Galaxy S25+

12 Months

256GB

Icy Blue

Refurbished

5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£69.83 per month, £30 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25+ cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 400 Smart is cheaper on contract at £466.96 over the life of the deal from £35.58 per month with £30.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the sharper display at 513 pixels per inch versus 261, and the HONOR 400 Smart uses a TFT LCD panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The HONOR 400 Smart features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ 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 S25+?

The HONOR 400 Smart is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Smart and Samsung Galaxy S25+ use?

The HONOR 400 Smart is powered by the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (189 grams vs 190 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 158.44 x 75.79 x 7.35 mm, and is slimmer at 7.35mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25+?

The HONOR 400 Smart is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Smart and Samsung Galaxy S25+ run?

The HONOR 400 Smart runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ 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.