HONOR 400 Smart vs TCL 605 4G

Our Verdict: The HONOR 400 Smart adds a tougher IP64 water-resistance rating than the TCL 605 4G. Cost favours 605 4G over the full contract term, with a meaningful saving shown on the live deals. The HONOR 400 Smart also carries the bigger battery at 6,500mAh, but battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. In practical terms, the HONOR 400 Smart suits buyers who care most about the larger battery, and the TCL 605 4G pushes back with Android 15.

Over a full contract, the 605 4G works out around £170 all-in, about £544 less than the 400 Smart.

Screen

6.77" 6.7"

Display

TFT LCD IPS LCD, 90Hz

Resolution

720 x 1610 720 x 1600

Pixels Per Inch

261 262

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels

Front Camera

5 Megapixels 5 Megapixels

Chipset

Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)

Battery

6,500 mAh 5,010 mAh

Storage

128GB, 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

5.1 with A2DP, LE 5.1 with A2DP, LE

Dimensions

166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm

Weight

189 grams 190 grams

Water Resistance

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

Contracts

£14.83/mo (£70.00 upfront) £5.04/mo (£49.00 upfront)

SIM-free

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Prices updated 9 August 2026

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	HONOR 400 Smart	TCL 605 4G
Screen	6.77"	6.7"
Display	TFT LCD	IPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution	720 x 1610	720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch	261	262
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	50 Megapixels
Front Camera	5 Megapixels	5 Megapixels
Chipset	Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm)	Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)
Battery	6,500 mAh	5,010 mAh
Storage	128GB, 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	5.1 with A2DP, LE	5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions	166.9 x 76.8 x 8.4 mm	165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm
Weight	189 grams	190 grams
Water Resistance	IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)	IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts	£14.83/mo £70.00 upfront	£5.04/mo £49.00 upfront
SIM-free	-	-
Prices updated 9 August 2026
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Smart 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 Smart or TCL 605 4G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.8", both screens are similarly sharp at around 261 pixels per inch, and the HONOR 400 Smart uses a TFT LCD panel while the TCL 605 4G has a IPS LCD, 90Hz.

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

The HONOR 400 Smart features a 50 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 Smart and TCL 605 4G?

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

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

The HONOR 400 Smart is powered by the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm), while the TCL 605 4G uses the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm).

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

The TCL 605 4G 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 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 Smart or TCL 605 4G?

The HONOR 400 Smart 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 Smart and TCL 605 4G run?

The HONOR 400 Smart 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.