HONOR 400 vs HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G
Our Verdict: The 400 and Magic 5 Pro 5G are both from the same brand, but the 400 is a mid-range phone and the Magic 5 Pro 5G a flagship. The 400 has the better camera on paper, 200MP versus 50MP, plus a 50MP selfie camera against 12MP, and the Magic 5 Pro 5G has the bigger screen, 6.8" against 6.6". The 400 is the lighter phone at 184g against 219g. The 400 doesn't just win on price; it holds its own on specs too, which makes it the easy pick unless something specific draws you to the Magic 5 Pro 5G.
Buying outright, the 400 starts at £230 SIM-free.
Prices updated 10 July 2026
HONOR 400
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HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G
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| Screen | 6.55" | 6.81" |
| Display | AMOLED | LTPO OLED |
| Resolution | 2736 x 1264 | 1312 x 2848 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 460 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 200 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 50 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 5,300 mAh | 5,100 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 512GB |
| OS | Android 15 | 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/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 156.5 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm | 162.9 x 76.7 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight | 184 grams | 219 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£45.47/mo
£0.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £230.00 | £531.00 |
| Prices updated 10 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?
The HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the HONOR 400's 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 460 pixels per inch, and the HONOR 400 uses a AMOLED panel while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has a LTPO OLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?
The HONOR 400 features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR 400 or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?
The HONOR 400 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £230.00.
What storage options are available for the HONOR 400 and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?
The HONOR 400 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G comes in 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR 400 and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G use?
The HONOR 400 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G uses the Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?
The HONOR 400 is the more portable of the two: it's 35g lighter at 184 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 156.5 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm, and is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 or HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G?
The HONOR 400 is rated IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets), while the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR 400 and HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G run?
The HONOR 400 runs Android 15 and the HONOR Magic 5 Pro 5G runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.