HONOR 400 vs Samsung Galaxy A27

Our Verdict: If your priority is capability, HONOR 400 has the edge through the sharper 460ppi display, a higher-resolution 200MP rear camera and a 50MP front camera. HONOR 400 asks for less as a SIM-free buy, coming in at £230 rather than £317. HONOR 400 has the more convincing case unless Samsung Galaxy A27's particular advantages matter more to you.

Total contract costs are about level, around £357 for either phone.

Expert Rating
4.0
10 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen
6.55" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
2736 x 1264 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
460 385
Rear Camera
200 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
5,300 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android 15 Android
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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions
156.5 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight
184 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£30.97/mo (£0.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
- £317.00

Prices updated 13 August 2026

HONOR 400 HONOR 400 Samsung Galaxy A27 Samsung Galaxy A27
Expert Rating 4.0
10 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen 6.55" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 2736 x 1264 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 460 385
Rear Camera 200 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 50 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 5,300 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 256GB, 512GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android 15 Android
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/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions 156.5 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight 184 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £30.97/mo
£0.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free - £317.00
Prices updated 13 August 2026
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HONOR 400
HONOR 400

12 Months

256GB

Midnight Black

3GB

Data

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£30.97 per month, with FREE phone.

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Samsung Galaxy A27

24 Months

128GB

Black

30GB

Data

Unlimited

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£12.99 per month, £19 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 or Samsung Galaxy A27 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A27 is cheaper on contract at £356.76 over the life of the deal from £12.99 per month with £19.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the HONOR 400's 6.6", the HONOR 400 has the sharper display at 460 pixels per inch versus 385, and the HONOR 400 uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A27 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR 400 features a 200 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 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 and Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR 400 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 and Samsung Galaxy A27 use?

The HONOR 400 is powered by the Qualcomm SM7550-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A27 uses the Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR 400 is the more portable of the two: it's 16g 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 Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR 400 is rated IP65 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets), while the Samsung Galaxy A27 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the HONOR 400 and Samsung Galaxy A27 run?

The HONOR 400 runs Android 15 and the Samsung Galaxy A27 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.