HONOR 600 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A27

Our Verdict: Comparing HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A27, the choice mostly comes down to portability versus display quality. The HONOR gives you its AMOLED panel, a higher-resolution 108MP rear camera, and a higher-resolution 16MP front camera, while the Samsung is more appealing for a sharper 385 PPI display and its Super AMOLED panel. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Choose the HONOR for portability; choose the Samsung if display quality matters more.

The A27 is the cheaper one to own: around £357 over a typical contract, £94 less than the 600 Lite.

Expert Rating
4.0
6 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen
6.6" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1200 x 1600 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
303 385
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
6,520 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e-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
Bluetooth
6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions
157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight
180 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance
IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£13.00/mo (£119.00 upfront) £12.99/mo (£19.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£279.00 £317.00
HONOR 600 Lite HONOR 600 Lite Samsung Galaxy A27 Samsung Galaxy A27
Expert Rating 4.0
6 reviews
3.6
6 reviews
Screen 6.6" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1200 x 1600 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 303 385
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm) Qualcomm SM6475-AB Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 6,520 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type nano-SIM and e-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
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5 5.1, A2DP, LE, ASHA
Dimensions 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm 162.8 x 78.2 x 7.8 mm
Weight 180 grams 200 grams
Water Resistance IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £13.00/mo
£119.00 upfront
£12.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
SIM-free £279.00 £317.00
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR 600 Lite
HONOR 600 Lite

24 Months

256GB

Grey

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£13 per month, £119 upfront.

Use code: 30JNOFF (£30 off)

Samsung Galaxy A27
Samsung Galaxy A27

24 Months

128GB

Black

30GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£12.99 per month, £19 upfront.

Use code: SAVING10 (£10 off)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 600 Lite 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 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The Samsung Galaxy A27 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the HONOR 600 Lite's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A27 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 303, and the HONOR 600 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A27 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR 600 Lite features a 108 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.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR 600 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £279.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR 600 Lite is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A27 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A27 use?

The HONOR 600 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 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 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR 600 Lite is the more portable of the two: it's 20g lighter at 180 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm, and is slimmer at 7.3mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A27?

The HONOR 600 Lite is rated IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets), while the Samsung Galaxy A27 is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A27 run?

Both phones run Android.