HONOR 600 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A36
Our verdict: Add up the full contract cost and the Samsung Galaxy A36 comes in £82.16 cheaper than the HONOR 600 Lite. Visuals favour the Samsung Galaxy A36 — it's both bigger at 6.7" and sharper at 385 PPI. Photography fans should note the HONOR 600 Lite packs a 108MP main sensor. Selfie fans take note: the HONOR 600 Lite has a 16MP front camera.
HONOR 600 Lite
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Samsung Galaxy A36
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| 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) |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android 15 |
| 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/6 |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5 | 5.4, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm | 162.9 x 78.2 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight | 180 grams | 195 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets) | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£11.95/mo
£55.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £369.00 | £264.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A36 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is cheaper on contract at £311.80 over the life of the deal from £11.95 per month with £55.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the HONOR 600 Lite's 6.6", the Samsung Galaxy A36 has the sharper display at 385 pixels per inch versus 303, and the HONOR 600 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A36 has a Super AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A36?
The HONOR 600 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 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 A36?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £264.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A36?
The HONOR 600 Lite is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A36 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A36 use?
The HONOR 600 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A36 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 A36?
The HONOR 600 Lite is the more portable of the two — it's 15g lighter at 180 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A36?
The HONOR 600 Lite is rated IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets), while the Samsung Galaxy A36 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A36 run?
The HONOR 600 Lite runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A36 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.