HONOR 600 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S23
Our verdict: Looking at total contract cost, the HONOR 600 Lite is £164.00 less expensive than the Samsung Galaxy S23. Display is a trade-off — 6.6" on the HONOR 600 Lite versus 422 PPI on the Samsung Galaxy S23. Camera resolution goes to the HONOR 600 Lite with its 108MP rear shooter. Up front, the HONOR 600 Lite wins with a 16MP selfie camera.
HONOR 600 Lite
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Samsung Galaxy S23
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| Screen | 6.6" | 6.1" |
| Display | AMOLED | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1200 x 1600 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 303 | 422 |
| Rear Camera | 108 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 16 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android | Android 13 |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5 | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 157.4 x 75.4 x 7.3 mm | 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm |
| Weight | 180 grams | 167 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets) | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts |
£14.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
£20.99/mo
£39.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £299.00 | £194.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S23 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 600 Lite is cheaper on contract at £397.56 over the life of the deal from £14.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The HONOR 600 Lite has the bigger screen at 6.6" compared to the Samsung Galaxy S23's 6.1", the Samsung Galaxy S23 has the sharper display at 422 pixels per inch versus 303, and the HONOR 600 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy S23 has a Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The HONOR 600 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 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 S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £194.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S23?
The HONOR 600 Lite is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S23 comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S23 use?
The HONOR 600 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7100 Elite (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 uses the Qualcomm SM8550 Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is the more portable of the two — it's 13g lighter at 167 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.3 x 70.9 x 7.6 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 600 Lite or Samsung Galaxy S23?
The HONOR 600 Lite is rated IP66 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets), while the Samsung Galaxy S23 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the HONOR 600 Lite and Samsung Galaxy S23 run?
The HONOR 600 Lite runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S23 runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.