HONOR 600 Smart vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

Our Verdict: The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera hardware with a 200MP main sensor to the HONOR 600 Smart's 50MP, and there's more battery in the 600 Smart, 7700mAh to 5000mAh, which usually means longer between charges. Storage goes higher on the S25 Ultra, up to 1TB against 128GB, and the S25 Ultra has the sharper display at 505 PPI to 254. Get the S25 Ultra if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the 600 Smart covers the basics for less.

The 600 Smart is the cheaper one to own: around £327 over a typical contract, £513 less than the S25 Ultra.

Screen
6.87" 6.8"
Display
IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1020 nits (peak) Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution
720 x 1592 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch
254 505
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM4450-AF Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery
7,700 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/6e/7
Bluetooth
Yes 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
168.3 x 78.5 x 8.3 mm 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm
Weight
180 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£11.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £33.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£247.99 £569.99

Prices updated 25 July 2026

HONOR 600 Smart HONOR 600 Smart Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Screen 6.87" 6.8"
Display IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1020 nits (peak) Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
Resolution 720 x 1592 1440 x 3120
Pixels Per Inch 254 505
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 200 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM4450-AF Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Battery 7,700 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
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/6e/7
Bluetooth Yes 5.3, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 168.3 x 78.5 x 8.3 mm 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm
Weight 180 grams 219 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £11.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£33.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £247.99 £569.99
Prices updated 25 July 2026
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Cheapest Deals

HONOR 600 Smart
HONOR 600 Smart

24 Months

128GB

Velvet Black

200GB

Data

£11.99 per month, £9 upfront.

Use code: CASH2 (£2)

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

24 Months

256GB

Titanium Black

Refurbished

10GB

Data

£33.79 per month, £29 upfront.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 600 Smart is cheaper on contract at £327.16 over the life of the deal from £11.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.9", the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has the sharper display at 505 pixels per inch versus 254, and the HONOR 600 Smart uses a IPS LCD, 120Hz, 1020 nits (peak) panel while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The HONOR 600 Smart features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a 200 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 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The HONOR 600 Smart is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £247.99.

What storage options are available for the HONOR 600 Smart and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The HONOR 600 Smart is available in 128GB, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.

What processors do the HONOR 600 Smart and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra use?

The HONOR 600 Smart is powered by the Qualcomm SM4450-AF Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

It's a trade-off: the HONOR 600 Smart is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is more compact. It's 39g lighter at 180 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is actually the more compact phone at 162.8 x 77.6 x 8.2 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 600 Smart or Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?

The HONOR 600 Smart is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the HONOR 600 Smart and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra run?

The HONOR 600 Smart runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra 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.