HONOR 400 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A56

Our verdict: On contract, the HONOR 400 Lite works out £69.03 cheaper overall than the Samsung Galaxy A56. If you'd rather buy outright, the HONOR 400 Lite starts at £227.00 SIM-free. The Samsung Galaxy A56 gives you more flexibility with 2 storage options to choose from.

Screen
6.7" 6.7"
Display
AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution
1080 x 2412 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch
394 385
Rear Camera
108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage
256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS
Android Android 14
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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight
171 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts
£9.99/mo (£99.00 upfront) £16.29/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£227.00 £334.99
HONOR 400 Lite HONOR 400 Lite Samsung Galaxy A56 Samsung Galaxy A56
Screen 6.7" 6.7"
Display AMOLED Super AMOLED
Resolution 1080 x 2412 1080 x 2340
Pixels Per Inch 394 385
Rear Camera 108 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 12 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm) Exynos 1580 (4 nm)
Storage 256GB 128GB, 256GB
OS Android Android 14
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 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.3 with A2DP, LE 5.3 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm 162.2 x 77.5 x 7.4 mm
Weight 171 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Contracts £9.99/mo
£99.00 upfront
£16.29/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £227.00 £334.99
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR 400 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A56 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR 400 Lite is cheaper on contract at £350.93 over the life of the deal from £9.99 per month with £99.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR 400 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A56?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 394 pixels per inch, and the HONOR 400 Lite uses a AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy A56 has a Super AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR 400 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The HONOR 400 Lite features a 108 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 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 400 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The HONOR 400 Lite is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £227.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR 400 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A56?

The HONOR 400 Lite is available in 256GB, while the Samsung Galaxy A56 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the HONOR 400 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A56 use?

The HONOR 400 Lite is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7025 Ultra (6 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 uses the Exynos 1580 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR 400 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The HONOR 400 Lite is the more portable of the two — it's 27g lighter at 171 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 161 x 74.6 x 7.3 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR 400 Lite or Samsung Galaxy A56?

The HONOR 400 Lite is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Samsung Galaxy A56 is rated IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min).

What operating system do the HONOR 400 Lite and Samsung Galaxy A56 run?

The HONOR 400 Lite runs Android and the Samsung Galaxy A56 runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.