Honor 400 Pro review
This phone suits someone who values bright daylight visibility, fast charging bursts, and useful optical zoom over the thinnest or lightest flagship on the shelf. Look elsewhere if you prioritise a premium feel or a thinner profile.
This review is based on Honor’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Honor 400 Pro, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The Honor 400 Pro is a flagship Android phone built around a bright AMOLED display, fast wired charging, and a camera system anchored by a hefty 200MP main sensor with OIS. It delivers solid performance and durability for its price, though the ultra-high megapixel count matters less than the optical stabilisation and 3x zoom module that make the whole setup compelling.
Design & Build
At 205g and 8.1mm thick, the Honor 400 Pro feels solid but noticeably heavier and bulkier than most flagship phones in 2025. The all-glass front and back are offset by a plastic frame—not a cost-cutting surprise at this price, but a step down from metal or hybrid frames you'll find on rivals. The phone is IP68/IP69 rated, so it shrugs off dust and high-pressure water jets, and can survive a 30-minute dunk to 1.5 metres. That durability is genuine and useful if you're near water or work in dusty conditions. The feel is competent rather than refined; it works without drama, but it does not feel like a device that costs £430.
Display
The 6.7-inch AMOLED panel is where Honor spent the effort. At 120Hz and 5000 nits peak brightness, it scrolls smoothly and stays legible in direct sunlight—a real advantage if you spend time outdoors. The 19.5:9 aspect ratio makes it tall and narrower than some rivals, which some find easier to grip. However, the 1280 x 2800 resolution works out to about 460 pixels per inch, adequate for casual use but noticeably softer than the 500+ ppi panels becoming standard in flagships. Fine text and high-resolution photos reveal the limitation, though most users will not notice in day-to-day scrolling. Colour accuracy and black levels are typical AMOLED quality; no complaints there.
Performance
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with 12GB RAM and the Adreno 750 GPU put this phone comfortably in the flagship tier for processing power. AnTuTu scores around 1.9 million, and in real use that means smooth app switches, no lag in messaging or social feeds, and demanding Android games run at high settings without stutter. This is not a performance phone that stretches beyond its peers; it is simply fast enough to never feel like a bottleneck for the next year or two. For someone moving from a mid-range phone, the jump is noticeable; for someone coming off a recent flagship, it feels like an incremental step.
Software
The Honor 400 Pro ships on Android 15 under MagicOS 10, Honor's customisation layer. MagicOS is relatively light and does not bog down the system with unnecessary bloat, though it does add its own gestures and settings panels that take a few days to navigate. Honor promises up to 6 major Android upgrades, which is competitive with Samsung and Google. Security patches and feature updates land regularly. If you want pure Android, this is not it, but MagicOS does not derail the experience either.
Camera
The camera array is the phone's headline act. The main 200MP sensor sits behind an f/1.9 lens and a 1/1.4-inch sensor—large by modern standards—with optical stabilisation. The megapixel count is marketing fodder; what matters is that the f/1.9 aperture and OIS mean good performance in low light, and the sensor size lets you crop aggressively in post without destroying detail. The 50MP telephoto with 3x optical zoom is where this system shines: it pulls in distant subjects without the noise and artifacting that come from cropping a 1x image, and OIS keeps handheld shots steady. The 12MP ultrawide handles group shots and landscapes, though it is weaker in lowlight than the main sensor. Video caps at 4K with gyro-EIS and OIS, which is solid if not exceptional. The 50MP selfie camera handles video calls and casual shots capably. Overall, the camera is strong for its class and price, but the obsession with megapixels masks the fact that flagship rivals with smaller sensors often deliver more neutral, refined images.
Battery & Charging
The European variant packs a 5300mAh battery, the ROW version a 6000mAh. Neither is huge by 2025 standards, but realistic mixed use—light web browsing, messaging, video streaming—stretches to about 14 hours of screen-on time. Heavy gaming cuts that to 6 to 8 hours. The standout is the charging: 100W wired gets you to 51% in 15 minutes, and a full charge in about 39 minutes. That speed is useful if you are always on the move. The 50W wireless option exists but is slow by comparison; most days you will reach for the cable. Reverse wireless charging is present but gimmicky. For someone who tops up often, the wired charging is a real convenience.
Value & Verdict
At £430 (roughly £400–535 across markets), the Honor 400 Pro sits in the mainstream flagship zone. For that money you get a bright, smooth display, fast charging, solid performance, and a competent camera system with a standout 3x optical zoom. The weight and thickness are drawbacks, and the plastic frame is a step down from peers, but the overall package is rounded and does its job without apology. It is not cheaper than rivals with similar specs, and it does not have a killer feature that sets it apart. Where it wins is reliability and a complete feature set—5G, IP68 durability, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 7—without any glaring omissions. If you value the 3x zoom and fast charging over ultraslim proportions and premium materials, it is worth considering.
Verdict
This phone suits someone who values bright daylight visibility, fast charging bursts, and useful optical zoom over the thinnest or lightest flagship on the shelf. Look elsewhere if you prioritise a premium feel or a thinner profile.
- 100W wired charging hits 51% in 15 minutes, among the fastest in the class and a real time-saver for someone who charges in bursts
- 5000-nit AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh is bright enough to read outdoors and smooth for everyday scrolling and video
- 3x optical telephoto module means you can frame distant subjects without the noise that comes from digital zoom alone
- IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance lets you use it around pools and in heavy rain without a case
- 205g and 8.1mm thickness land on the heavier and thicker side for a modern flagship, noticeable in hand and in a pocket
- Plastic frame instead of metal or glass feels less premium than rivals at this price point
- The 1280 x 2800 resolution (460 ppi) is adequately sharp, but peers now push higher densities, which shows when reading fine text or viewing photos at close range
Honor 400 Pro Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2025, May 22 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.7 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~89.5% screen-to-body ratio), AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR Vivid, 5000 nits (peak) |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2800 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| Main camera | 200 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.4", PDAF, OIS 50 MP, f/2.4, (telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.2, 112˚ (ultrawide), AF |
| Selfie camera | 50 MP, f/2.0, (wide) 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) |
| Battery | 6000 mAh |
| Charging | 100W wired, 51% in 15 min, 100% in 39 min50W wireless5W reverse wiredReverse wireless |
| Software | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 10 |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm (6.33 x 3.00 x 0.32 in) |
| Weight | 205 g (7.23 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, glass back, plastic frame |
| Durability | IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
Honor 400 Pro FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the 400 Pro support 5G?
Yes. The 400 Pro supports 5G networks.
What chipset does the 400 Pro use?
The 400 Pro runs on the Qualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm).
What display does the 400 Pro have?
A 6.7 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~89.5% screen-to-body ratio) AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR Vivid, 5000 nits (peak), 1280 x 2800 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density).
How big is the 400 Pro battery?
The 400 Pro has a 6000 mAh battery. Charging is rated at 100W wired, 51% in 15 min, 100% in 39 min50W wireless5W reverse wiredReverse wireless.
Does the 400 Pro have NFC?
Yes, the 400 Pro has NFC.
Is the 400 Pro water resistant?
The 400 Pro carries a IP68/IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) rating.
Does the 400 Pro support a microSD card?
No, the 400 Pro does not support expandable storage.
Does the 400 Pro have a headphone jack?
No, the 400 Pro does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Alternatives to consider
If the 400 Pro isn’t quite right, these are the closest calls.
500 Pro
GT Pro
Magic8 Pro
400 Pro (China)
Galaxy S25 FE
