Honor 400 and 400 Pro Debut with Powerful 200MP Camera Setup

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24 May 2025
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News Synopsis

Honor has officially unveiled the Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro smartphones in global markets, marking a major comeback for its number series with cutting-edge camera technology and AI integration.

While both models boast a 200MP primary camera and similar design DNA, the Pro variant brings additional hardware advantages, including a telephoto lens, premium chipset, and faster charging capabilities. Currently, these devices are not yet available in India.

Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro: Price and Availability

The Honor 400 is available in two configurations:

  • 8GB RAM + 256GB storage – Priced at €499 (approx. ₹48,400)

  • 8GB RAM + 512GB storage – Priced at €549 (approx. ₹53,200)

The more advanced Honor 400 Pro comes in a single variant:

  • 12GB RAM + 512GB storage – Priced at €799 (approx. ₹77,500)

Both smartphones will be available from May 22 in European markets, including the UK, via Honor’s official website and select retail partners.

Color Options:

  • Honor 400: Desert Gold, Lunar Grey, Midnight Black

  • Honor 400 Pro: Lunar Grey, Midnight Black

As of now, Honor has not announced Indian launch details for either phone.

Honor 400 Pro: Premium Specs and High-End Photography

The Honor 400 Pro is designed for power users and photography enthusiasts. It is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, the same chip used in its predecessor, the Honor 300 Pro. It pairs this with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage.

Camera System:

  • Primary Camera: 200MP (f/1.9) with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)

  • Telephoto Lens: 50MP Sony IMX856 sensor with 3x optical zoom

  • Ultra-Wide Camera: 12MP with macro functionality

  • Selfie Camera: 50MP front camera with 4K video recording

Display and Build:

  • 6.7-inch quad-curved OLED display

  • 120Hz refresh rate, 5,000 nits peak brightness

  • 3,840Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort

  • IP68/IP69-rated for water and dust resistance

Battery and Charging:

  • 5,300mAh silicon-carbon battery

  • 100W wired and 50W wireless fast charging

  • Honor claims 80% battery health retention after 1,200 charge cycles

Honor 400: Flagship Camera, Mid-Range Power

The standard Honor 400 retains the flagship 200MP camera but is powered by a more mid-range Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset, paired with 8GB RAM.

Camera Setup:

  • 200MP primary rear sensor

  • 12MP ultra-wide macro lens

  • 50MP front-facing camera

  • Lacks a dedicated telephoto lens, relying on digital zoom

Display and Durability:

  • 6.55-inch flat OLED display

  • 120Hz refresh rate, 5,000 nits brightness

  • 3,840Hz PWM dimming

  • IP65-rated for dust and water resistance

Battery and Charging:

  • Shares the same 5,300mAh battery

  • Supports 66W wired charging (no wireless charging)

Software and AI Features

Both the Honor 400 and 400 Pro run on MagicOS 9.0, based on Android 15, with a promise of six years of Android updates and security patches.

Key AI Features:

  • AI Subtitles for real-time translation and captioning

  • AI Summary for quick content overviews

  • Deepfake Detection to ensure video call authenticity

  • Image-to-Video Generation (to be introduced via OTA update)

These tools enhance both usability and security, aligning with Honor’s growing focus on AI innovation.

Final Thoughts: A Big Leap for Honor’s Number Series

With flagship-grade camera capabilities, premium designs, and future-ready AI tools, the Honor 400 series positions itself strongly in the global mid-to-premium smartphone segment. While Honor 400 Pro is clearly aimed at enthusiasts looking for performance and versatility, the Honor 400 brings the essence of a flagship camera experience at a more accessible price point.

The lack of Indian availability at launch may disappoint fans, but once introduced, these smartphones could become serious contenders in the Indian market.

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