Honor 400 Series: Launch Details

The Honor 400 Series, comprising the Honor 400 and Honor 400 Pro, was globally launched on May 22, 2025, at an event in London, succeeding the Honor 300 lineup. The series emphasizes advanced AI-driven photography and robust hardware, positioning it as a competitive mid-to-premium smartphone offering. Pre-registrations began in markets like the UK and Malaysia, with open sales starting shortly after the launch. In China, the series debuted on May 28, 2025, showcasing regional variations in specifications.

Both models feature a 200MP Ultra-clear AI main camera with a 1/1.4-inch sensor, f/1.9 aperture, and dual stabilization (OIS + EIS), excelling in low-light conditions. The Honor 400 includes a dual rear camera setup with a 12MP ultra-wide lens, while the Pro model adds a 50MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom and OIS, using a Sony IMX856 sensor. Both offer a 50MP front camera for high-quality selfies. AI features like Super Zoom (up to 30x on the 400, 50x on the Pro), AI Portrait Snap, Film Simulation Mode, and AI Image-to-Video (powered by Google’s Veo 2) enhance the photography experience.

The Honor 400 sports a 6.55-inch flat AMOLED display, while the Pro model features a 6.7-inch quad-curved AMOLED panel, both with 120Hz refresh rates, 5,000 nits peak brightness, and 3,840Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort. Powered by Qualcomm chipsets, the Honor 400 uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, and the Pro model employs the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, ensuring robust performance. Storage options include 8GB RAM/256-512GB for the 400 and 12GB RAM/512GB for the Pro. Running MagicOS 9.0 on Android 15, the series promises six years of updates and integrates Google’s Gemini AI assistant.

Battery capacities vary by region: global models feature a 6,000mAh silicon-carbon battery (80W wired charging for the 400, 100W wired and 50W wireless for the Pro), while Chinese variants boast a 7,200mAh battery. Durability is a highlight, with IP65 (400) and IP68/IP69 (Pro) ratings, plus SGS 5-star drop resistance. Available in colors like Desert Gold, Midnight Black, and Lunar Grey, the series starts at €499 (Honor 400) and €799 (Pro) in Europe, with pre-order perks like discounts and free accessories in select markets.