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Honor 400

84
Well liked
Average of 4 professional reviews
4 of 4 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 4 reviews landedRange 80–90

Exact average 83.8 · all scores printed by the outlets

Honor 400Image: Honor

4 professional reviewers tested the Honor 400, and 4 recommend it. Most praised: picture quality and battery life.

Reviewed by Tech Advisor, Android Central, TechRadar and 1 more

The catch: MagicOS is less polished, and there is no telephoto camera or wireless charging.

Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.

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What 4 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    Tech AdvisorHands-on review · 2025

    A compelling all-rounder at a friendly price with a premium feel, good cameras and long battery.

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  2. 85
    Android CentralHands-on review · 2025

    A stylish, compact mid-ranger with a big battery, strong camera and useful AI that the reviewer prefers over the Galaxy A56.

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  3. 80
    TechRadarHands-on review · 2025

    A mid-range phone with a standout display, good value and strong portrait photography.

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  4. 80
    Expert ReviewsHands-on review · 2025

    A successful leaner, cheaper mid-ranger with an excellent display and capable 200MP camera at about 400 pounds.

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"Est." means the outlet printed no score, so we estimated one from its verdict and checked our estimates against ratings outlets print. How we check estimates

What critics praise most

Picture quality2 of 4
Battery life2 of 4

What critics dislike most

No clear pattern.

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Common questions

Is the Honor 400 worth it?

Most critics think so: 4 of 4 recommend it. MagicOS is less polished, and there is no telephoto camera or wireless charging.

Do critics agree about the Honor 400?

Critics agree: scores range from 80 (TechRadar) to 90 (Tech Advisor), a spread of 10 points across 4 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What is the best alternative to the Honor 400?

The Oppo Find X9 Ultra (critic score 94), best overall.