Honor has officially unveiled its latest mid-range smartphone lineup, the Honor 400 series, positioning these devices as premium alternatives that challenge traditional flagship boundaries. The announcement marks a significant milestone for the company as CEO Li Jian made his first public appearance at a domestic launch event, emphasizing the brand's commitment to addressing real user needs through authentic innovation.
Revolutionary Camera System Sets New Standards
The Honor 400 series introduces a groundbreaking 200MP AI ultra-clear main camera across both standard and Pro variants, delivering exceptional detail capture and enhanced dynamic photography performance. The Pro model takes imaging capabilities further with an exclusive 6X ultra-clear telephoto portrait lens, supported by flagship-grade imaging algorithms that enable up to 50X zoom functionality. This represents a significant leap in mid-range photography, bringing professional-level features to more accessible price points.
The series also debuts industry-first micrometer-level film portrait mode, offering comprehensive film texture simulation that captures authentic emotions and environmental atmosphere. Users can now create 4K ultra-clear Live photos with enhanced editing capabilities and seamless cross-platform sharing between Android, HarmonyOS, and iOS systems.
Key Specifications Comparison
| Feature | Honor 400 | Honor 400 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Main Camera | 200MP AI Ultra-clear | 200MP AI Ultra-clear |
| Telephoto | Standard | 6X Ultra-clear (50X max zoom) |
| Battery | 7200mAh | 7200mAh |
| Charging | 80W Wired | 90W Wired + 50W Wireless |
| Water Resistance | IP68+IP69 | IP68+IP69 |
| Thickness | 7.8mm | 7.8mm |
Exceptional Battery Performance in Ultra-Slim Design
Honor has achieved a remarkable engineering feat by integrating a massive 7200mAh third-generation Qinghai Lake battery into a sleek 6.55-inch, 7.8mm thin profile. The innovative battery technology reaches an energy density of 880Wh/L through advanced packaging processes, delivering the strongest endurance experience in Honor's digital series history. The Pro variant supports 90W wired and 50W wireless super-fast charging, while the standard model offers 80W wired charging capabilities.
Flagship-Level Performance Across the Lineup
The Honor 400 standard edition becomes the world's first smartphone to feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor, while the Pro version incorporates the full-powered third-generation Snapdragon 8 flagship chip. Both models include Honor's self-developed Phantom Engine, ensuring smooth, immersive gaming experiences that rival premium devices.
Advanced AI Integration and Display Technology
Running on the new MagicOS 9.0 operating system, the Honor 400 series supports cutting-edge AI features including AI image-to-video conversion, AI wrinkle removal, and AI reflection elimination. The devices feature Honor's Oasis eye-protection screen with eight major eye-care characteristics, including AI defocus vision relief and AI dry eye protection for comprehensive visual comfort.
Premium Build Quality and Design
The series showcases industry-first precision-matte metal frames that resist fingerprints and water marks, combined with IP68+IP69 dust and water resistance ratings. Four sophisticated color options are available: Ocean Blue, Moon Silver, Flowing Sand Pink, and Phantom Black, with the Ocean Blue and Flowing Sand Pink variants featuring exclusive Flowing Brocade craftsmanship.
Honor 400 Series Pricing
| Model | Storage | Original Price | Subsidized Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honor 400 | 12GB+256GB | CNY 2,499 | CNY 2,124.15 |
| Honor 400 | 12GB+512GB | CNY 2,799 | CNY 2,379.15 |
| Honor 400 | 16GB+512GB | CNY 2,999 | CNY 2,549.15 |
| Honor 400 Pro | 12GB+256GB | CNY 3,399 | CNY 2,899 |
| Honor 400 Pro | 12GB+512GB | CNY 3,699 | CNY 3,199 |
| Honor 400 Pro | 16GB+512GB | CNY 3,999 | CNY 3,499 |
| Honor 400 Pro | 16GB+1TB | CNY 4,499 | CNY 3,999 |
Comprehensive Ecosystem Expansion
Beyond smartphones, Honor introduced complementary products including the Honor Pad 10 with paper-like soft light screen technology and AI-focused learning features, the Honor Watch Fit series with energy assessment capabilities, and the Honor Earbuds X9. These additions strengthen Honor's ecosystem approach to user experience.
The Honor 400 series is now available for pre-order with official sales beginning June 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The standard version starts at CNY 2,499 (approximately CNY 2,124 after national subsidies), while the Pro model begins at CNY 3,399 (CNY 2,899 with subsidies), making flagship-level features more accessible to mainstream consumers.
