{"id":426022,"date":"2026-05-13T18:47:09","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T18:47:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/426022\/"},"modified":"2026-05-13T18:47:09","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T18:47:09","slug":"honor-600-vs-honor-600-pro-do-you-really-need-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/nz\/426022\/","title":{"rendered":"Honor 600 vs Honor 600 Pro: Do you really need Pro?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Honor\u2019s 2026 mid-range series is made up of two handsets, the Honor 600 and the pricier Honor 600 Pro, but how do they differ?<\/p>\n

Is it a guarantee that the Honor 600 Pro<\/a> is the better option? Or is the Honor 600<\/a> well-rounded enough to suit most needs?<\/p>\n

To help you decide between the two smartphones, we\u2019ve compared our hands-on experience with both below. Keep reading to see what really separates the two Androids and see which one is likely to suit you best.<\/p>\n

Otherwise, we\u2019ve also rounded up a list of the best Android phones<\/a>, best mid-range phones<\/a> and best smartphones<\/a> too.<\/p>\n

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Price and Availability<\/p>\n

Both the Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro are available to buy now. As its name suggests, the Honor 600 Pro is the pricier of the two with an official RRP of \u00a3899 for the 512GB handset.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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In comparison, the Honor 600 is more of an affordable option and has a starting RRP of \u00a3549.99. At the time of writing, you can even nab the Honor 600 with a healthy \u00a3150 discount too.<\/p>\n

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Specs Comparison Table<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/p>\n

Honor 600 Review<\/p>\n

Honor 600 Pro Review<\/p>\n

UK RRP<\/p>\n

\u00a3-1 <\/p>\n

\u2013<\/p>\n

EU RRP<\/p>\n

\u20ac549.99 <\/p>\n

\u20ac999 <\/p>\n

Manufacturer<\/p>\n

Honor <\/p>\n

Honor <\/p>\n

Screen Size<\/p>\n

6.57 inches <\/p>\n

6.57 inches <\/p>\n

Storage Capacity<\/p>\n

512GB <\/p>\n

512GB <\/p>\n

Rear Camera<\/p>\n

200MP 1\/1.4-inch main sensor, f\/1.9, CIPA 6.0 & 12MP ultrawide, f\/2.2 <\/p>\n

200MP 1\/1.4-inch main sensor, f\/1.9, CIPA 6.5, 12MP ultrawide, f\/2.2, 50MP telephoto with 3.5x optical zoom and f\/2.8 <\/p>\n

Front Camera<\/p>\n

50MP selfie camera <\/p>\n

50MP selfie camera <\/p>\n

Video Recording<\/p>\n

Yes <\/p>\n

Yes <\/p>\n

IP rating<\/p>\n

IP69K <\/p>\n

IP69K <\/p>\n

Battery<\/p>\n

6400 mAh <\/p>\n

6400 mAh <\/p>\n

Wireless charging<\/p>\n

\u2013<\/p>\n

Yes <\/p>\n

Fast Charging<\/p>\n

Yes <\/p>\n

Yes <\/p>\n

Size (Dimensions)<\/p>\n

74.7 x 7.8 x 156 MM <\/p>\n

74.7 x 7.8 x 156 MM <\/p>\n

Weight<\/p>\n

190 G <\/p>\n

195 G <\/p>\n

Operating System<\/p>\n

MagicOS10 (Android 16) <\/p>\n

MagicOS10 (Android 16) <\/p>\n

Release Date<\/p>\n

2026 <\/p>\n

2025 <\/p>\n

First Reviewed Date<\/p>\n

27\/04\/2026 <\/p>\n

05\/05\/2026 <\/p>\n

Resolution<\/p>\n

1264 x 2728 <\/p>\n

1264 x 2728 <\/p>\n

HDR<\/p>\n

Yes <\/p>\n

Yes <\/p>\n

Refresh Rate<\/p>\n

120 Hz <\/p>\n

120 Hz <\/p>\n

Ports<\/p>\n

USB-C, SIM card <\/p>\n

USB-C <\/p>\n

Chipset<\/p>\n

Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 <\/p>\n

Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite <\/p>\n

RAM<\/p>\n

8GB <\/p>\n

12GB <\/p>\n

Colours<\/p>\n

Black, Golden White <\/p>\n

Black, Golden White, Orange <\/p>\n

Design<\/p>\n

Both come in a choice between White, Black or Orange<\/p>\n

Both sport IP68, IP69 and IP69K ratings<\/p>\n

The two bezels are less than 1mm thick<\/p>\n

There aren\u2019t many design differences between the Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro, as both have 6.57-inch displays, an impressively thin 0.98mm bezel and come with a plethora of IP ratings. In addition, both are fitted with a rectangular camera shelf that spans the width of the phone\u2019s rear which is reminiscent of the iPhone 17 Pro<\/a>\u2019s own.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Speaking of which, we probably should address the fact Honor\u2019s 600 series seems to borrow the vibrant (and divisive) orange hue of the iPhone 17 Pro. However, it also comes in more standard black or white shades too.<\/p>\n

Otherwise, both handsets are also fitted with a brushed aluminium frame that gives each device a more premium feel. This is especially welcome for the Honor 600, considering it\u2019s much cheaper than the Pro.<\/p>\n

Winner: Tie<\/p>\n

Screen<\/p>\n

Honor 600 Pro benefits from an LTPO-enabled 120Hz refresh rate<\/p>\n

Both have 6.57-inch AMOLED panels<\/p>\n

The biggest difference between the Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro is with each phone\u2019s respective LTPO technology. Although the Honor 600 does sport a 120Hz refresh rate, it isn\u2019t LTPO-enabled which means the variable refresh rate isn\u2019t quite as smooth. In comparison, the Honor 600 Pro boasts an LTPO-enabled 120Hz refresh rate.<\/p>\n

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Otherwise, both handsets are equipped with a 6.57-inch 1264\u00d72728 AMOLED panel while also benefiting from the impressively thin surrounding bezel too.<\/p>\n

Winner: Honor 600 Pro<\/p>\n

Camera<\/p>\n

Honor 600 Pro has a dedicated telephoto lens<\/p>\n

Both are fitted with 200MP main lenses, though the Honor 600 Pro\u2019s boast CIPA 6.5 image stabilisation<\/p>\n

AI-assisted image repair is present, which can look slightly too smooth<\/p>\n

While the Honor 600 and 600 Pro have seen many similarities so far, their respective camera set-ups are slightly different, with the latter sporting a total of three rear cameras instead of just two.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Honor 600 is equipped with a main 200MP 1\/1.4-inch sensor and CIPA 6.0 image stabilisation, alongside a 12MP ultrawide. Although the 600 Pro also has a 200MP main lens, it benefits from CIPA 6.5 image stabilisation instead alongside the same 12MP ultrawide as the Honor 600.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\"ImageImage captured on Honor 600. Image Credit (Trusted Reviews)<\/p>\n

The biggest difference is the Pro\u2019s inclusion of\u00a0 a 50MP telephoto lens that\u2019s fitted with a 3.5x optical range. This omission for the Honor 600 is apparent when you try and zoom beyond the 4x range, as you\u2019ll notice AI-assisted image repair which looks pretty noticeable.<\/p>\n

\"ImageImage captured on Honor 600 Pro. Image Credit (Trusted Reviews)<\/p>\n

Either way, both 200MP main lenses are the star of each handset\u2019s show, with plenty of detail and a solid performance across all lighting conditions too. We did note that colours had a slightly saturated look by default, however this can be changed via the phone\u2019s settings.<\/p>\n

Winner: Honor 600 Pro<\/p>\n

Performance<\/p>\n

Honor 600 Pro sports 2025\u2019s flagship Snapdragon 8 Elite chip<\/p>\n

Honor has included a Game Mode and vapor chamber cooling in both handsets<\/p>\n

Otherwise, both the Honor 600 and 600 Pro feel speedy in everyday use<\/p>\n

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Another key difference between the Honor 600 and Honor 600 Pro is with their chipsets, with the Pro sporting Qualcomm\u2019s 2025 Snapdragon 8 Elite flagship. Naturally, this means the phone achieves similar benchmark scores to 2025 flagships such as the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra<\/a> and Honor Magic 7 Pro<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"ProfileHonor 600 Pro. Image Credit (Trusted Reviews)<\/p>\n

Instead, the Honor 600 houses Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, a mid-range chip that launched back in 2025. While it certainly can\u2019t compete with the Honor 600 Pro, generally the handset performs well in everyday use. It even does an admirable job at keeping things cool during prolonged and intensive use, thanks to its onboard vapour chamber cooling. However, heavier gaming will reveal the handset\u2019s limitations.<\/p>\n

Winner: Honor 600 Pro<\/p>\n

Software<\/p>\n

MagicOS 10 powers both handsets<\/p>\n

Both promise six years of security and software updates<\/p>\n

Alongside many AI tools, the headline feature is Honor\u2019s Image to Video 2.0<\/p>\n

Both the Honor 600 and 600 Pro run on Honor\u2019s MagicOS 10 which borrows from Apple\u2019s Liquid Glass<\/a> design. That\u2019s not necessarily a bad thing, as the design feels smart and fluid to use in everyday circumstances.<\/p>\n

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Both are also equipped with a dedicated AI button which can bring up Google\u2019s useful Circle to Search<\/a> function or Honor\u2019s AI Memories. However, the headline AI-powered feature within both the Honor 600 and 600 Pro is undoubtedly Image to Video 2.0, which allows you to turn a photo into an AI-generated video.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"ProfileHonor 600. Image Credit (Trusted Reviews)<\/p>\n

While it\u2019s definitely not the reason to opt for either Honor handset, it\u2019s a novel tool that can be fun to play around with.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Otherwise, Honor promises that the Honor 600 and 600 Pro will see up to six years of software and Android updates. That\u2019s just shy of Samsung and Google\u2019s seven year promise, but is still a pretty generous offering overall.<\/p>\n

Winner: Tie<\/p>\n

Battery<\/p>\n

Same 6400mAh batteries which provide around six-hours of screen time<\/p>\n

Honor 600 Pro supports 80W wired and 50W wireless charging<\/p>\n

Honor 600 doesn\u2019t have any wireless charging support<\/p>\n

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Both handsets are fitted with hefty 6400mAh batteries, which we found resulted in around six hours of screen time that involved plenty of multitasking between apps, streaming and taking the odd photo.<\/p>\n

While both support 80W wired charging, it\u2019s only the Pro model that offers 50W wireless charging which is a shame.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Winner: Honor 600 Pro<\/p>\n

Verdict<\/p>\n

With a year-old flagship chip, wireless charging support and a dedicated telephoto lens, the Honor 600 Pro is undoubtedly a brilliant well-rounded option that\u2019ll suit most Android users. However, with the same starting price as the Galaxy S26, it\u2019s perhaps not the best option for those seeking a mid-range Android.<\/p>\n

In comparison, with a \u00a3549 price tag, the Honor 600 is a much more affordable option. Sure, its chipset isn\u2019t flagship and it lacks a telephoto lens, it does borrow many features from its pricier Pro sibling. With that in mind, those seeking a true mid-ranger might be better suited to the Honor 600 Pro.<\/p>\n

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