Honor 600 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
The Honor 600 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880; estimated prices are $362 and $380. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor 600 Lite leads — 38/100 vs 10/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Honor 600 Lite has the bigger battery (6520 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 16 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 180g).
Honor 600 Lite
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Bigger battery: 6520 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper: $362 vs $380
- Better camera (40/100 vs 5/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Lighter: 157g vs 180g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Honor 600 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017, the Honor 600 Lite scores 28 points higher (38/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor 600 Lite leads (40/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 600 Lite leads (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (40/100 vs 5/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 notably outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
| Specification | Honor 600 Lite | Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite | Samsung Exynos 7880 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 95000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 175 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 760 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6520 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 10 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | 146.1×71.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 157 g | |
| Price | $362 | $380 |
Honor 600 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Honor 600 Lite
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Honor 600 Lite
- 6520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 3000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $18. Honor 600 Lite is cheaper by $18.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (40/100 vs 5/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (54/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 notably outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (100/100 vs 75/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
Which is better: the Honor 600 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 600 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Honor 600 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 600 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Honor 600 Lite leads on camera score (40/100 vs 5/100).
Should you choose the Honor 600 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017?
The Honor 600 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.