Honor 600 Lite vs Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
The Honor 600 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410; estimated prices are $362 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor 600 Lite leads — 38/100 vs 9/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Honor 600 Lite has the bigger battery (6520 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 108 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 180g).
Honor 600 Lite
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- Bigger battery: 6520 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (40/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 159g vs 180g
- Cheaper: $220 vs $362
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 75/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 85/100)
Comparing the Honor 600 Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016, the Honor 600 Lite scores 29 points higher (38/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor 600 Lite leads (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 600 Lite leads (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 leads (95/100 vs 85/100). 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 J5 2016 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (54/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 notably outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100).
| Specification | Honor 600 Lite | Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 28000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 99 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 319 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 5.2" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6520 mAh | 3100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 10 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | 145.8×72.3×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 159 g | |
| Price | $362 | $220 |
Honor 600 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Honor 600 Lite
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Honor 600 Lite
- 6520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy J5 2016
- 3100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Price difference: $142. Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is cheaper by $142.
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 J5 2016 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (40/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 (54/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 notably outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (100/100 vs 75/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100).
Which is better: the Honor 600 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 by 29 points (38/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 600 Lite and the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Honor 600 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 600 Lite or the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Honor 600 Lite leads on camera score (40/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor 600 Lite over the Samsung Galaxy J5 2016?
The Honor 600 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy J5 2016 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.