I recently spent the weekend at Singapore’s Pop Air Museum, a whimsical space of giant inflatables and colourful dreamscapes, to put the HONOR 400 Pro to the test. What better way to test a phone that promises next-gen AI imaging and a design built to impress? After several hours of hands-on use, countless photos, and a fair bit of zoom experimentation, I’m happy to report: this phone doesn’t just keep up, it leads.
A Stunning, Ultra-Bright OLED Display
The 6.8″ OLED display is stunning. With a peak brightness of 5000 nits, it stayed easily viewable even outdoors. The 120Hz refresh rate and 1.07 billion colours make the whole interface fluid and colour-rich, perfect for creators and media consumption.
HONOR’s AI Eye Comfort Display offers true innovation. Risk-free dimming at 3840Hz, Ultra Dark Mode at just 1.5 nits, and features like Circadian Night Display help reduce eye strain.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the HONOR 400 Pro blazes through everything from gaming to multitasking.
Paired with 24GB RAM (12+12 virtual) and 512GB storage, this phone is built for speed and stamina.
Next-Gen Camera Power with 200MP AI Imaging
The 200MP Super Sensing AI Camera is as powerful as it sounds. The HONOR 400 Pro delivers sharp, vibrant shots in almost any lighting condition, thanks to its large 1/1.4” sensor and dual OIS + EIS stabilisation.
At Pop Air, where the lighting shifted between soft glows and intense beams, its AI RAW Large Model enhancement made a clear difference.
Textures on inflatables popped, and reflections looked naturally crisp without any exaggerated sharpening.
Next-Gen AI Imaging That Goes Beyond the Ordinary
1) AI Image-to-Video: Turning Moments into Motion
One of the most impressive surprises was the AI Image-to-Video feature. I tested it using a series of static shots I had taken while popping balloons at the Pop Air Museum. Without any manual editing, the HONOR 400 Pro’s AI intelligently recognised the motion implied in the sequence
2) AI Eraser
For instant clean-up, AI Eraser lets you remove unwanted background objects and passersby with a tap.
3) AI Cutout
AI Cutout helps you isolate subjects effortlessly. Perfect for creating fun, shareable edits or professional-style visuals without needing third-party apps or Photoshop skills.
4) AI Outpainting
With AI Outpainting, I can extend the edges of your photos beyond their original boundaries. It intelligently fills in the surrounding space with realistic content that matches the original scene.
5) AI Beauty
AI Beauty on the HONOR 400 Pro refines facial features with a subtle touch, enhancing my natural look rather than masking it. Using deep-learning facial analysis, it smoothens skin, adjusts lighting, brightens eyes, and balances facial symmetry. Perfect for selfies!
Pictures That Impress in Low Light
HONOR’s AI-enhanced Capture Enhancement Model does an incredible job with motion blur reduction and detail.
I tested this with balloons flying and moving around the space, and every photo felt usable.
Night shots are beautiful. Under dim museum lighting, the camera retained lighting and ambient mood. If you love low-light photography, this is a real win.
Filters, Your Way
The HONOR 400 Pro gives you full creative control when it comes to photo styling. You can manually switch between filters to suit your aesthetic, or let the phone think for you.
With AI Power Film Simulation, the camera intelligently analyses lighting, subjects, and scenery to apply cinematic effects that match the mood of your shot.
Whether you’re aiming for vintage drama, clean modern vibes, or something more experimental, the AI adapts in real time to help your photos stand out with minimal effort.
Instant Edits with AI Instant Movie
One standout feature is the AI Instant Movie Video tool. With just a few taps, I created a stylised highlight reel from the day’s photos, complete with transitions and background music, directly on the phone, no app needed.
Great for social sharing and very TikTok/Instagram friendly. Check out the video I made above!
50x AI Super Zoom that Goes the Distance
Zoom is wild. It’s the first smartphone I’ve tested that lets you go up to 50x telephoto zoom with the main camera.
At 6x, I was capturing cheeky details of my building’s architecture far away. And even at 50x, the AI did a decent job of cleaning up edges, though as expected, image noise crept in.
Sleek and Durable Design with Premium Extras
At 8.1mm and 205g, it’s slim and comfortable even with a case. HONOR didn’t skimp on durability either. The phone is IP68 and IP69 water-resistant, and has a 5-star SGS rating for drop and crush resistance.
It also comes packed with quality-of-life extras. Wi-Fi 7, dual stereo speakers, NFC, infrared remote, HONOR Tips app, and HONOR Phone Clone for easy setup.
All-Day Battery That Charges in Minutes
The 6000mAh silicon-carbon battery easily handled a full day of photography, video editing, GPS, and social media, with 30% battery still left at bedtime. When needed, the 100W wired and 50W wireless SuperCharge delivered ridiculously fast top-ups.
A Smart Choice for Power Users and Creators
Beyond imaging, Gemini AI Assistant (powered by Google) offers smart tools like AI Writing and even Live Translation during calls. It’s a productivity booster, especially for multilingual users or frequent travellers.
The HONOR 400 Pro delivers more than just great cameras. It’s a complete, well-rounded smartphone that doesn’t compromise on display quality, performance, battery life, or everyday usability.
It retails for $899. Find out more here.
