Honor 600 vs Samsung Galaxy A57: Which Should You Buy?
If you're looking for a new mid-range phone, you might be torn between the Honor 600 and the Samsung Galaxy A57. Both offer a 120Hz display and water resistance, but differences in battery, camera, and price could decide it for you. Here's what each does better and where it falls short.
1Honor 600: Massive battery and a high-resolution camera
The Honor 600 comes with a large 7000 mAh battery (typical capacity) or 6800 mAh (rated capacity), giving you long usage without worry. It also supports 80W fast wired charging and 27W wired reverse charging to power other devices. This is practical for anyone who forgets a charger or needs a battery that lasts all day.
The main rear camera is 200 MP with a 1/1.4-inch sensor and OIS, plus a 12 MP ultrawide camera at 112° and a color temperature sensor. The front camera is 50 MP with an f/2.0 aperture. This makes the phone suitable for photography enthusiasts who want fine detail in good lighting.
The phone is water and dust resistant with IP68, IP69, and IP69K ratings, and weighs 190 g. However, it runs on a next-gen Snapdragon 7 chipset, which is mid-range and not flagship-class. Also, there is no information on RAM, storage capacity, operating system, or networks. The price starts at 29,999 EGP at 2B, from 1,670 SAR, and from 1,428 AED.
2Samsung Galaxy A57 5G: Balance, lightness, and long support
The Galaxy A57 features a slimmer and lighter design than the previous model, weighing only 179 g, with IP68 water and dust protection. The 6.7-inch Super AMOLED Plus display has FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate, offering an excellent viewing experience. The battery is 5000 mAh and lasts up to two days depending on usage, with Super Fast Charging 2.0 up to 45W that reaches 60% in 30 minutes.
The main rear camera is 50 MP with OIS, a 12 MP ultrawide camera, and a 5 MP macro camera. The front camera is 12 MP with Super HDR, but it lacks OIS optical stabilization. RAM is 8 GB or 12 GB, and storage is 256 GB or 512 GB. There is no memory card slot in the listed specs.
One of the standout advantages is support for up to 6 OS upgrades and 6 years of security updates, extending the device's lifespan. The price starts at 26,290 EGP on Amazon.eg, from 1,459 SAR, and from 1,265 AED. If you prefer a light phone with long software support, it's a good choice, but the maximum 45W charging may not suit those who want ultra-fast charging.
Verdict
Choose the Honor 600 if a massive 7000 mAh battery, a 200 MP main camera with OIS, and IP69K water resistance are your priorities, and be prepared for a mid-range chipset and missing information on RAM and storage. Choose the Samsung Galaxy A57 5G if you want a lighter phone (179 g) with a Super AMOLED Plus display and up to 6 years of software support, knowing that the battery is 5000 mAh and max charging is 45W. In terms of price, the Galaxy A57 is cheaper in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, but the Honor 600 offers a larger battery and a higher-resolution camera. The decision depends on what you prefer: longer battery life and a stronger camera, or lightness and long software support.
