Honor 60 vs Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE: A Deep Dive into Two 778G Contenders
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the Honor 60 emerges as the slightly better choice. Its significantly faster 66W charging dramatically improves usability, reducing downtime. While both phones share the same core performance, the Honor 60’s charging advantage and potentially cleaner software experience give it an edge.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Honor 60 | Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 18, 19, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 66 |
| 5G bands | 1, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 26, 38, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2021, December 01 | 2021, September 15 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, December 10 | Available. Released 2021, October 02 |
| Body | ||
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| Dimensions | 161.4 x 73.3 x 8 mm (6.35 x 2.89 x 0.31 in) | 160.5 x 75.7 x 6.8 mm (6.32 x 2.98 x 0.27 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 179 g (6.31 oz) | 158 g (5.57 oz) |
| - | IP53, dust and splash resistant | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~90.8% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.55 inches, 103.6 cm2 (~85.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10 | AMOLED, 1B colors, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 90Hz, 500 nits (typ), 800 nits (HBM) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Adreno 642L |
| OS | Android 11, Magic UI 5.0 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14, HyperOS |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | No | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| - | UFS 2.2 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | - | 20 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/3.4", 0.8µm |
| Triple | 108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 112˚ (ultrawide) 2 MP (macro) | 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.97", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (telephoto macro), 1/5.0", 1.12µm, AF |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps; gyro-EIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | - | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 32 MP, f/2.4, (wide) | 20 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/3.4", 0.8µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@120fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | - | No |
| 35mm jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with dual speakers |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2 (Global), 5.1 (India) |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, NavIC |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 (Global), Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (India) |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| - | Virtual proximity sensing | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 66W wired, 50% in 15 min 5W reverse wired | 33W wired |
| Type | Li-Ion 4800 mAh | Li-Po 4250 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Green, Blue, Pink | Truffle Black (Vinyl Black), Bubblegum Blue (Jazz Blue), Peach Pink (Tuscany Coral), Snowflake White (Diamond Dazzle) |
| Models | LSA-AN00 | 2109119DG, 2107119DC, 2109119DI |
| Price | About 500 EUR | About 200 EUR |
| SAR | - | 1.09 W/kg (head) 1.05 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.59 W/kg (head) 0.95 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 122h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -23.6 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 527663 (v9) GeekBench: 2832 (v5.1) GFXBench: 28fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Honor 60
- Significantly faster 66W charging
- Potentially cleaner software experience (Honor's recent focus)
- Identical Snapdragon 778G performance
- Battery capacity not specified, potentially smaller than Xiaomi
- Camera specs are unknown
Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE
- Excellent 122-hour endurance rating
- Lightweight design (typical of the 11 Lite series)
- Identical Snapdragon 778G performance
- Slower 33W charging
- Software experience can be heavily customized with MIUI
Display Comparison
Both the Honor 60 and Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE feature displays with an 'Infinite' contrast ratio, suggesting AMOLED panels. However, specific details like peak brightness and color gamut coverage are missing. The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE’s endurance rating suggests a power-efficient display, potentially optimized for longer viewing times. Without further data, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner; however, the Xiaomi’s established endurance rating hints at optimized power consumption.
Camera Comparison
Both phones are listed as having 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but lack specific details regarding sensor size, aperture, or optical image stabilization (OIS). This makes a direct camera comparison impossible based on the provided data. The absence of details suggests neither phone boasts a standout camera system, likely relying on software processing to enhance image quality. We can assume both will perform adequately in good lighting conditions, but low-light performance is uncertain. Ignoring the likely-low-resolution 2MP macro lenses common in this segment, the core camera experience will likely be similar.
Performance
Both devices are equipped with the Qualcomm SM7325 Snapdragon 778G 5G (6 nm) chipset, featuring an octa-core CPU configuration: 1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78, 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78, and 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55. This means identical CPU and GPU performance is expected in most scenarios, including gaming and everyday tasks. The 6nm process node ensures reasonable thermal efficiency. The absence of information regarding RAM type (LPDDR4x vs LPDDR5) and storage speed (UFS 2.2 vs UFS 3.1) prevents a more granular performance analysis, but the core processing power is a tie.
Battery Life
The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE boasts an endurance rating of 122 hours, indicating strong battery life. However, the Honor 60 counters with significantly faster 66W wired charging, capable of reaching 50% charge in just 15 minutes. The Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE is limited to 33W charging. This difference is substantial; the Honor 60’s charging speed mitigates any potential disadvantage from a potentially smaller battery capacity (not specified in the data). The Honor 60 prioritizes convenience, while the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE focuses on maximizing time between charges.
Buying Guide
Buy the Honor 60 if you prioritize fast charging and a potentially more streamlined software experience. This phone is ideal for users who frequently top up their battery throughout the day and dislike waiting for hours. Buy the Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G NE if you value a proven track record of battery endurance (122h rating) and a lightweight design, and are less concerned about the fastest possible charging speeds.