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Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6.74 inchesMain camera megapixels:13 MP & 0.08 MP

Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB)
6.3/10

Overall score

Score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.1

Technical score

10%

8.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 65% of smartphones
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
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Score components

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

â–²Better than 51%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

25%

5.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.1

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

9.3

Software

10%

6.1

Connectivity

4%

6.4

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 71%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 84%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

25%

5.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.1

Camera

15%

5.4

Display

15%

5.6

Battery

10%

9.3

Software

10%

6.1

Connectivity

4%

6.4

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

6.1
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 8.3 points, which is higher than 78.7% of smartphones.
8.3
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

6.3

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.4
Brand name
Honor
Processor model
MediaTek Helio G81
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Helio G81 processor model which is slower than processors in 92.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
64 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 84.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15, MagicOS 9
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
13 MP & 0.08 MP
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 13 MP & 0.08 MP which is lower than that of 90.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 52.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.2% of smartphones.
QVGA
Main camera sensor area
?
Main camera pixel size
?
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Number of SIM slots
2
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (uses shared SIM slot)
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.74 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.74 inches which is larger than the screens of 65.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 2.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1600 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1600 px which is lower than that of 87.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
260 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 260 ppi which is lower than that of 93.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
90 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 90 Hz which is lower than in 65.4% of smartphones and equal to that in 18.9% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,260 mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,260 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 66.6% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
15 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 15 W which is slower than in 87.7% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
no
This smartphone does not support fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
e.g., 15W, 35W
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
?
FM radio
yes
This smartphone includes an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
167 mm
This smartphone has a height of 167 mm which is taller than 79.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
77 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77 mm which is wider than 72.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.2% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.9 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.9 mm which is thinner than 72.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
Weight
186 g
This smartphone weighs 186 g which is lighter than 75.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 2.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
90,013 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 90,013 cm³ which is smaller than 68% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
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Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Magic Portal, Magic Capsule, AI Edit, Circle to Search
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 5.2% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5260 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,260 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 0.07 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.74 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • 3.25x cheaper
    Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£80 vs £260).
    £80 vs £260
  • 8.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Honor X5c 4G
    the average smartphone
    Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.67 vs 8.000).
    8.67 vs 8
  • 53.3% more popular
    Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.34 vs 5.4).
    8.34 vs 5.44
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Magic Portal, Magic Capsule, AI Edit, Circle to Search
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    2.2
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 0.07 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.74 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 5.2% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5260 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,260 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Has FM radio
    This smartphone features an FM radio, the average smartphone does not. 34.2% of smartphones include an FM tuner.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 5.2% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (186 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    186 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.4 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    October 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G81 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G81 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (13 MP & 0.08 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    13 MP & 0.08 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Helio G81 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Helio G81 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 GB vs 256 GB
  • 2x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (12 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    12 nm vs 6 nm
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 16.7% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 34.5% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1800 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,800 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 10.5% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (850 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    850 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 45.1% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,391 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,391 vs 2,533
  • 81.3% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (48 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    48 vs 256
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2 GHz & 6x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.0 GHz & 6x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 1 fewer memory channels
    This smartphone supports fewer memory channels than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone supports 2 channels.
    1 vs 2
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (13 MP & 0.08 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    13 MP & 0.08 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    5 MP vs 16 MP
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    QVGA
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No NFC
    This smartphone does not support NFC, the average smartphone does. 83.1% of smartphones feature NFC.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 25% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (90 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    90 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 34.2% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (260 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    260 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1600 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 54.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    15 W vs 33 W
  • No fast charging support
    This smartphone does not support fast charging, the average smartphone does. 93.1% of smartphones feature fast charging.
    e.g., 15W, 35W
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • 3.4 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (167 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    167 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 1 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77 mm vs 76 mm

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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • Long-lasting 5260 mAh battery life, often noted as a standout feature that can last multiple days with typical use.
  • Smooth 90Hz refresh rate display provides a fluid and comfortable viewing/scrolling experience for its price segment.
  • Large 6.74-inch screen is great for media consumption and online learning.
  • Dual SIM capability with expandable storage (via microSD card up to 1TB) offers great flexibility.
  • The phone has a modern, lightweight, and comfortable design.
  • Includes practical features like a 3.5mm headphone jack and side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
  • Considered great value for money, performing better than some other budget-friendly Android phones.
  • Runs on the recent Android 15 with MagicOS 9.0, providing an up-to-date user experience.

What we don't like about Honor X5c 4G (4GB + 64GB)

  • 15W wired charging is considered slow by modern smartphone standards.
  • Camera performance is limited, especially in low-light conditions, and it lacks an ultrawide lens.
  • The display is a TFT LCD panel, which lacks the contrast and vibrant colors of AMOLED screens.
  • Performance for heavy gaming or very demanding workloads is limited due to the MediaTek Helio G81 chipset.
  • The plastic finish of the body feels budget-friendly, and it has no official water-resistance rating.
  • Some regions may have variants without NFC functionality.

Verdict

The Honor X5c 4G is a budget-oriented smartphone featuring a 6.74-inch TFT LCD display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate and an HD+ resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels. It is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 octa-core chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSDXC slot. For photography, it utilizes a 13MP main rear camera (or 50MP in some regions) and a 5MP front-facing sensor for selfies, both supporting 1080p video recording. A primary highlight is its substantial 5260mAh battery that supports 15W wired charging and runs on the modern Android 15-based MagicOS 9.0. Main pros include its long-lasting battery life, high refresh rate for fluid scrolling, and the inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack and FM radio. However, notable cons include the lack of 5G connectivity, the absence of an official water or dust resistance rating, and a relatively slow charging speed compared to competitors.

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