Design:
| water resistance |
None |
| weight |
186 g |
| thickness |
7.9 mm |
| width |
77 mm |
| height |
167 mm |
| volume |
101.5861 cm³ |
| has a rugged build |
✕ |
| can be folded |
✕ |
The design of the Honor X5c is sleek and practical, with a weight of 186g and a slim profile, measuring just 7.9mm in thickness. The device has a width of 77mm and a height of 167mm, making it comfortable to hold. While it does not feature water resistance or a rugged build, the phone offers a clean, simple design. Additionally, it does not support folding, ensuring a straightforward, non-complicated form factor.
Display:
| Display type |
LCD |
| screen size |
6.74" |
| pixel density |
260 ppi |
| resolution |
720 x 1600 px |
| refresh rate |
90Hz |
| has branded damage-resistant glass |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 |
✕ |
| supports HDR10+ |
✕ |
| Always-On Display |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision |
✕ |
| Has a secondary screen |
✕ |
| has a touch screen |
✓ |
The Honor X5c features a 6.74″ LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 px, offering a pixel density of 260 ppi. The display supports a 90Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals but does not include branded damage-resistant glass like Gorilla Glass. Additionally, it lacks support for HDR10, Dolby Vision, or Always-On display, and does not feature a secondary screen. The touch screen functionality provides responsive interaction for all your needs.
Performance:
| internal storage |
128GB |
| RAM |
4GB |
| Chipset (SoC) name |
MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra |
| GPU name |
Mali G52 MP2 |
| CPU speed |
2 x 2 & 6 x 1.8 GHz |
| Geekbench 6 result (multi) |
1391 |
| Geekbench 6 result (single) |
420 |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) |
1300 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) |
350 |
| Has integrated LTE |
✓ |
| RAM speed |
1800 MHz |
| semiconductor size |
12 nm |
| Supports 64-bit |
✓ |
| DirectX version |
DirectX 12 |
| Has integrated graphics |
✓ |
| OpenGL version |
3.2 |
| OpenGL ES version |
3.2 |
| Uses big.LITTLE technology |
✓ |
| CPU threads |
8 threads |
| Has TrustZone |
✓ |
| maximum memory bandwidth |
13.41 GB/s |
| OpenCL version |
2 |
| memory channels |
2 |
| L2 cache |
0.3 MB |
| eMMC version |
5.1 |
| maximum memory amount |
8GB |
| GPU execution units |
2 |
| GPU turbo |
950 MHz |
| number of transistors |
5500 million |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
5W |
| DDR memory version |
4 |
| shading units |
32 |
| turbo clock speed |
2GHz |
| L3 cache |
1 MB |
The Honor X5c is powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra chipset, paired with 4GB of RAM, providing solid performance for everyday tasks. It features an internal storage capacity of 128GB, expandable via an external memory slot. The phone supports 64-bit processing and includes integrated graphics with the Mali G52 MP2 GPU. With a CPU clock speed of 2 x 2 GHz and 6 x 1.8 GHz, it offers an efficient balance of power and energy consumption. For multitasking, the device utilizes 8 CPU threads and includes 13.41 GB/s memory bandwidth to ensure smooth operation across various applications.
Cameras:
| megapixels (main camera) |
13 MP |
| Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera |
✕ |
| megapixels (front camera) |
5MP |
| has built-in optical image stabilization |
✕ |
| video recording (main camera) |
1080 x 30 fps |
| Has a dual-tone LED flash |
✕ |
| number of flash LEDs |
1 |
| has a BSI sensor |
✕ |
| has a CMOS sensor |
✓ |
| has continuous autofocus when recording movies |
✓ |
| Has phase-detection autofocus for photos |
✓ |
| supports slow-motion video recording |
✓ |
| has a built-in HDR mode |
✓ |
| has manual exposure |
✓ |
| has a flash |
✓ |
| optical zoom |
0x |
| has manual ISO |
✓ |
| has a serial shot mode |
✓ |
| has manual focus |
✓ |
| has a front camera |
✓ |
| Has laser autofocus |
✕ |
| Shoots 360° panorama |
✕ |
| has manual white balance |
✓ |
| shoots raw |
✕ |
| has touch autofocus |
✓ |
| has manual shutter speed |
✕ |
| can create panoramas in-camera |
✓ |
| wide aperture (front camera) |
2.2f |
| Has timelapse function |
✓ |
| Has a front-facing LED flash |
✕ |
| has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) front camera |
✕ |
| supports HDR10 recording |
✕ |
| supports Dolby Vision recording |
✕ |
| has a front-facing camera under the display |
✕ |
| Has a RGB LED flash |
✕ |
| has 3D photo/video recording capabilities |
✕ |
The Honor X5c is equipped with a 13 MP main camera that supports 1080p video recording at 30 fps. It includes features like phase-detection autofocus for sharper photos, and continuous autofocus for video. The front camera, with a 5 MP sensor, includes a wide aperture of 2.2f and supports timelapse. The main camera offers a flash, HDR mode, and manual settings like exposure, ISO, and focus, but lacks optical zoom and 3D photo/video recording capabilities.
Operating system:
| Android version |
Android 15 |
| has clipboard warnings |
✓ |
| has location privacy options |
✓ |
| has camera/microphone privacy options |
✓ |
| has Mail Privacy Protection |
✕ |
| has theme customization |
✓ |
| can block app tracking |
✓ |
| blocks cross-site tracking |
✕ |
| has on-device machine learning |
✓ |
| has notification permissions |
✓ |
| has media picker |
✓ |
| Can play games while they download |
✓ |
| has dark mode |
✓ |
| has Wi-Fi password sharing |
✕ |
| has battery health check |
✓ |
| has an extra dim mode |
✓ |
| has focus modes |
✕ |
| has dynamic theming |
✓ |
| can offload apps |
✓ |
| Has customizable notifications |
✓ |
| has Live Text |
✓ |
| has full-page screenshots |
✓ |
| supports split screen |
✓ |
| gets direct OS updates |
✕ |
| has PiP |
✓ |
| Can be used as a PC |
✕ |
| Has sharing intents |
✓ |
| has a child lock |
✓ |
| Supports widgets |
✓ |
| Is free and open source |
✓ |
| Has offline voice recognition |
✓ |
| has voice commands |
✓ |
| Tracks the current position of a mobile device |
✓ |
| is a multi-user system |
✓ |
| has Quick Start |
✕ |
The Honor X5c runs on Android 15, offering a range of privacy and customization options. It includes features such as clipboard warnings, location and camera/microphone privacy settings, and on-device machine learning for enhanced performance. You can also personalize your device with theme customization, dark mode, and dynamic theming, and manage notifications with customizable settings. Additional functionalities include split screen, PiP (Picture-in-Picture), full-page screenshots, and offline voice recognition, although it does not support direct OS updates or Wi-Fi password sharing.
Battery:
| battery power |
5260 mAh |
| has wireless charging |
✕ |
| Supports fast charging |
✓ |
| charging speed |
15W |
| has reverse wireless charging |
✕ |
| comes with a charger |
✓ |
| has a removable battery |
✕ |
| has a battery level indicator |
✓ |
| has a rechargeable battery |
✓ |
The device is powered by a substantial 5260 mAh rechargeable battery, providing ample power for extended use. It supports fast charging at 15W, allowing you to quickly recharge the device, though it does not feature wireless charging or reverse wireless charging. A charger is included in the package, and the device includes a battery level indicator, but the battery itself is non-removable.
Audio:
| has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack |
✓ |
| has stereo speakers |
✕ |
| has aptX |
✕ |
| has LDAC |
✕ |
| has aptX HD |
✓ |
| has aptX Adaptive |
✕ |
| has aptX Lossless |
✕ |
| Has a radio |
✓ |
This device comes equipped with a 3.5 mm audio jack for wired audio connections, but it does not feature stereo speakers. It supports aptX HD for high-quality wireless audio, although it lacks other advanced Bluetooth audio technologies like aptX, LDAC, or aptX Adaptive. Additionally, it includes a radio function for on-the-go listening.
Connectivity & Features:
| release date |
October 2025 |
| has 5G support |
✕ |
| Wi-Fi version |
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| SIM cards |
2 SIM |
| Bluetooth version |
5.1 |
| has an external memory slot |
✓ |
| Has USB Type-C |
✓ |
| USB version |
2 |
| has NFC |
✕ |
| download speed |
300 MBits/s |
| upload speed |
100 MBits/s |
| Has a fingerprint scanner |
✓ |
| has emergency SOS via satellite |
✕ |
| has crash detection |
✕ |
| is DLNA-certified |
✕ |
| has a gyroscope |
✕ |
| supports ANT+ |
✕ |
| Has a heart rate monitor |
✕ |
| has GPS |
✓ |
| has a compass |
✕ |
| supports Wi-Fi |
✓ |
| Has an infrared sensor |
✕ |
| has an accelerometer |
✓ |
| has a cellular module |
✓ |
| Has a barometer |
✕ |
| has an HDMI output |
✕ |
| Uses 3D facial recognition |
✕ |
| Has an iris scanner |
✕ |
| Stylus included |
✕ |
| supports Galileo |
✓ |
| Has motion tracking |
✕ |
| Has optical tracking |
✕ |
| Has a built-in projector |
✕ |
This device supports dual SIM cards and comes equipped with a USB Type-C port, enabling fast data transfer with USB 2.0 compatibility. For wireless connectivity, it supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 5.1. While it lacks 5G support and NFC, it does include a fingerprint scanner for added security and GPS for navigation. Additionally, it offers an external memory slot for expandable storage and supports Galileo for enhanced location tracking.
Miscellaneous:
| has a video light |
✓ |
| Has sapphire glass display |
✕ |
| Has a curved display |
✕ |
| Has an e-paper display |
✕ |
This device comes equipped with a video light, allowing you to capture better-lit videos in low-light environments. However, it does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display, focusing more on practical features like the video light.