Honor has officially introduced two new budget-friendly smartphones — the Honor X5c and Honor X5c Plus — in South Africa. Designed for users seeking reliability, long battery life, and smooth display performance at an affordable price, both models share many similarities, differing mainly in camera configurations, storage options, and color variants. These devices cater to those who value essential smartphone features without stretching their budget.
Both smartphones feature a 6.74-inch TFT LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, ensuring smoother visuals during scrolling, gaming, or video playback. The screen resolution of 720 × 1600 pixels delivers clear and vibrant visuals, while Eye Comfort and Dynamic Dimming modes help reduce eye strain during prolonged usage.
In terms of aesthetics, the Honor X5c is available in Tidal Blue and Midnight Black, while the X5c Plus comes in Ocean Cyan and Midnight Black. The design language remains sleek and simple, suitable for users who appreciate elegance with a touch of modernity.
Under the hood, both phones are powered by the MediaTek Helio G81 processor, featuring an octa-core CPU (2x Cortex-A75 at 2GHz + 6x Cortex-A55 at 1.7GHz) and an ARM Mali-G52 MC2 GPU clocked at 820MHz. This combination offers a balance between performance and power efficiency, suitable for everyday tasks, social media, and light gaming.
Both devices offer up to 4GB of RAM, with an additional 4GB of virtual RAM, and up to 128GB of internal storage. The expandable memory ensures users have enough room for apps, photos, and videos.
The camera department is where the two phones differ most notably.
Honor X5c: Features a 13MP main camera paired with a 0.08MP QVGA sensor, delivering decent shots for its price range.
Honor X5c Plus: Steps up with a 50MP primary camera, offering sharper and more detailed images.
Both smartphones include a 5MP front camera for selfies and video calls, providing clear images in well-lit environments.
A major highlight of both phones is their 5,260mAh battery, designed to last through a full day of use, even for power users. The battery supports 15W fast charging, enabling quick top-ups when needed. Combined with the energy-efficient Helio G81 chipset, the battery performance is well-optimized for long-term endurance.
Both phones come with a strong set of connectivity options, including dual SIM support, Bluetooth 5.1, and 5GHz Wi-Fi, ensuring reliable wireless performance and faster network connectivity.
In South Africa, the Honor X5c is priced at SAR 299, available in Tidal Blue and Midnight Black, with a single 4GB + 64GB configuration. Globally, it also comes in Ocean Cyan and Meteor Silver, and offers a 4GB + 128GB version.
The Honor X5c Plus is priced at SAR 329 and is available in Ocean Cyan and Midnight Black, with 4GB RAM + 128GB storage.
These competitive prices make both phones attractive options in the entry-level segment, especially for users seeking a smooth display and long battery life without breaking the bank.
With the Honor X5c and X5c Plus, the brand continues its legacy of delivering value-packed smartphones for everyday users. Offering a 90Hz display, big batteries, and sleek design at budget prices, these devices strike a fine balance between performance and affordability — making them excellent choices for students, casual users, and anyone looking for dependable smartphones on a budget.
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