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Honor X5c Plus Upgrade deals
Find the best Upgrade deal on the Honor X5c Plus from 4 options.
Spec scores
Under £200 Phones · 114 phones
Display
1.6
/5
Rear Camera
1.7
/5
Front Camera
1.5
/5
Battery
3
/5
Deals
Contract from £13.00 / month
Upgrade from £13.00 / month
SIM Free from £79.00
Color
All
Black
Storage
All
64GB
Budget-conscious buyers, students, or anyone who needs a reliable everyday phone for calls, messaging, and social media without spending more than 80 pounds.
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Honor X5c Plus Upgrade (4 deals)
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X5c Plus 64GB (Black)
Vodafone
Upgrade
Data
100GBLength
24Minutes
UnlimitedTexts
Unlimited£13.00 / month
£0.00 upfront
Avg monthly cost: £13.00
Total cost: £312.00
Go To Deal
Sold by Metrofone
Cost breakdown
Cashback:
£0.00
Contract Length:
24 months
First Year Cost:
£156.00
Monthly Average Cost:
£312.00 ÷ 24 = £13.00
Monthly Cost:
£13.00 x 24 = £312.00
Total Cost:
£312.00
X5c Plus 64GB (Black)
Vodafone
Upgrade
Data
100GBLength
24Minutes
UnlimitedTexts
Unlimited£13.00 / month
£0.00 upfront
Avg monthly cost: £13.00
Total cost: £312.00
Go To Deal
Sold by Fonehouse
Cost breakdown
Cashback:
£0.00
Contract Length:
24 months
First Year Cost:
£156.00
Monthly Average Cost:
£312.00 ÷ 24 = £13.00
Monthly Cost:
£13.00 x 24 = £312.00
Total Cost:
£312.00
X5c Plus 64GB (Black)
Vodafone
Upgrade
Data
200GBLength
24Minutes
UnlimitedTexts
Unlimited£14.00 / month
£0.00 upfront
Avg monthly cost: £14.00
Total cost: £336.00
Go To Deal
Sold by Metrofone
Cost breakdown
Cashback:
£0.00
Contract Length:
24 months
First Year Cost:
£168.00
Monthly Average Cost:
£336.00 ÷ 24 = £14.00
Monthly Cost:
£14.00 x 24 = £336.00
Total Cost:
£336.00
X5c Plus 64GB (Black)
Vodafone
Upgrade
Data
200GBLength
24Minutes
UnlimitedTexts
Unlimited£14.00 / month
£0.00 upfront
Avg monthly cost: £14.00
Total cost: £336.00
Go To Deal
Sold by Fonehouse
Cost breakdown
Cashback:
£0.00
Contract Length:
24 months
First Year Cost:
£168.00
Monthly Average Cost:
£336.00 ÷ 24 = £14.00
Monthly Cost:
£14.00 x 24 = £336.00
Total Cost:
£336.00
Honor X5c Plus Deals - May 2026
Compare 36 contract deals, 4 upgrade deals and 3 SIM-free offers for the Honor X5c Plus from UK retailers.
The best Honor X5c Plus contract deal starts from £13.00/month with Metrofone.
Over 24 months, the cheapest contract totals £312.00. Buying SIM-free at £79.00 plus a comparable SIM-only deal (~£8.00/mo for 15GB) totals £271.00 — making the SIM-free route £41.00 cheaper overall.
Buy the Honor X5c Plus SIM-free from £79.00 at Metrofone.
About the Honor X5c Plus
The Honor X5c Plus exists to answer a simple question: how good can a phone be at around 50 to 80 pounds? The answer is surprisingly decent. You get a large 6.74-inch display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a 50MP main camera that handles daylight shots and social media sharing without complaint, and a 5,260mAh battery that comfortably stretches to two days for light users. The MediaTek Helio G81 processor handles messaging, browsing, and streaming without issue, though it will struggle with demanding games. Storage tops out at 256GB with 6GB of RAM, which is generous for this price bracket. It runs Android 15 with MagicOS 9 out of the box, and IP54 splash resistance means it can survive a rain shower. The main compromises are the HD+ resolution display, 4G-only connectivity with no 5G, and 15W charging that takes a while to fill the battery. For students, children, or anyone who needs a reliable second phone without spending much, the X5c Plus delivers genuine everyday value that belies its budget positioning.
Available Networks
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Price History
Tracking the best prices since 27 Apr 2026.
Contract (New)
Lowest price in 30 days (£103.99)
Honor X5c Plus vs Honor X5c — Key Differences
| Feature | Honor X5c Plus | Honor X5c |
|---|---|---|
| Main Camera | 50MP (f/1.8) | 13MP (f/2.2) |
| Base Storage | 128GB (Up to 256GB) | 64GB (Up to 128GB) |
| Display | 6.74″ HD+ LCD, 90Hz | 6.74″ HD+ LCD, 90Hz |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 | MediaTek Helio G81 |
| Battery | 5,260mAh with 15W charging | 5,260mAh with 15W charging |
| SIM-free price | From £79.00 | Not available |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Honor X5c Plus worth buying?
Yes, if your budget is under 100 pounds and your needs are straightforward. The X5c Plus handles calls, messaging, social media, streaming, and casual photography well. It is not suitable for heavy gaming or professional photography, but for everyday essentials it punches above its price with solid battery life and a large display.
Does the Honor X5c Plus support 5G?
No. The X5c Plus is a 4G LTE device only. If 5G connectivity is important to you, you would need to look at the Honor 400 Smart 5G or similar mid-range options. For most budget users, 4G remains perfectly adequate for streaming, browsing, and social media.
How good is the Honor X5c Plus camera?
The 50MP rear camera produces clear, well-exposed photos in good lighting and is perfectly fine for social media sharing and video calls. Low-light performance is limited, as expected at this price. The 5MP front camera handles selfies and video calls adequately. It will not compete with mid-range or flagship cameras, but meets the needs of casual users.
How long does the Honor X5c Plus battery last?
The 5,260mAh battery easily lasts a full day with moderate use and can stretch to two days for light users. The trade-off is 15W charging, which means a full charge takes noticeably longer than phones with faster charging. Overnight charging is the most practical approach.
Is the Honor X5c Plus water resistant?
The X5c Plus has an IP54 rating, which means it is protected against dust ingress and water splashes from any direction. It can handle rain or accidental splashes but should not be submerged in water or taken near a pool.
Can the Honor X5c Plus run popular apps and games?
It handles everyday apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and web browsers smoothly. Casual games run fine, but graphically demanding titles like Genshin Impact will struggle. The Helio G81 processor and up to 6GB of RAM are tuned for reliability rather than raw power.
Honor X5c Plus Specifications
Spec Scores
Under £200 Phones · 114 phones
- 6.74 inches
- 720 x 1600 pixels
- TFT, 90Hz
This phone
31%
Avg
41%
Best
85%
This phone
31%
Avg
60%
Best
100%
Based on panel type (LTPO is the modern flagship gold standard), resolution, refresh rate, peak brightness, screen size, and HDR10+ / Dolby Vision support. Marketing peak-brightness claims are capped at 3500 nits to prevent inflation.
- Single camera setup
- 50 MP main camera
- 1080p video recording
This phone
34%
Avg
26%
Best
49%
This phone
34%
Avg
39%
Best
90%
Based on main-sensor size (1-inch / 1/1.3" beats 1/2.0"), telephoto reach (periscope > 5x > 3x optical), image processing tier (Apple Pro, Pixel Pro, Galaxy Ultra, Honor Magic Pro, Xiaomi Ultra), pro video features (ProRes, Apple Log, Dolby Vision), camera-partnership branding (Leica, Hasselblad, Zeiss) and OIS. Older flagships are de-rated since image processing pipelines have advanced significantly each generation. Megapixel count is deliberately downweighted — it correlates poorly with real-world camera quality.
- 5 MP front camera
- 1080p selfie video
This phone
29%
Avg
37%
Best
92%
This phone
29%
Avg
55%
Best
92%
Based on selfie megapixels and max selfie-video resolution.
- 5,260 mAh
- 15W wired
This phone
59%
Avg
49%
Best
79%
This phone
59%
Avg
52%
Best
100%
Based on battery capacity (mAh) adjusted for platform efficiency calibrated against NotebookCheck, Tom's Guide, GSMArena and CNET reviewer tests. Apple A-series gets +45% (iOS process freezing + LTPO 1Hz + tuned panels make iPhone Pro Max outlast many 6500+ mAh Android phones in measured tests). Top Snapdragon / Dimensity flagships get +15%, budget chipsets are penalised −15% to −25% to reflect less efficient displays and looser background limits. Charging speed is excluded — see the separate Fast charging tag for that.
General
Dimensions
167 x 77 x 7.9
Weight
186 g
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Operating System
Android 15, MagicOS 9
Colours
Radio
FM radio
Body
Ocean Cyan, Meteor Silver, and Midnight Black
Camera
Primary Camera Megapixels
50
Primary Camera
50 , f/1.8, (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lens
Primary Camera Video
1080@30fs
Primary Selfie Camera
5 , f/2.2, (wide)
Video Resolution
1080
Selfie Video Resolution
1080@30fs
Display
Type
TFT LCD, 90Hz
Display Size
6.74
Display Resolution
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~260 ppi density)
CPU & Memory
Chipset
Helio G81
GPU
Mali-G52 MC2
CPU
Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.7 GHz Cortex-A55)
Memory Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal Storage
Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Connectivity & Data
2G
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G
LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
Network Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth
5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
NFC
No
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
Battery
Battery
5260
Charging
15W wired
Other
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity