Honor 5X
$100
Overview
Honor 5X is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 616 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $100, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Honor 5X
The display of Honor 5X measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 600 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Honor 5X features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Honor 5X has 3000mAh capacity with 33 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Honor 5X is powered by the Snapdragon 616 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno GPU. Geekbench scores reach 650 single-core and 2700 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 456552.
The memory of Honor 5X offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.2.
The connectivity of Honor 5X includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.1.
The build of Honor 5X weighs 203g with Aluminum frame and Aluminum back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP54. Dimensions measure 151.3 x 76.3 x 8.2 mm.
The software of Honor 5X runs Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4 with EMUI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Honor 5X
Honor 5X has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Honor 5X with Snapdragon 616 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Honor 5X receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Honor 5X has IP54 protection against dust and water.
Honor 5X has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Honor 5X at $100 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Honor 5X supports 33 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Honor 5X is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Honor 5X has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 90Hz refresh rate and 600 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Honor 5X delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 616
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Hybrid Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $250 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 151.3 x 76.3 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight (g) | 203 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Aluminum |
| Colors | ["White", "Black", "Gold"] |
| IP Rating | IP54 |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 180:403 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 83 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 600 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4 |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 616 |
| CPU | 2x2.2 GHz Cortex A76 + 6x2.0 GHz Cortex A55 |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 650 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2700 |
| AnTuTu Score | 456552 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.2 |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06" |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung ISOCELL |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 0.9 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, aptX |
| DAC/Amp |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 33 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5V/2A |
| Battery Health Features | 800 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), EMUI 4 |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | EMUI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, Charger, USB Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, User Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!