HONOR X 5c Plus vs Motorola Edge 70

Our Verdict: Motorola Edge 70 has the clearer hardware edge over HONOR X 5c Plus, especially a sharper 444 PPI display, the stronger 50MP front camera, and the lighter 159g body. HONOR X 5c Plus starts lower SIM-free at £77, roughly £422 below Motorola Edge 70; HONOR X 5c Plus also has the lower contract total in the current deals; Motorola Edge 70 is also easier to find across current contract listings. Choose Motorola Edge 70 if you care most about a sharper 444 PPI display and the stronger 50MP front camera; choose HONOR X 5c Plus if the lower cost is the priority.

Over a full contract, the X 5c Plus works out around £255 all-in, about £306 less than the Edge 5G 70.

Screen
6.74" 6.7"
Display
TFT LCD P-OLED
Resolution
720 x 1600 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch
260 444
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery
5,260 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage
64GB, 128GB 512GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight
186 grams 159 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£8.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £14.99/mo (£179.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£77.00 £499.00

Prices updated 25 July 2026

HONOR X 5c Plus HONOR X 5c Plus Motorola Edge 70 Motorola Edge 70
Screen 6.74" 6.7"
Display TFT LCD P-OLED
Resolution 720 x 1600 1220 x 2712
Pixels Per Inch 260 444
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm)
Battery 5,260 mAh 4,800 mAh
Storage 64GB, 128GB 512GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm
Weight 186 grams 159 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £8.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£14.99/mo
£179.00 upfront
SIM-free £77.00 £499.00
Prices updated 25 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR X 5c Plus
HONOR X 5c Plus

24 Months

64GB

Midnight Black

10GB

Data

£8.99 per month, £9 upfront.

Use code: CASH2 (£2)

Motorola Edge 70
Motorola Edge 70

24 Months

512GB

Gadget Grey

200GB

Data

£14.99 per month, £179 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Edge 70 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper on contract at £255.16 over the life of the deal from £8.99 per month with £9.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Motorola Edge 70 has the sharper display at 444 pixels per inch versus 260, and the HONOR X 5c Plus uses a TFT LCD panel while the Motorola Edge 70 has a P-OLED.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

The HONOR X 5c Plus features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £77.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR X 5c Plus and Motorola Edge 70?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 comes in 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR X 5c Plus and Motorola Edge 70 use?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 uses the Qualcomm SM7750-AB Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

The Motorola Edge 70 is the more portable of the two: it's 27g lighter at 159 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 159.9 x 74 x 6 mm, and is slimmer at 6mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Edge 70?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Motorola Edge 70 is rated IP68/IP69 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the HONOR X 5c Plus and Motorola Edge 70 run?

The HONOR X 5c Plus runs Android 15 and the Motorola Edge 70 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.