HONOR X 5c Plus vs Motorola Edge 70 Fusion

Our Verdict: Edge 70 Fusion also has the sharper display at about 450 PPI to 260, with another advantage: Edge 70 Fusion offers more storage headroom, up to 256GB against 128GB. HONOR X 5c Plus counters mainly on cost. The lowest live total currently favours HONOR X 5c Plus at roughly £77, about £292 less than Edge 70 Fusion. Pay more for Edge 70 Fusion only if its hardware advantages matter to you; otherwise HONOR X 5c Plus is the more cost-conscious choice.

The X 5c Plus is the cheaper one to own: around £255 over a typical contract, £148 less than the Edge 5G 70 Fusion.

Screen
6.74" 6.78"
Display
TFT LCD AMOLED
Resolution
720 x 1600 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch
260 450
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery
5,260 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage
64GB, 128GB 256GB
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 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm
Weight
186 grams 177 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) £12.99/mo (£69.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£77.00 £369.00

Prices updated 26 July 2026

HONOR X 5c Plus HONOR X 5c Plus Motorola Edge 70 Fusion Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
Screen 6.74" 6.78"
Display TFT LCD AMOLED
Resolution 720 x 1600 1272 x 2772
Pixels Per Inch 260 450
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm)
Battery 5,260 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage 64GB, 128GB 256GB
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 6.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm
Weight 186 grams 177 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
£12.99/mo
£69.00 upfront
SIM-free £77.00 £369.00
Prices updated 26 July 2026
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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 Fusion
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion

24 Months

256GB

Silhouette

25GB

Data

£12.99 per month, £69 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Edge 70 Fusion 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 Fusion?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has the sharper display at 450 pixels per inch versus 260, and the HONOR X 5c Plus uses a TFT LCD panel while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion has a AMOLED.

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

The HONOR X 5c Plus features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion 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 Fusion?

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 Fusion?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion comes in 256GB.

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

The HONOR X 5c Plus is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm), while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion uses the Qualcomm SM7635 Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 (4 nm).

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

The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is the more portable of the two: it's 9g lighter at 177 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 162.8 x 75.6 x 7.2 mm, and is slimmer at 7.2mm thick.

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

The HONOR X 5c Plus is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion 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 Fusion run?

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