HONOR X 5c Plus vs Motorola Moto E 15

Our verdict: If the camera matters most, the HONOR X 5c Plus has the edge at 50MP. For video calls and selfies, the Motorola Moto E 15 offers a 8MP front camera. Water protection goes to the HONOR X 5c Plus with its superior IP64 rating. Buying outright? The Motorola Moto E 15 is more affordable at £70.00 SIM-free.

Screen
6.74" 6.67"
Display
TFT LCD IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1600 720 x 1604
Pixels Per Inch
260 264
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
Storage
64GB, 128GB 64GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth
5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions
167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 165.7 x 76 x 8.2 mm
Weight
186 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
£8.99/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£77.00 £70.00
HONOR X 5c Plus HONOR X 5c Plus Motorola Moto E 15 Motorola Moto E 15
Screen 6.74" 6.67"
Display TFT LCD IPS LCD
Resolution 720 x 1600 720 x 1604
Pixels Per Inch 260 264
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 32 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm)
Storage 64GB, 128GB 64GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.0 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 165.7 x 76 x 8.2 mm
Weight 186 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts £8.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free £77.00 £70.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Moto E 15?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", both screens are similarly sharp at around 260 pixels per inch, and the HONOR X 5c Plus uses a TFT LCD panel while the Motorola Moto E 15 has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Moto E 15?

The HONOR X 5c Plus features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto E 15 has a 32 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 Moto E 15?

The Motorola Moto E 15 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £70.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR X 5c Plus and Motorola Moto E 15?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Motorola Moto E 15 comes in 64GB.

What processors do the HONOR X 5c Plus and Motorola Moto E 15 use?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm), while the Motorola Moto E 15 uses the Mediatek Helio G36 (12 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Moto E 15?

The Motorola Moto E 15 is the more portable of the two — they weigh about the same (186 grams vs 188 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 165.7 x 76 x 8.2 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Moto E 15?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Motorola Moto E 15 is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the HONOR X 5c Plus and Motorola Moto E 15 run?

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