HONOR X 5c Plus vs Motorola Moto G35

Our verdict: When it comes to contract value, the HONOR X 5c Plus wins — it's £191.48 less than the Motorola Moto G35 overall. If you care about a crisp screen, the Motorola Moto G35 wins at 392 PPI. Selfie fans take note: the Motorola Moto G35 has a 16MP front camera. Spill a drink? The HONOR X 5c Plus can handle it with IP64 protection — the Motorola Moto G35 can't say the same.

Screen
6.74" 6.72"
Display
TFT LCD IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1600 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
260 392
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Unisoc T760 (6 nm)
Storage
64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS
Android 15 Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm
Weight
186 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP - Water-repellent coating
Contracts
£8.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £36.42/mo (£1.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£77.00 £150.00
HONOR X 5c Plus HONOR X 5c Plus Motorola Moto G35 Motorola Moto G35
Screen 6.74" 6.72"
Display TFT LCD IPS LCD
Resolution 720 x 1600 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 260 392
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 16 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Unisoc T760 (6 nm)
Storage 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.0, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm
Weight 186 grams 188 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP - Water-repellent coating
Contracts £8.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
£36.42/mo
£1.00 upfront
SIM-free £77.00 £150.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Moto G35 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper on contract at £251.56 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 Moto G35?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.7", the Motorola Moto G35 has the sharper display at 392 pixels per inch versus 260, and the HONOR X 5c Plus uses a TFT LCD panel while the Motorola Moto G35 has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Moto G35?

The HONOR X 5c Plus features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Motorola Moto G35 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 Moto G35?

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 Moto G35?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Motorola Moto G35 comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR X 5c Plus and Motorola Moto G35 use?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm), while the Motorola Moto G35 uses the Unisoc T760 (6 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Moto G35?

The Motorola Moto G35 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 166.3 x 76 x 7.8 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR X 5c Plus or Motorola Moto G35?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the Motorola Moto G35 is rated IP - Water-repellent coating.

What operating system do the HONOR X 5c Plus and Motorola Moto G35 run?

The HONOR X 5c Plus runs Android 15 and the Motorola Moto G35 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.