HONOR X 5c Plus vs TCL 4042 S

Our Verdict: The clearest split between HONOR X 5c Plus and TCL 4042 S is display quality against portability. For the HONOR, that means a larger 6.7-inch screen, a sharper 260 PPI display, and a larger 5,260 mAh battery. The TCL is easier to recommend for a lighter 111g body. A bigger mAh figure is useful context, but real battery life still depends on software and chipset efficiency. Go with the HONOR for display quality; lean toward the TCL if portability is higher on your list.

Over a full contract, the 4042 S works out around £189 all-in, about £70 less than the X 5c Plus.

Screen

6.74" 2.8"

Display

TFT LCD QVGA

Resolution

720 x 1600 240 x 320

Pixels Per Inch

260 143

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels N/A

Front Camera

5 Megapixels N/A

Chipset

Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) UMS9117-L (T107)

Battery

5,260 mAh 1,500 mAh

Storage

64GB, 128GB

Android 15 Mocor (RTOS)

SIM Type

Nano SIM Nano SIM

Connectivity

Up to 4G Up to 4G

Wi-Fi

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac -

Bluetooth

5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.0

Dimensions

167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm

Weight

186 grams 111 grams

Water Resistance

IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) Not rated

Contracts

£8.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £7.50/mo (£0.00 upfront)

SIM-free

£79.00 -

Deals Deals

	HONOR X 5c Plus	TCL 4042 S
Screen	6.74"	2.8"
Display	TFT LCD	QVGA
Resolution	720 x 1600	240 x 320
Pixels Per Inch	260	143
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	N/A
Front Camera	5 Megapixels	N/A
Chipset	Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)	UMS9117-L (T107)
Battery	5,260 mAh	1,500 mAh
Storage	64GB, 128GB
OS	Android 15	Mocor (RTOS)
SIM Type	Nano SIM	Nano SIM
Connectivity	Up to 4G	Up to 4G
Wi-Fi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac	-
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.0
Dimensions	167 x 77 x 7.9 mm	137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm
Weight	186 grams	111 grams
Water Resistance	IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)	Not rated
Contracts	£8.99/mo £9.00 upfront	£7.50/mo £0.00 upfront
SIM-free	£79.00	-
	Deals	Deals

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 4042 S cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL 4042 S is cheaper on contract at £189.08 over the life of the deal from £7.50 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 4042 S?

The HONOR X 5c Plus has the bigger screen at 6.7" compared to the TCL 4042 S's 2.8", the HONOR X 5c Plus has the sharper display at 260 pixels per inch versus 143, and the HONOR X 5c Plus uses a TFT LCD panel while the TCL 4042 S has a QVGA.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 4042 S?

The HONOR X 5c Plus features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 4042 S has a N/A rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What processors do the HONOR X 5c Plus and TCL 4042 S use?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm), while the TCL 4042 S uses the UMS9117-L (T107).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 4042 S?

The TCL 4042 S is the more portable of the two: it's 75g lighter at 111 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 137.48 x 57.5 x 13.65 mm, the HONOR X 5c Plus is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 4042 S?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the TCL 4042 S is rated Not rated.

What operating system do the HONOR X 5c Plus and TCL 4042 S run?

The HONOR X 5c Plus runs Android 15 and the TCL 4042 S runs Mocor (RTOS). This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.