HONOR X 5c Plus vs TCL 605 4G

Our Verdict: Comparing TCL 605 4G and HONOR X 5c Plus, the choice mostly comes down to simplicity versus camera hardware. The TCL gives you a 6.7-inch IPS LCD display at 262 PPI, a 50MP rear camera, and a 5MP front camera, while the HONOR is more appealing for a 6.7-inch TFT LCD display at 260 PPI, a 50MP rear camera, and a 5MP front camera. Choose the TCL for simplicity; choose the HONOR if camera hardware matters more.

Over a full contract, the 605 4G works out around £170 all-in, about £89 less than the X 5c Plus.

Screen

6.74" 6.7"

Display

TFT LCD IPS LCD, 90Hz

Resolution

720 x 1600 720 x 1600

Pixels Per Inch

260 262

Rear Camera

50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels

Front Camera

5 Megapixels 5 Megapixels

Chipset

Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)

Battery

5,260 mAh 5,010 mAh

Storage

64GB, 128GB 128GB

Android 15 Android 15

SIM Type

Nano SIM 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

Bluetooth

5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.1 with A2DP, LE

Dimensions

167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm

Weight

186 grams 190 grams

Water Resistance

IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant

Contracts

£8.99/mo (£9.00 upfront) £5.04/mo (£49.00 upfront)

SIM-free

£79.00 -

Deals Deals

	HONOR X 5c Plus	TCL 605 4G
Screen	6.74"	6.7"
Display	TFT LCD	IPS LCD, 90Hz
Resolution	720 x 1600	720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch	260	262
Rear Camera	50 Megapixels	50 Megapixels
Front Camera	5 Megapixels	5 Megapixels
Chipset	Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)	Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm)
Battery	5,260 mAh	5,010 mAh
Storage	64GB, 128GB	128GB
OS	Android 15	Android 15
SIM Type	Nano SIM	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
Bluetooth	5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD	5.1 with A2DP, LE
Dimensions	167 x 77 x 7.9 mm	165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm
Weight	186 grams	190 grams
Water Resistance	IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)	IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts	£8.99/mo £9.00 upfront	£5.04/mo £49.00 upfront
SIM-free	£79.00	-
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 605 4G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL 605 4G is cheaper on contract at £169.96 over the life of the deal from £5.04 per month with £49.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 605 4G?

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 TCL 605 4G has a IPS LCD, 90Hz.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 605 4G?

The HONOR X 5c Plus features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 605 4G has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the HONOR X 5c Plus and TCL 605 4G?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the TCL 605 4G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR X 5c Plus and TCL 605 4G use?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm), while the TCL 605 4G uses the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 605 4G?

It's a trade-off: the HONOR X 5c Plus is lighter but the TCL 605 4G is more compact. It's 4g lighter at 186 grams, though the TCL 605 4G is actually the more compact phone at 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm, the HONOR X 5c Plus is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL 605 4G?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the TCL 605 4G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the HONOR X 5c Plus and TCL 605 4G run?

Both phones run Android 15.