HONOR X 5c Plus vs TCL K70 4G

Our Verdict: For buyers comparing specs first, HONOR X 5c Plus has the edge over TCL K70 4G: HONOR X 5c Plus has the sharper display at 260 PPI versus 254; HONOR X 5c Plus lists the larger battery at 5,260 mAh versus 5,200 mAh; HONOR X 5c Plus is lighter at 186 grams versus 198 grams. The argument for TCL K70 4G is more focused: TCL K70 4G gives you the larger screen at 6.8" versus 6.74"; TCL K70 4G has the higher-resolution selfie camera at 8 Megapixels versus 5 Megapixels. Go for HONOR X 5c Plus if those upgrades matter; keep TCL K70 4G on the shortlist if price is the deciding factor.

The K70 4G is the cheaper one to own: around £227 over a typical contract, £75 less than the X 5c Plus.

Screen
6.74" 6.8"
Display
TFT LCD IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1600 720 x 1570
Pixels Per Inch
260 254
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 5G Chipset
Battery
5,260 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage
64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS
Android 15 Android 16
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 5.0
Dimensions
167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 168 x 79 x 8.26 mm
Weight
186 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts
£13.00/mo (£0.00 upfront) £9.00/mo (£0.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£79.00 £154.99

Prices updated 11 August 2026

HONOR X 5c Plus HONOR X 5c Plus TCL K70 4G TCL K70 4G
Screen 6.74" 6.8"
Display TFT LCD IPS LCD
Resolution 720 x 1600 720 x 1570
Pixels Per Inch 260 254
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm) Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 5G Chipset
Battery 5,260 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 16
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 5.0
Dimensions 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm 168 x 79 x 8.26 mm
Weight 186 grams 198 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes)
Contracts £13.00/mo
£0.00 upfront
£9.00/mo
£0.00 upfront
SIM-free £79.00 £154.99
Prices updated 11 August 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR X 5c Plus
HONOR X 5c Plus

24 Months

64GB

Midnight Black

100GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£13 per month, with FREE phone.

Comes with £60 Auto Cashback.

TCL K70 4G
TCL K70 4G

24 Months

128GB

Black

0.5GB

Data

Unlimited

Unlimited

£9 per month, with FREE phone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL K70 4G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL K70 4G is cheaper on contract at £226.92 over the life of the deal from £9.00 per month with £0.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL K70 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 K70 4G has a IPS LCD.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL K70 4G?

The HONOR X 5c Plus features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL K70 4G 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 TCL K70 4G?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £79.00.

What storage options are available for the HONOR X 5c Plus and TCL K70 4G?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the TCL K70 4G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR X 5c Plus and TCL K70 4G use?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 (12 nm), while the TCL K70 4G uses the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 5G Chipset.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL K70 4G?

The HONOR X 5c Plus is the more portable of the two: it's 12g lighter at 186 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 167 x 77 x 7.9 mm, and is slimmer at 7.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR X 5c Plus or TCL K70 4G?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes).

What operating system do the HONOR X 5c Plus and TCL K70 4G run?

The HONOR X 5c Plus runs Android 15 and the TCL K70 4G runs Android 16. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.