HONOR X 6c vs TCL 60R 5G

Our Verdict: Set beside TCL 60R 5G, HONOR X 6c has more of the key numbers in its favour: HONOR X 6c has the sharper display at 266 PPI versus 262; battery capacity is higher on HONOR X 6c, 5,300 mAh against 5,200 mAh; HONOR X 6c reaches the higher storage ceiling, 256GB versus 128GB. The argument for TCL 60R 5G is more focused: TCL 60R 5G gives you the larger screen at 6.7" versus 6.61"; selfie resolution is stronger on TCL 60R 5G, 8MP against 5MP. For most buyers, HONOR X 6c is the one to start with; TCL 60R 5G needs a personal preference to swing it back.

The 60R 5G is the cheaper one to own: around £240 over a typical contract, £17 less than the X 6c.

Screen
6.61" 6.7"
Display
TFT LCD IPS LCD, 120Hz
Resolution
720 x 1604 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch
266 262
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Battery
5,300 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage
256GB 128GB
OS
Android 15 Android 15
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-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 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions
164 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm
Weight
199 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance
IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts
£8.99/mo (£19.00 upfront) £8.79/mo (£29.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£89.00 -

Prices updated 21 July 2026

HONOR X 6c HONOR X 6c TCL 60R 5G TCL 60R 5G
Screen 6.61" 6.7"
Display TFT LCD IPS LCD, 120Hz
Resolution 720 x 1604 720 x 1600
Pixels Per Inch 266 262
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm) MediaTek Dimensity 6300
Battery 5,300 mAh 5,200 mAh
Storage 256GB 128GB
OS Android 15 Android 15
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-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 with A2DP, LE 5.4, A2DP, LE
Dimensions 164 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm 165.6 x 76.2 x 8.2 mm
Weight 199 grams 190 grams
Water Resistance IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) IP54, dust and splash resistant
Contracts £8.99/mo
£19.00 upfront
£8.79/mo
£29.00 upfront
SIM-free £89.00 -
Prices updated 21 July 2026
Deals Deals

Cheapest Deals

HONOR X 6c
HONOR X 6c

24 Months

256GB

Ocean Cyan

25GB

Data

£8.99 per month, £19 upfront.

Use code: SUMMER10 (£10)

TCL 60R 5G
TCL 60R 5G

24 Months

128GB

Space Grey

1GB

Data

£8.79 per month, £29 upfront.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the HONOR X 6c or TCL 60R 5G cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the TCL 60R 5G is cheaper on contract at £239.96 over the life of the deal from £8.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the HONOR X 6c or TCL 60R 5G?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6.6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 266 pixels per inch, and the HONOR X 6c uses a TFT LCD panel while the TCL 60R 5G has a IPS LCD, 120Hz.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR X 6c or TCL 60R 5G?

The HONOR X 6c features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the TCL 60R 5G 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 6c and TCL 60R 5G?

The HONOR X 6c is available in 256GB, while the TCL 60R 5G comes in 128GB.

What processors do the HONOR X 6c and TCL 60R 5G use?

The HONOR X 6c is powered by the Mediatek Helio G81 Ultra (12 nm), while the TCL 60R 5G uses the MediaTek Dimensity 6300.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR X 6c or TCL 60R 5G?

It's a trade-off: the TCL 60R 5G is lighter but the HONOR X 6c is more compact. It's 9g lighter at 190 grams, though the HONOR X 6c is actually the more compact phone at 164 x 75.6 x 8.4 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR X 6c or TCL 60R 5G?

The HONOR X 6c is rated IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes), while the TCL 60R 5G is rated IP54, dust and splash resistant.

What operating system do the HONOR X 6c and TCL 60R 5G run?

Both phones run Android 15.