Honor X5b
$87Starting price · USBudget2024
4.2
Overall Score
vs peers
Average of camera, performance, battery, display, build, and value — see the full breakdown below.
6.56"
Display
13MP
Camera
5,200
mAh
4GB
Max RAM
10W
Charging
194g
Weight
Why This Phone
BudgetThe Honor X5b is a quintessential entry-level budget device. Its score is heavily buoyed by its sub-100 USD price point, which makes it a functional choice for basic communication and media consumption. Performance is limited by the aging 12nm Helio G36 chipset, and the display resolution is low for 2024 standards. The battery capacity is a highlight, though the 10W charging speed is significantly behind modern expectations. Popularity is estimated as moderate for its segment, as Honor maintains strong brand presence in budget-conscious markets.
Hardware Quality by Category
The hero score above is the average of these six components.
Camera3.5
Performance3.0
Battery6.5
Display4.0
Build4.5
Value8.5
Strengths
Very affordable price point
Large 5200 mAh battery capacity
Includes 3.5mm headphone jack
Modern Android 14 software out of the box
90Hz refresh rate display
Weaknesses
Extremely slow 10W wired charging
Low resolution 720p display panel
Entry-level Helio G36 chipset limits multitasking
Lack of NFC for contactless payments
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