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Honor 5c phone review — specs and Genze score

Honor 5c Specifications

Asia model has fingerprint sensor Also known as Huawei Honor 7 Lite, Huawei GT3

Honor

Released 2016, Apr 15

2 GB RAM · Kirin 650 (16 nm)

  • 156g, 8.3mm thickness
  • Android 6.0, up to 7.0, EMUI 4.1
  • 16GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 5.9
Display 4.7
Performance 3.8
Camera 3.9
Body 5.2
Gaming 4.2
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
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Genze total: 4.5/10

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Quick specifications

5.2"

1080x1920 pixels

13MP

1080p

2GB RAM

Kirin 650

3000mAh

Score breakdown

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4.5 /10
Performance 3.8/10
Battery 5.9/10
Display 4.7/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 4.2/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
2.00 GHz BT 4.1 2016

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100 / TD-SCDMA - NEM-UL10
??? HSDPA 900 / 2100 - EU model
4G bands 1, 3, 7, 8, 20 - EU model
??? 1, 3, 38, 39, 40, 41 - NEM-UL10
??? 38, 39, 40 - NEM-TL00H
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2016, April. Released 2016, May
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 147.1 x 73.8 x 8.3 mm (5.79 x 2.91 x 0.33 in)
Weight 156 g (5.50 oz)
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Type IPS LCD
Size 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~68.7% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
OS Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat), EMUI 4.1
Chipset Kirin 650 (16 nm)
CPU Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPU Mali-T830MP2
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal 16GB 2GB RAM
Single 13 MP, f/2.0, AF
Features LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Single 8 MP, f/2.0
Video
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
NFC No
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Type Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Colors Silver, Gray, Gold
Models NEM-UL10, NEM-TL00H, NEM-L21, NMO-L31, NMO-L22, NMO-L23, NMO-L01, NEM-L22, NEM-L51, NEM-AL10, NEM-TL00
SAR 1.26 W/kg (head) 0.43 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 1.56 W/kg (head) 1.24 W/kg (body)
Price About 170 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 1221
Basemark X: 7735
Display Contrast ratio: 733 (nominal), 2.506 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 71dB / Ring 74dB
Audio quality Noise -90.4dB / Crosstalk -87.9dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 75h

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Honor 5c

Frequently asked questions

Is Honor 5c worth buying in 2026?

Honor 5c is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

What is the battery capacity of Honor 5c?

Honor 5c has a 3,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Honor 5c have?

Honor 5c features a 5.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Honor 5c have?

Honor 5c is available with 2 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Honor 5c?

Genze rates Honor 5c 4.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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