Highlights
- Honor X5d and Honor X5d Plus have been introduced in Malaysia.
- the Honor X5d is priced at MYR 369 for 4GB+64GB, while the X5d Plus costs MYR 459 for 4GB+128GB.
- Availability in other regions is yet to be announced.
Honor has introduced two new smartphones named the Honor X5d and Honor X5d Plus. However, what we have to point out about the launch is that both these devices are not entirely new.
According to reports, the latest models are essentially rebranded versions of the Honor X5c and Honor X5c Plus. The phones with X5c series moniker were originally launched in 2025. Honor has decided to keep the hardware and design unchanged but the only difference is that the new X5d lineup adds a fresh Tidal Blue colour option to set them apart. Here’s more on the newly launched Honor smartphones.
Honor X5d and Honor X5d Plus – Price and Availability
The Honor X5d and Honor X5d Plus are available in Tidal Blue and Midnight Black colour options.
The smartphones are currently listed in Malaysia and the Honor X5d is priced at MYR 369 (approximately $93) for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage variant. The Honor X5d Plus, on the other hand, is priced at MYR 459 (around $115) for the 4GB RAM + 128GB model.
As of now, there is no update on availability in other regions.
Honor X5d and Honor X5d Plus – Key Features
Both the Honor X5d and X5d Plus feature a 6.74-inch IPS LCD display with HD+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. The phones include a waterdrop notch that houses a 5MP front-facing camera.
Speaking of camera, the Honor X5d Plus features a 50MP primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture, whereas the standard Honor X5d is equipped with a 13MP main camera with an f/2.2 aperture. Both smartphones also include an auxiliary QVGA 0.08MP sensor.
Under the hood, the two smartphones are powered by MediaTek’s Helio G81 chipset paired with 4GB of RAM. The standard Honor X5d comes with 64GB of internal storage, while the Honor X5d Plus offers 128GB of storage.
On the software side, both devices run MagicOS 9.0 based on Android 15 providing a modern software experience. For security, both devices are equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
The devices are backed by a 5,260mAh battery with support for 15W wired charging. Both devices also come with IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.
FAQs
Q1. Are the Honor X5d and X5d Plus brand-new smartphones?
Answer. No, they are essentially rebranded versions of the Honor X5c series launched in 2025, with the main change being a new Tidal Blue colour option.
Q2. What are the prices of the Honor X5d and X5d Plus?
Answer. In Malaysia, the Honor X5d is priced at MYR 369 (~$93) for 4GB+64GB, while the Honor X5d Plus costs MYR 459 (~$115) for 4GB+128GB.
Q3. What display features do new Honor X5d series smartphones offer?
Answer. Both models feature a 6.74-inch IPS LCD HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate and a waterdrop notch housing a 5MP front camera.
Q4. How do the cameras differ between the two models of Honor X5d series?
Answer. The Honor X5d Plus has a 50MP primary camera, while the standard Honor X5d comes with a 13MP main camera. Both include a QVGA 0.08MP sensor.
Q5. What are the battery and durability highlights of Honor X5d series phones?
Answer. Both smartphones pack a 5,260mAh battery with 15W wired charging and come with an IP54 rating for dust and splash resistance.