Honor X5B.

Honor X5b, now available in Kenya, offers a compelling package of features aimed at delivering a balanced smartphone experience at an affordable price point. One of its standout aspects is the display. The device sports a 6.56-inch TFT LCD screen with a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels. Its 90Hz refresh rate provides smooth scrolling and enhanced visual fluidity, especially beneficial during gaming and video playback. With a peak brightness of 530 nits, the screen remains visible even under bright outdoor conditions, ensuring usability in various lighting environments.

In terms of performance, the Honor X5b is powered by the MediaTek Helio G36 chipset, which is built on a 12 nm process. It features an octa-core CPU comprising four Cortex-A53 cores running at 2.2 GHz and four Cortex-A53 cores at 1.6 GHz. This configuration is well-suited for everyday smartphone tasks such as web browsing, social media, and moderate multitasking. The device runs on Android 14, complemented by Honor’s custom Magic OS 8, which brings a clean user interface and access to the latest Android features and security enhancements.

The camera system on the Honor X5b is designed to meet basic photography needs. On the rear, it features a 13 MP primary camera with an f/1.8 aperture, supported by an auxiliary lens and an LED flash for improved low-light performance. The front-facing camera comes with a 5 MP sensor and an f/2.2 aperture, making it suitable for selfies and video calls.

A notable strength of the Honor X5b is its battery life. It houses a robust 5,200 mAh battery, which ensures extended usage throughout the day. For recharging, it supports 10W wired charging via a USB Type-C port, offering decent turnaround times for top-ups.

When it comes to connectivity, the Honor X5b includes all the essentials. It supports 4G LTE for reliable mobile internet access, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac for strong wireless connections, Bluetooth 5.1 for quick and stable pairing with peripherals, and NFC for contactless transactions. The inclusion of a USB Type-C 2.0 port allows for modern and efficient data transfers and charging.

Overall, the Honor X5b presents a well-rounded feature set that caters to the needs of users seeking functionality, efficiency, and value in a modern smartphone.