Honor X10 5G
A pop-up-selfie 5G budget Honor — bezel-killer at a sharp price.
The Honor X10 5G is a mid-range Honor smartphone released May 2020, with a launch price of $280. It pairs the Kirin 820 with a 6.63" LCD 90 Hz display, a 40 MP main camera and a 4,300 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 58/100 — A pop-up phone at a budget price. Standout strengths: pop-up selfie at $280 — no notch on a budget. and kirin 820 was surprisingly capable. Main trade-off: no google services (huawei-era restriction).
A pop-up phone at a budget price.
X10 5G was a swansong of the notchless pop-up era — Kirin 820, an RYYB Sony main, 5G — for $280. The Google services gap and aging pop-up mechanism define its modern caveats; for enthusiasts of the era it remains a fascinating relic.
Read the full review- Pop-up selfie at $280 — no notch on a budget.
- Kirin 820 was surprisingly capable.
- RYYB Sony main camera.
- jack + microSD.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Honor X10 5G compares
| Honor X10 5G | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Honor 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 58 | 89 | 58 |
| Chipset | Kirin 820 | SD 8 Elite | Kirin 935 |
| Display | 6.63" LCD 90 Hz | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 5.2" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 40 MP | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 20 MP · f/2.0 |
| Battery | 4,300 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 3,100 mAh |
| Launch price | $280 | $1,299 | $330 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Honor X10 5G released?
The Honor X10 5G was released in May 2020.
How much does the Honor X10 5G cost?
The Honor X10 5G launched at $280 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Honor X10 5G screen size and type?
The Honor X10 5G has a 6.63" LCD 90 Hz display.
What chipset does the Honor X10 5G use?
The Honor X10 5G is powered by the Kirin 820 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Honor X10 5G have?
The Honor X10 5G ships with 6 GB · 128 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Honor X10 5G battery capacity?
The Honor X10 5G has a 4,300 mAh battery.
How fast does the Honor X10 5G charge?
The Honor X10 5G supports 22.5 W wired charging.
What is the Honor X10 5G main camera?
The Honor X10 5G has a 40 MP main camera.
Does the Honor X10 5G have a headphone jack?
The Honor X10 5G has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Honor X10 5G get software updates?
The Honor X10 5G update policy: support ended.
How much does the Honor X10 5G weigh?
The Honor X10 5G weighs 203 g.
What colours does the Honor X10 5G come in?
The Honor X10 5G is available in 3 colours: Magic Night Black, Magic Phantom Silver, Magic Phantom Blue.
Is the Honor X10 5G worth buying?
X10 5G was a swansong of the notchless pop-up era — Kirin 820, an RYYB Sony main, 5G — for $280. The Google services gap and aging pop-up mechanism define its modern caveats; for enthusiasts of the era it remains a fascinating relic. SpecEagle gives the Honor X10 5G an editorial score of 58/100.
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