Honor’s new Watch X5 isn’t here to flex specs, it’s here to stretch value. Dropping at just CNY 449 (around $63), the budget smartwatch rolls out alongside the Honor 500 series with a sleek frame, outdoor tracking features, and a screen that punches above its price.
Honor Watch X5 balances price with practicality
Compared to Xiaomi’s Redmi Watch 6, Honor’s pricing comes in lighter and the design follows suit. The Watch X5 weighs only 29 grams and stays slim at 9.99 mm, making it one of the more discreet wearables in its class.
Its 1.97-inch display claims an 82% screen-to-body ratio, thanks to ultra-narrow 1.8 mm bezels. A 60 Hz refresh rate keeps things smooth, and Always-On Display support gives it a touch of flagship flair. Users can swap out watch faces easily through the companion app.
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Watch X5 doesn’t skimp on features that matter
The spec sheet is tight, but it skips very few basics. It tracks over 120 workout modes, monitors heart rate around the clock, and carries both IP68 and 5 ATM water resistance ratings. But the bigger win? Built-in GPS, barometer, and compass support for outdoor sessions something rare at this price.
Here’s what else the Watch X5 brings:
- Two-way Bluetooth calling
- NFC payments
- Music playback controls
- Camera shutter function
- Up to 14 days of battery life
Where the Honor Watch X5 finds its stride
Honor’s pitch is simple: keep the price low, skip the bloat, and load up on daily-use features. It’s not going toe-to-toe with premium fitness wearables, but for casual runners, walkers, and office users, the X5 is more than enough.
It might not look like much on paper, but the real story is in what it gets right:
- Lightweight and slim enough for all-day wear
- Reliable tracking with GPS and sensors included
- Battery life that outlasts most budget watches
- Essential smart features without the clutter
Honor sets the Watch X5 launch for November 24
The Watch X5 is already on shelves in China, but it gets its formal debut on November 24, when Honor unveils the new Honor 500 series. Whether it sees a global release remains to be seen, but at this price, it’s one to watch.
Honor didn’t aim for flashy. It aimed for functional. And in a market bloated with lookalikes, that’s a smart play.
