Honor X5B 4G receives IMDA and NBTC certifications, launch imminent

Honor is reportedly working on a new smartphone called the Honor X5B, which is expected to be a 4G LTE device. This goes against the current trend of most budget smartphones offering 5G connectivity. The phone’s imminent launch is suggested by its appearance on the IMDA and NBTC certification platforms, where the model number and marketing name were confirmed.

The Honor X-series typically falls in the premium mid-range segment, including models like the Honor X6b, Honor X7b, Honor X8b, and Honor X9b, which are positioned below the main Honor numbered series. There’s also speculation that a 5G version of the Honor X5B could be introduced alongside the 4G model.

Honor X5B: Imminent Launch

• The Honor X5B appeared on NBTC with the model number GFY-LX2, confirming its name and LTE connectivity, indicating it is a budget-friendly offering.
• The IMDA certification revealed the phone will have Bluetooth and WLAN support.
• Apart from these details, there is currently limited information available about the Honor X5B, and this is the first time the phone has surfaced online, so further details are awaited.

Honor X9b in India

Meanwhile, the Honor X9b, a mid-range model priced at Rs 19,999 on Amazon India, is another notable Honor X-series phone. It’s marketed as India’s first ultra-bounce anti-drop resistant phone and features a 108MP camera, a Snapdragon processor, and a large 5,880mAh battery.