Following its separation from Huawei, Honor has successfully made a strong comeback in global markets with a diverse range of smartphones spanning budget, mid-range, and flagship categories. In Nepal, the brand is actively expanding its presence under new management and official distribution.
Brand Background and History in Nepal
Originally established in 2013 as a sub-brand under Huawei, Honor targeted online consumers with affordable and feature-packed devices. However, trade restrictions imposed on Huawei in 2019 limited access to critical components and software from US tech firms like Google and Qualcomm. To navigate these challenges, Huawei sold Honor to Shenzhen Zhixin New Information Technology. This move allowed Honor to regain access to Google Mobile Services (GMS) and re-enter global smartphone markets with premium lines like the flagship number series and the foldable Magic V series.
Honor initially entered the Nepali market in 2018 via Kratos Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Today, the brand's smartphones are officially imported and distributed across Nepal by Celltron Nepal Pvt. Ltd., bringing devices ranging from entry-level offerings to flagships like the Magic 5 Pro to local consumers.
Honor Budget Smartphones Available in Nepal
Honor Play10: Serving as the company's most entry-level offering in Nepal, the Play10 features modest hardware tailored for essential tasks. It comes equipped with a large 6.74-inch IPS display featuring a standard 60Hz refresh rate and a classic teardrop notch for the front camera.
Honor X5c: Positioned in the budget segment, the X5c sports a 6.74-inch TFT LCD screen with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate. It is powered by an octa-core MediaTek Helio G36 processor featuring Cortex-A53 cores, paired with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage (expandable up to 1TB via microSD). Optics include a 13MP main camera and a 5MP front snapper, supported by a 5260mAh battery capable of up to 1.5 days of light use.
Honor X5c Plus: An upgraded variant of the base X5c, this model steps up the photography experience with a 50MP main rear camera and doubles internal storage to 128GB. It retains the 6.74-inch 90Hz TFT LCD screen, MediaTek Helio G36 processor, 4GB RAM, and 5260mAh battery, making it a practical choice for buyers seeking better photo quality and extra space.
Honor X5d: As the successor to the X5c, the Honor X5d retains a budget-friendly focus with a plastic body design, teardrop notch, and square rear camera island. It features a 6.74-inch HD+ TFT LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, it is powered by a MediaTek Helio G81 processor coupled with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal storage.
