BenQ A500
$30
Overview
BenQ A500 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2004 with a 1.9-inch TFT, Unisoc T107 (22 nm) chipset, 3 main camera, and 700 mAh battery.
Priced at $30, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of BenQ A500
The display of BenQ A500 measures 1.9 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 128x160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of BenQ A500 features 1 rear cameras: 3 main. Video recording supports up to Yes.
The battery of BenQ A500 has 700mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 60 min minutes.
The performance of BenQ A500 is powered by the Unisoc T107 (22 nm) chipset. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.
The connectivity of BenQ A500 includes Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth No.
The build of BenQ A500 weighs 98.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 83.5 x 45 x 23.1 mm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about BenQ A500
BenQ A500 has a 3 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
BenQ A500 with Unisoc T107 (22 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
BenQ A500 has a 700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
BenQ A500 at $30 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
BenQ A500 supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 60 min minutes.
BenQ A500 has a 1.9-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The BenQ A500 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
1.9"
Main Camera
3
Chipset
Unisoc T107 (22 nm)
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM Standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2004 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $60 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 83.5 x 45 x 23.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 98.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Sand", "Blue", "Red"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | N/A |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 1.9 |
| Resolution (px) | 128x160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:4 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 143 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 30.2 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 100 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | N/A |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | N/A |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Unisoc T107 (22 nm) |
| CPU | N/A |
| GPU | N/A |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic image processing |
| Modem | GSM modem |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 15000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | N/A |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | 20MB |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 35mm equivalentmm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | fixed-focus |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | N/A |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | N/A |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | N/A |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | N/A |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | |
| NFC | N/A |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | N/A |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | N/A |
| Gyroscope | N/A |
| Magnetometer | N/A |
| Proximity Sensor | N/A |
| Ambient Light | N/A |
| Barometer | N/A |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 700 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| Wired Standard | 5V/1A |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 60 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Proprietary OS |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Proprietary |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | N/A |
| Accessibility | N/A |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Charger, Battery, Manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!