Emporia Essence Plus
$40
Overview
Emporia Essence Plus is a budget Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 1.8-inch IPS LCD, Infineon PMB7880 chipset, 2 main camera, and 1000 mAh battery.
Priced at $40, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Emporia Essence Plus
The display of Emporia Essence Plus measures 1.8 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 128x160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Emporia Essence Plus features 1 rear cameras: 2 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Emporia Essence Plus has 1000mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Emporia Essence Plus is powered by the Infineon PMB7880 chipset. Geekbench scores reach 20 single-core and 40 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 5000.
The memory of Emporia Essence Plus offers 2GB RAM. RAM uses DDR2 technology. Storage is 0.3MB 2MB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Emporia Essence Plus includes 5G support, Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth 2.0.
The build of Emporia Essence Plus weighs 74.0g with Plastic frame and matte-plastic back. Dimensions measure 179 x 103.7 x 8.6 mm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Emporia Essence Plus
Emporia Essence Plus has a 2 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Emporia Essence Plus with Infineon PMB7880 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, Emporia Essence Plus supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Emporia Essence Plus has a 1000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Emporia Essence Plus at $40 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Emporia Essence Plus supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Emporia Essence Plus has a 1.8-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Emporia Essence Plus 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
1.8"
Main Camera
2
Chipset
Infineon PMB7880
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | No cellular connectivity |
| 2G Bands | GSM 900 / 1800 - RL2 model |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | N/A |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $60 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 179 x 103.7 x 8.6 mm |
| Weight (g) | 74.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | matte-plastic |
| Colors | ["Silver"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 1.8 |
| Resolution (px) | 128x160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 75:128 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 170 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 18.7 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| 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 | Infineon PMB7880 |
| CPU | N/A |
| GPU | N/A |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Infineon PMB7880 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 20 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 40 |
| AnTuTu Score | 5000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | DDR2 |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | 0.3MB 2MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 2 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 30mm |
| 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 | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | N/A |
| 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 | 480p |
| 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 | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | 2.0 |
| NFC | |
| 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) | 1000 |
| Type | Li-Ion 1000 mAh, removable |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5w-charger |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Proprietary OS |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, 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!