Philips S388
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Overview
Philips S388 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 4.5-inch IPS LCD, MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset, 5 main camera, and 1700 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Philips S388
The display of Philips S388 measures 4.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 350 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 540x960 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Philips S388 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to Yes.
The battery of Philips S388 has 1700mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Philips S388 is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset with Mali-G68 MC4 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 460000.
The connectivity of Philips S388 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, and Bluetooth 3.0.
The build of Philips S388 weighs 560g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 131 x 67.1 x 9.1 mm.
The software of Philips S388 runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Philips S388
Philips S388 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Philips S388 is excellent for gaming with its MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Yes, Philips S388 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Philips S388 has a 1700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Philips S388 at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Philips S388 supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Philips S388 has a 4.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Philips S388 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
4.5"
Main Camera
5
Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 900
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 131 x 67.1 x 9.1 mm |
| Weight (g) | 560 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| 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 | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 4.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 540x960 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 34:25 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 246 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 79 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 350 |
| 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 | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 900 |
| CPU | 2x Cortex A78 2.4 GHz + 6x Cortex A55 2.0 GHz |
| GPU | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | HSPA |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 460000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | emmc-5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4.0 |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | Unknow, 3.2mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| 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 | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5.0 |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| 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 802.11 b/g |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g |
| Bluetooth | 3.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1700 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5 |
| 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 | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) |
| 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, cable, 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!
Philips S388 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Philips S388 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset for smooth performance
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Camera performance is average