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Philips W3500

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Overview

Philips W3500 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 5-inch TFT, Unisoc T618 chipset, 5 main camera, and 2200 mAh battery.

Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Philips W3500

The display of Philips W3500 measures 5 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 300 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 480x854 pixels resolution.

Size
5 inches
Type
TFT
Resolution
480x854 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
300 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Philips W3500 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 480p.

Main Sensor
5
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
480p

The battery of Philips W3500 has 2200mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.

Capacity
2200mAh
Wired Charging
10
Full Charge Time
180 min minutes

The performance of Philips W3500 is powered by the Unisoc T618 chipset with ARM Mali-G52-MP2 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 220066.

Chipset
Unisoc T618
CPU
Octa-Core (6 x ARM Cortex A55 1.8GHz + 2 x ARM Cortex A75 2.0GHz)
GPU
ARM Mali-G52-MP2
AnTuTu Score
220066

The memory of Philips W3500 offers 1GB RAM with 1GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
1GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4
Storage Type
eMMC 5.1
Expandable
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

The connectivity of Philips W3500 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, and Bluetooth 3.0.

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
3.0
NFC
No

The build of Philips W3500 weighs 450g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 142 x 73.6 x 9.7 mm.

Dimensions
142 x 73.6 x 9.7 mm
Weight
450g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Plastic

The software of Philips W3500 runs Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean).

OS
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Philips W3500

Philips W3500 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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Philips W3500 with Unisoc T618 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

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Philips W3500 has a 2200mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Philips W3500 at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Philips W3500 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Philips W3500 is available in 1GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

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Philips W3500 has a 5-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 300 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

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Verdict

The Philips W3500 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

5"

Main Camera

5

Chipset

Unisoc T618

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 900 / 2100
4G LTE BandsN/A
5G Sub-6 BandsN/A
5G mmWave BandsN/A
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMMini-SIM
Dual SIM ModeDual SIM
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA SupportN/A

Launch

Announced2013
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)142 x 73.6 x 9.7 mm
Weight (g)450
Build MaterialsAluminium alloy
FramePlastic
Back FinishPlastic
Colors["Black"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded DimensionsN/A
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeTFT
Size (inches)5
Resolution (px)480x854 pixels
Aspect Ratio8:5
Pixel Density (ppi)220
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)79
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)300
HDR Standards
Color GamutDCI-P3
Color Depth16
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionN/A
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Update PolicyN/A
ChipsetUnisoc T618
CPUOcta-Core (6 x ARM Cortex A55 1.8GHz + 2 x ARM Cortex A75 2.0GHz)
GPUARM Mali-G52-MP2
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
Modemhsupa-21mbps
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score220066
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeLPDDR4
Storage1GB
Storage TypeeMMC 5.1
Storage Speedemmc-4.5
Expandable StoragemicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryption

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor5
Main Sensor Size1/4"
Main Sensor ModelN/A
Main Lensf/2.8, 28mm
OIS
AutofocusFixed
Pixel Binning
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution480p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264
Slow Motion
Video Stabilization
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution5
Sensor Size1/6"
Aperturef/2.8
AF/OISN/A
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video480p
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face UnlockN/A

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth Codecsaac
DAC/AmpN/A

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth3.0
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type-C
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorN/A
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health SensorsN/A
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)2200
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging10
Wired Standardmicro-usb
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time180 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box5W
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Update WindowN/A
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityBasic
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentscharger, cable, manual
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

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.

B

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.

C

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!

Review

Philips W3500 Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Philips W3500 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Display could be brighter or smoother
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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