Plum Hero
$0
Overview
Plum Hero is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 1.8-inch TFT, Mediatek MTK6261D chipset, 3 main camera, and 600 mAh battery.
Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Plum Hero
The display of Plum Hero measures 1.8 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 200 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 128x160 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Plum Hero features 1 rear cameras: 3 main. Video recording supports up to Yes.
The battery of Plum Hero has 600mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Plum Hero is powered by the Mediatek MTK6261D chipset with ARM Mali-T860 MP2 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 42900.
The connectivity of Plum Hero includes 5G support, Wi-Fi No, and Bluetooth 2.0.
The build of Plum Hero weighs 190g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 112.5 x 48 x 12.8 mm.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Plum Hero
Plum Hero has a 3 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Plum Hero with Mediatek MTK6261D can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Yes, Plum Hero supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Plum Hero has a 600mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Plum Hero at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Plum Hero supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Plum Hero has a 1.8-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 200 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Plum Hero 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
3
Chipset
Mediatek MTK6261D
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Bands | N/A |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Dual SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 112.5 x 48 x 12.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 190 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black", "White", "Red", "Blue", "Pink", "Orange", "Lime"] |
| 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 | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 1.8 |
| Resolution (px) | 128x160 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 10:21 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 286 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 75 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 200 |
| HDR Standards | |
| 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 | Mediatek MTK6261D |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 4x Cortex A53 1.5 GHz + 4x Cortex A53 1.0 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-T860 MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | mt6261d |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 42900 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | 4 GB |
| Storage | N/A |
| Storage Type | 32MB ROM, 32MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | emmc-4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 3 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5-inch |
| Main Sensor Model | Samsung |
| Main Lens | f/2.4, fixedmm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed |
| 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-inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | mp3 |
| DAC/Amp | Basic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | |
| Wi-Fi Features | |
| Bluetooth | 2.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB On-The-Go (OTG) |
| 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) | 600 |
| 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 | 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!