Kyocera Hydro Life
$60
Overview
Kyocera Hydro Life is a budget Android smartphone released in 2014 with a 4.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 200 chipset, 5 main camera, and 2000 mAh battery.
Priced at $60, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Kyocera Hydro Life
The display of Kyocera Hydro Life 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 Kyocera Hydro Life features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Kyocera Hydro Life has 2000mAh capacity with 5.0 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of Kyocera Hydro Life is powered by the Snapdragon 200 chipset with Adreno 302 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 15000.
The memory of Kyocera Hydro Life offers 5GB RAM with 8GB storage options. RAM uses DDR3 technology. Storage is 8GB 1.5GB RAM.
The connectivity of Kyocera Hydro Life includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Kyocera Hydro Life weighs 136.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP57. Dimensions measure 131.8 x 65.4 x 10.9 mm.
The software of Kyocera Hydro Life runs Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean). Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kyocera Hydro Life
Kyocera Hydro Life has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Kyocera Hydro Life with Snapdragon 200 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Kyocera Hydro Life receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Kyocera Hydro Life has IP57 protection against dust and water.
Kyocera Hydro Life has a 2000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Kyocera Hydro Life at $60 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Kyocera Hydro Life supports 5.0 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
Kyocera Hydro Life is available in 8GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Kyocera Hydro Life has a 4.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Kyocera Hydro Life 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
Snapdragon 200
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2014 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $150 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 131.8 x 65.4 x 10.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 136.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | IP57 |
| Rugged Certifications | IP57 |
| 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 | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 4.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 540x960 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:1 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 245 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 64.8 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 350 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 200 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Adreno 302 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 |
| 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 | 5GB |
| RAM Type | DDR3 |
| Storage | 8GB |
| Storage Type | 8GB 1.5GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 5 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.4, 28mm |
| 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 | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 2 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Aperture | f/2.8 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 720p |
| 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, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| 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) | 2000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 5.0 |
| Wired Standard | microUSB |
| 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 |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| 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!