Philips S616
$129
Overview
Philips S616 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Unisoc T606 chipset, 13 main camera, and 3000 mAh battery.
Priced at $129, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Philips S616
The display of Philips S616 measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Philips S616 features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 1080p.
The battery of Philips S616 has 3000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Philips S616 is powered by the Unisoc T606 chipset with ARM Mali-G57 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 224907.
The memory of Philips S616 offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM.
The connectivity of Philips S616 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Philips S616 weighs 490g. Dimensions measure 143 x 71.6 x 9.8 mm.
The software of Philips S616 runs Android 5.1 (Lollipop).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Philips S616
Philips S616 has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Philips S616 with Unisoc T606 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Philips S616 has a 3000mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Philips S616 at $129 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Philips S616 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Philips S616 is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Philips S616 has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD.
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Verdict
The Philips S616 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
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Unisoc T606
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $129 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 143 x 71.6 x 9.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 490 |
| Build Materials | Magnesium alloy |
| Frame | N/A |
| Back Finish | N/A |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | N/A |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | N/A |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Z-axis linear motor |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 5:3 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 212 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 81 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | N/A |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | N/A |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | N/A |
| Color Depth | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Policy | N/A |
| Chipset | Unisoc T606 |
| CPU | 2x1.6 GHz Cortex A75 + 6x1.6 GHz Cortex A55 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G57 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Unisoc T606 integrated modem |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 224907 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X RAM |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | N/A |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | N/A |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | 28mm equivalentmm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | N/A |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | N/A |
| Video Resolution | 1080p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | N/A |
| Video Codecs | N/A |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | N/A |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4 inch |
| Aperture | N/A |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | Screen flash |
| Video | N/A |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | N/A |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Rear-mounted |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 3000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | N/A |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | N/A |
| Battery Health Features | N/A |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Window | N/A |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | App permissions, encryption |
| Accessibility | TalkBack, font size adjustment |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | N/A |
| 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!