Philips W3500
$0
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.
The camera system of Philips W3500 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to 480p.
The battery of Philips W3500 has 2200mAh capacity with 10 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 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.
The memory of Philips W3500 offers 1GB RAM with 1GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of Philips W3500 includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, and Bluetooth 3.0.
The build of Philips W3500 weighs 450g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 142 x 73.6 x 9.7 mm.
The software of Philips W3500 runs 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.
Philips W3500 with Unisoc T618 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Philips W3500 has a 2200mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Philips W3500 at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Philips W3500 supports 10 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Philips W3500 is available in 1GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
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
| Technology | GSM / HSPA |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | N/A |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| 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 | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2013 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 142 x 73.6 x 9.7 mm |
| Weight (g) | 450 |
| Build Materials | Aluminium alloy |
| 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 | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT |
| Size (inches) | 5 |
| Resolution (px) | 480x854 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 8:5 |
| 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 Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| 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 | Unisoc T618 |
| CPU | Octa-Core (6 x ARM Cortex A55 1.8GHz + 2 x ARM Cortex A75 2.0GHz) |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G52-MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | hsupa-21mbps |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 220066 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 1GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 1GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| 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" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 28mm |
| 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 | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5 |
| Sensor Size | 1/6" |
| 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) | 2200 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 10 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 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 4.2 (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!