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Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2

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Overview

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2013 with a 4.5-inch TFT, Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) chipset, 5 main camera, and 1700 mAh battery.

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

Specifications of Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2

The display of Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 measures 4.5 inches with TFT technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 540x960 pixels resolution.

Size
4.5 inches
Type
TFT
Resolution
540x960 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
250 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 features 1 rear cameras: 5 main. Video recording supports up to Yes.

Main Sensor
5
Camera Count
1 cameras
Max Video
Yes

The battery of Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 has 1700mAh capacity with 5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.

Capacity
1700mAh
Wired Charging
5
Full Charge Time
240 min minutes

The performance of Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 is powered by the Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) chipset with PowerVR SGX544 GPU.

Chipset
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
PowerVR SGX544

The memory of Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR2 technology. Storage is 4GB 1GB RAM.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
4GB
RAM Type
LPDDR2
Storage Type
4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

The connectivity of Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, and Bluetooth Yes.

5G
Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
Yes
NFC
No

The build of Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Dimensions measure 114.7 x 61.5 x 11.9 mm.

Dimensions
114.7 x 61.5 x 11.9 mm
Frame
Plastic
Back
Glossy

The software of Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 runs Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean).

OS
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)

Compare Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 vs Samsung Galaxy A34

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 offers competitive value at $0 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

$0 price point
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
4.5" display

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 vs Motorola Moto G Power

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 offers competitive value at $0 compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

$0 price point
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
4.5" display

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 offers competitive value at $0 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

$0 price point
Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
4.5" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 has a 5 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 with Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm) can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Yes, Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.

Related: 5G connectivity

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 has a 1700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 supports 5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 has a 4.5-inch TFT with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 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

Mediatek MT6589 (28 nm)

Full Specifications

Network

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

Launch

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

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)114.7 x 61.5 x 11.9 mm
Weight (g)N/A
Build MaterialsPlastic
FramePlastic
Back FinishGlossy
Colors["White"]
IP RatingN/A
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded Dimensions0x0x0
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeTFT
Size (inches)4.5
Resolution (px)540x960 pixels
Aspect Ratio2:3
Pixel Density (ppi)165
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)65.0
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)120
Peak Brightness (nits)250
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
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 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Update PolicyN/A
ChipsetMediatek MT6589 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUPowerVR SGX544
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic
Modemmt6589
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu ScoreN/A
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeLPDDR2
Storage4GB
Storage Type4GB 1GB RAM
Storage Speedemmc-5.1
Expandable StoragemicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem Encryptionsoftware

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor5
Main Sensor Size1/4.0
Main Sensor ModelN/A
Main Lensf/2.8, 3.5mm
OIS
AutofocusAF
Pixel Binning
UltrawideN/A
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264
Slow Motion
Video Stabilization
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

ResolutionN/A
Sensor Size1/5.0
Aperturef/2.8
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video480p
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face UnlockSoftware

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/n
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth
NFC
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningA-GPS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBMicro-USB
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)1700
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging5
Wired Standardmicro-usb
0-50% Time (mins)120 min
Full Charge Time240 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box5W
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Update WindowN/A
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
Accessibilityandroid
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

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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.

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

Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Spice Mi-496 Spice Coolpad 2 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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