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Archos 50 Helium 4G#6200

Released: 2014

Archos 50 Helium 4G

Overall Score

24.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6200)24.8
Performance(#6168)43.6
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#6192)18.9
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4730)46.6
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Archos 50 Helium 4G

Short Review

  • The Archos 50 Helium 4G features a straightforward design with dimensions of 145 x 71.5 x 9 mm and a weight of 160g, making it relatively portable.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, supported by 1GB of RAM.
  • The rear camera is 8 MP with autofocus capabilities, allowing for 1080p video recording at 30fps, while the front camera is limited to 2 MP.
  • The battery capacity is 2000mAh, which may require frequent recharging due to its modest size.
  • Running on Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), the software experience is basic and lacks the latest features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device lacks water resistance and stereo speakers, but it does include a headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Archos 50 Helium 4G offers essential features with no standout elements.
  • Its design and performance cater to basic smartphone needs without advanced capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions145 x 71.5 x 9 mm (5.71 x 2.81 x 0.35 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass