Overall Score
54.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#5604)54.6
Performance(#6592)54.3
Camera(#3488)42.4
Display(#2929)70.5
Battery(#3879)43.5
Build(#2688)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Archos 50b Cobalt
Short Review
- The Archos 50b Cobalt features a compact design with dimensions of 144 x 72 mm and a weight of 160g, making it easy to handle.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 210 chipset with a quad-core CPU clocked at 1.1 GHz, paired with options of 1GB or 2GB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP unit with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p, while the front camera is a basic 2 MP.
- Battery life is supported by a 2100 mAh capacity, but it lacks fast charging and wireless charging features.
- The device runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, which may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and retains a standard headphone jack.
- Overall, the Archos 50b Cobalt offers basic functionality with no standout features, making it suitable for simple tasks.
- Its gray color adds a neutral aesthetic to the overall design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8909 Snapdragon 210 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.1 GHz
GPUAdreno 304
Memory16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions144 x 72 x 0 mm (5.67 x 2.83 x 0.0 in)
Weight160 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGray
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes