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BenQ A520#10444

Released: 2005

BenQ A520

Overall Score

10.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#10444)10.2
Performance(#10491)8.9
Camera(#11855)0.0
Display(#3210)65.4
Battery(#10798)4.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#11114)1.8
Audio(#11169)0.0

Comparisons Featuring BenQ A520

Short Review

  • The BenQ A520 features a compact design with dimensions of 82.5 x 44.8 x 22.6 mm and a weight of 96 grams, making it portable.
  • Its 1.5-inch OLED display supports 65K colors with a resolution of 128 x 128 pixels, providing decent clarity for its size.
  • Performance is limited with 2GB of RAM and only 2MB of storage, restricting multitasking and app usage.
  • The camera is basic, offering a VGA rear camera with no video capabilities and no front camera.
  • The 700mAh battery capacity ensures basic functionality but lacks fast charging or wireless options.
  • The device runs on unspecified software, lacking advanced features like stereo speakers or a headphone jack.
  • Connectivity options are minimal, with no support for WiFi, Bluetooth, or NFC, and it uses a proprietary USB connection.
  • The phone is available in black and white colors, but lacks water resistance.
  • Overall, the BenQ A520 is a simple device focused on essential functions without modern smartphone capabilities.
  • Its design and display are adequate for basic tasks, but performance and camera features are significantly limited.

Specifications

General

Release Date2005
Announced2005
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size1.5"
TypeOLED, 65K colors
Resolution128 x 128 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~121 ppi density)
PPI128
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory2MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main CameraVGA
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingNo
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity700 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 700 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions82.5 x 44.8 x 22.6 mm (3.25 x 1.76 x 0.89 in)
Weight96 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G
4G
WiFiNo
BluetoothNo
NFC
USBProprietary
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningNo

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerNo
Audio JackNo

Software & Security

Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A