Overall Score
44.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#3020)44.4
Performance(#3620)66.0
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#3087)69.2
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4125)50.7
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring HMD Arc
Short Review
- The HMD Arc features a practical design with dimensions of 166.4 x 76.9 x 9 mm and a weight of 185.4g, available in a sleek black color.
- Its 6.52-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 576 x 1280 pixels with a peak brightness of 460 nits, although it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Unisoc SC9863A chipset, complemented by an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, ensuring adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The camera setup includes a 13 MP rear camera with autofocus and a 5 MP front camera, suitable for basic photography needs.
- Battery life is robust with a 5000mAh capacity, supporting 10W charging but no wireless options.
- The device runs on Android 14 (Go edition), providing a streamlined software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 5.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The inclusion of a headphone jack is a notable feature for audio enthusiasts.
- Overall, the HMD Arc presents a straightforward option for users seeking essential smartphone functionality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, December 18
Announced2024, December 18
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.52"
TypeIPS LCD, 460 nits (peak)
Resolution576 x 1280 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~215 ppi density)
PPI576
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc SC9863A (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUIMG8322
Memory64GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, (wide), AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoYes
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions166.4 x 76.9 x 9 mm (6.55 x 3.03 x 0.35 in)
Weight185.4 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GALILEO
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 14 (Go edition)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity