Overall Score
41.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#3378)41.5
Performance(#5166)52.4
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#3087)69.2
Battery(#3439)28.1
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#4538)47.9
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The HMD Key features a practical design with dimensions of 166.4 x 76.9 x 9 mm and a weight of 185.4g, available in Black and Blue.
- Its 6.52-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 576 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 215 ppi, though it lacks HDR support and has a standard 60Hz refresh rate.
- Performance is driven by the Unisoc SC9832E chipset, with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 2GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with autofocus and a 5 MP front camera, capable of video recording but without optical image stabilization.
- The 4000 mAh battery supports 10W charging, ensuring adequate longevity for daily use.
- Running on Android 14 (Go edition), the software is optimized for efficiency, although it lacks advanced features found in higher-end models.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device includes a USB Type-C port and retains a headphone jack, catering to users who prefer wired audio.
- Overall, the HMD Key is designed for essential functionality without advanced features or high-end specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2025, January 02
Announced2025, January 02
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 SC9832E
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-820MP1
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 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
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery Details4000 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, Blue
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.2, 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✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity