Overall Score
71.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#350)71.6
Performance(#700)70.8
Camera(#136)56.4
Display(#204)88.5
Battery(#359)73.5
Build(#1916)75.8
Comparisons Featuring HMD Skyline
Short Review
- The HMD Skyline features a sleek design with dimensions of 159.8 x 76 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 209.5g, constructed from Gorilla Glass 3 on the front and back with an aluminum frame.
- Its 6.55-inch P-OLED display boasts a 144Hz refresh rate, 1000 nits peak brightness, and HDR10 support, delivering vibrant visuals at a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chipset, it offers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 8GB or 12GB of RAM.
- The camera system includes a 108 MP wide lens, a 50 MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and a 13 MP ultrawide lens, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- A 4600mAh battery supports 33W wired and wireless charging, ensuring longevity throughout the day.
- The device runs on Android 14, with the capability for two major upgrades, providing a modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6e, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- Stereo speakers enhance audio output, while the absence of a headphone jack may be a drawback for some users.
- Available in Neon Pink, Twisted Black, and Blue Topaz, the Skyline combines style with functionality.
- Overall, it offers a balanced mix of performance, display quality, and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, July 18
Announced2024, July 18
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.55"
TypeP-OLED, 144Hz, 1000 nits (peak), HDR10
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate144Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM7435-AB Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.40 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUAdreno 710
Memory128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera108 MP
Main Camera Details108 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.67", 0.64µm, PDAF, OIS50 MP, f/2.0, (telephoto), 1/2.76", 0.64µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom13 MP, f/2.5, (ultrawide), 1/3", 1.12µm
Front Camera50 MP
Front Camera Details50 MP, f/2.5, (wide), AF
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie Video1080p@30/60fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4600 mAh
Battery Details4600 mAh, user replaceable
Charging Details33W wired, PD3.0 PPS, QC415W wireless (magnetic), Qi25W reverse wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions159.8 x 76 x 8.9 mm (6.29 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
Weight209.5 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame, glass back
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsNeon Pink, Twisted Black, Blue Topaz
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades
OS VersionAndroid 14, upgradable to Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo