Overall Score
53.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#6984)53.8
Performance(#7134)54.3
Camera(#6631)42.0
Display(#6658)67.3
Battery(#4952)43.5
Build(#3633)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Karbonn Sparkle V
Short Review
- The Karbonn Sparkle V features a compact design with dimensions of 132 x 67 x 9.2 mm and a weight of 138g, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Its 4.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 218 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6582 chipset with a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and 4GB of RAM, which provides adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The device is powered by a 1700 mAh battery, which may require frequent charging due to its limited capacity.
- Running on Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), it is upgradable to Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) under the Android One program.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and a microUSB 2.0 port, but it lacks 5G and NFC support.
- The phone does not feature stereo speakers but includes a standard headphone jack.
- The Sparkle V is available in a vibrant red color, adding a touch of style to its functional build.
- Overall, it offers basic smartphone features suitable for everyday tasks.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Karbonn Android One Sparkle V Blue
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6582 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400MP2
Memory4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1700 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1700 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions132 x 67 x 9.2 mm (5.20 x 2.64 x 0.36 in)
Weight138 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsRed
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), Android One
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), Android One
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes