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Maxwest Nitro 5M#5884

Released: 2016

Maxwest Nitro 5M

Overall Score

26.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5884)26.1
Performance(#7846)34.0
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#5998)54.4
Battery(#5912)20.4
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#7284)28.2
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Maxwest Nitro 5M

Short Review

  • The Maxwest Nitro 5M features a compact design with dimensions of 144.2 x 73 x 10.3 mm and a weight of 148 grams, available in black, blue, gold, and red.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display has a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 196 ppi, which may limit clarity for detailed visuals.
  • Performance is driven by a Spreadtrum SC7731 chipset, a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 1GB of RAM, providing basic functionality for everyday tasks.
  • The camera system includes a 5 MP rear camera capable of video recording and a 2 MP front-facing camera for selfies, though it lacks advanced features like optical image stabilization.
  • The battery capacity is 2200 mAh, supporting standard usage without fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the software experience is relatively outdated compared to newer versions.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device has a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer, alongside a standard headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Maxwest Nitro 5M is a basic smartphone suited for essential tasks without advanced features.
  • Its build quality and design are functional, but performance and display limitations may not meet the needs of more demanding users.

Specifications

General

Release Date2016
Announced2016
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~196 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetSpreadtrum SC7731
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC

Camera

Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2200 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions144.2 x 73 x 10.3 mm (5.68 x 2.87 x 0.41 in)
Weight148 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, BLue, Gold, Red
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth2.1, EDR
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity