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Motorola DEFY XT XT556#9127

Released: 2012

Motorola DEFY XT XT556

Overall Score

13.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#9127)13.2
Performance(#9280)23.6
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#10554)16.9
Battery(#7153)16.4
Build(#4308)14.2
Connectivity(#6327)32.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Motorola DEFY XT XT556 features a compact design with dimensions of 115 x 58.5 x 12 mm and a weight of 130g, making it portable and easy to handle.
  • Its 3.7-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 265 ppi, suitable for basic tasks but lacking HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by a 1.0 GHz CPU paired with 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for light usage but may struggle with multitasking.
  • The camera system includes a 5 MP rear camera with autofocus, capable of recording video at 480p, while the absence of a front camera limits selfie capabilities.
  • The 1650 mAh battery provides basic power, but lacks fast charging or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), the software experience is quite dated compared to modern standards.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device is designed with a brown color scheme, though specific materials and water resistance details are not provided.
  • Overall, the DEFY XT XT556 is a basic smartphone with limited features, suitable for users with minimal demands.
  • Its design and build quality reflect its era, prioritizing portability over advanced specifications.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionFor US Cellular

Display

Size3.7"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~265 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPU1.0 GHz
GPUN/A
Memory1GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity1650 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1650 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions115 x 58.5 x 12 mm (4.53 x 2.30 x 0.47 in)
Weight130 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBrown
Foldable✗
SAR1.45 W/kg (head)     1.48 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkCDMA / EVDO
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BluetoothYes
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass