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Motorola Fire#8138

Released: 2012

Motorola Fire

Overall Score

16.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8138)16.2
Performance(#10705)5.3
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#7882)32.3
Battery(#7869)14.0
Build(#3858)15.1
Connectivity(#7049)29.3
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Motorola Fire

Short Review

  • The Motorola Fire features a compact design with dimensions of 116.5 x 58 x 13.5 mm and a weight of 110g, making it portable.
  • Its 2.8-inch TFT display supports 256K colors with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 143 ppi.
  • Performance is limited due to the absence of RAM and a dedicated chipset, which may hinder multitasking and app usage.
  • The rear camera is 3.15 MP, capable of video recording, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
  • The 1400 mAh battery provides basic power without fast charging or wireless options.
  • Running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), the software experience is outdated and lacks modern features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device includes a microUSB 2.0 port and a headphone jack, catering to basic audio needs.
  • Available in black and white, the Motorola Fire has a straightforward aesthetic without water resistance.
  • Overall, it serves as a basic phone with limited capabilities in today's smartphone landscape.

Specifications

General

Release Date2012
Announced2011
DescriptionFor Brazil

Display

Size2.8"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
MemoryN/A
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera3.15 MP
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity1400 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions116.5 x 58 x 13.5 mm (4.59 x 2.28 x 0.53 in)
Weight110 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable
SAR0.96 W/kg (head)     1.11 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
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