Overall Score
52.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#8071)52.9
Performance(#11851)51.3
Camera(#5353)42.1
Display(#7042)67.0
Battery(#5478)43.5
Build(#4132)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Photon 4G MB855
Short Review
- The Motorola Photon 4G MB855 features a solid build with dimensions of 126.9 x 66.9 x 12.2 mm and a weight of 158g, providing a sturdy feel.
- Its 4.3-inch TFT display has a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, offering decent clarity at approximately 256 ppi.
- Powered by a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU and Nvidia Tegra 2 chipset, the phone delivers satisfactory performance for basic tasks.
- The rear camera boasts an 8 MP sensor capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, although it lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- The 1700 mAh battery supports standard usage but does not feature fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- Running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), the software experience is limited, as it cannot be upgraded beyond this version.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of stereo speakers may affect audio quality, while the inclusion of a headphone jack is a positive aspect.
- Overall, the Motorola Photon 4G MB855 offers basic smartphone functionality with some limitations in modern features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola ELECTRIFY
Display
Size4.3"
TypeTFT
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~256 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetNvidia Tegra 2 AP20H
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUULP GeForce
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1700 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1700 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions126.9 x 66.9 x 12.2 mm (5.00 x 2.63 x 0.48 in)
Weight158 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, HSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot; WiMAX 802.16 e
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), not upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), not upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes