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Motorola StarTAC 85#12127

Released: 1997

Motorola StarTAC 85

Overall Score

38.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#12127)38.4
Performance(#9956)54.3
Camera(#11840)0.0
Display(#12112)42.7
Battery(#9666)43.5
Build(#7927)70.8

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Short Review

  • The Motorola StarTAC 85, released in 1997, features a compact and lightweight design with dimensions of 98 x 57 x 23 mm and a weight of 112 grams.
  • Its monochrome graphic display has a resolution of 4 x 15 characters, offering basic visibility without advanced features like HDR.
  • Performance is minimal, as it lacks a dedicated chipset, CPU, GPU, and RAM, making it suitable only for basic calling functions.
  • The device does not include a camera, which is typical for phones of its era, and thus lacks any photographic capabilities.
  • The battery capacity is 500 mAh, providing limited usage without fast charging or wireless options.
  • The build quality is standard for the time, but specific materials and water resistance details are not provided.
  • Connectivity options are very limited, with no support for 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, or NFC.
  • The software is unspecified, and the device lacks stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
  • Overall, the StarTAC 85 is a basic mobile phone focused on essential communication features rather than advanced technology.
  • Its design reflects the early mobile phone era, prioritizing portability over functionality.

Specifications

General

Release Date1997
Announced1997
DescriptionN/A

Display

SizeN/A
TypeMonochrome graphic
Resolution4 x 15 chars
PPI4
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
MemoryN/A
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main CameraN/A
Main Camera DetailsN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingN/A
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗

Battery

Capacity500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable NiMH 500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Design

Dimensions98 x 57 x 23 mm (3.86 x 2.24 x 0.91 in)
Weight112 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsN/A
Foldable✗

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
BluetoothNo
NFC✗
USBN/A
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo

Software

Operating SystemN/A
OS VersionN/A

Security

Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerNo
Audio JackNo