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NEC e228#10045

Released: 2004

NEC e228

Overall Score

10.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#10045)10.8
Performance(#9720)20.1
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#9827)20.3
Battery(#8645)11.6
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#10083)7.4
Audio(#11169)0.0

Comparisons Featuring NEC e228

Short Review

  • The NEC e228 features a compact design with dimensions of 129 x 54 x 21 mm and a weight of 125g, making it portable yet sturdy.
  • Its 2.2-inch TFT display supports 65K colors with a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels, providing decent visual quality for basic tasks.
  • Performance-wise, it is equipped with 19MB of internal storage and 19GB of RAM, which is substantial for its time but limits modern app usage.
  • The camera is a basic VGA type with no optical image stabilization, and it lacks a front-facing camera, making it unsuitable for selfies.
  • The battery capacity stands at 1100mAh, offering limited longevity without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
  • The software environment is unspecified, and it does not support modern connectivity options like WiFi, Bluetooth, or NFC.
  • The device lacks stereo speakers and a headphone jack, which may limit audio output options.
  • Overall, the NEC e228 is a straightforward phone focused on essential functions without advanced features.
  • Its design and build quality reflect the standards of early 2000s mobile technology.
  • The absence of modern enhancements makes it a relic of its era.

Specifications

General

Release Date2004
Announced2004
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size2.2"
TypeTFT, 65K colors
Resolution176 x 220 pixels (~128 ppi density)
PPI176
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory19MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotMemory Stick Duo

Camera

Main CameraVGA
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraYes
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity1100 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1100 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions129 x 54 x 21 mm (5.08 x 2.13 x 0.83 in)
Weight125 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsN/A
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / UMTS
Network SpeedYes, 384 kbps
5G
4G
WiFiNo
BluetoothNo
NFC
USBN/A
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningNo

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerNo
Audio JackNo

Software & Security

Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A