Overall Score
12.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#9391)12.4
Performance(#8920)25.2
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#11616)10.3
Battery(#8564)11.9
Build(#3255)16.3
Connectivity(#10730)4.1
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Palm Centro
Short Review
- The Palm Centro, released in 2008, features a compact design with dimensions of 107.2 x 53.5 x 18.6 mm and a weight of 124g, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 2.25-inch TFT resistive touchscreen offers a resolution of 320 x 320 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 201 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a 32-bit Intel XScale PXA270 CPU running at 312 MHz, paired with 64MB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
- The camera is basic, with a rear 1.3 MP sensor and no optical image stabilization, suitable for simple photography.
- Battery life is supported by a 1150 mAh capacity, but it does not offer fast charging or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Palm OS 5.4.9, which may feel dated compared to modern operating systems.
- Connectivity options are limited, lacking WiFi and 5G, but it does support Bluetooth 1.2.
- The Centro is available in multiple colors, including Obsidian and Electric Blue, adding a personal touch.
- It does not include a headphone jack or stereo speakers, which may affect audio experience.
- Overall, the Palm Centro is a basic smartphone with limited features, catering to users seeking simplicity.
Specifications
General
Release Date2008
Announced2008
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size2.25"
TypeTFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
Resolution320 x 320 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~201 ppi density)
PPI320
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPU32-bit Intel XScale PXA270 312 MHz
GPUN/A
Memory64MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera1.3 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
Capacity1150 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1150 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions107.2 x 53.5 x 18.6 mm (4.22 x 2.11 x 0.73 in)
Weight124 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsObsidian, Glacier, Midnight, Cobalt, Onyx, Electric Blue, Rose, Olive
Foldable✗
SAR0.27 W/kg (head) 0.22 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth1.2, A2DP
NFC✗
USBProprietary
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemPalm OS 5.4.9
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A