Overall Score
55.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#5332)55.1
Performance(#1887)65.5
Camera(#8812)41.9
Display(#8215)57.0
Battery(#5851)43.5
Build(#4481)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Parla Sonic 3.5
Short Review
- The Parla Sonic 3.5 features a compact design with dimensions of 116 x 62.2 x 11.6 mm and a weight of 105g, making it lightweight and portable.
- Its 3.5-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 165 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- Performance is driven by a Spreadtrum SC7710G chipset, a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 CPU, and 512MB of RAM, suitable for simple applications but limited for multitasking.
- The rear camera is 2 MP, capable of recording video at 480p@30fps, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
- Battery capacity stands at 1300mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
- Running on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), the software experience is basic and may not support newer applications.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device has a microUSB 2.0 port and a headphone jack, catering to traditional audio needs.
- Available in black and white, the build lacks water resistance features.
- Overall, the Parla Sonic 3.5 is a straightforward device focused on essential functionalities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionSingle SIM - P3010Dual SIM - P3020
Display
Size3.5"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
PPI320
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetSpreadtrum SC7710G
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPUMali-300
Memory512MB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera2 MP
Main Camera Details2 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1300 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions116 x 62.2 x 11.6 mm (4.57 x 2.45 x 0.46 in)
Weight105 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes