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Philips 859#11615

Released: 2004

Philips 859

Overall Score

4.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#11615)4.8
Performance(#10172)12.5
Camera(#11855)0.0
Display(#10009)19.5
Battery(#11064)3.8
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#11374)1.0
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Philips 859

Short Review

  • The Philips 859 features a compact design with dimensions of 88 x 46 x 23 mm and a weight of 94 grams, making it portable and easy to handle.
  • Its TFT display measures 0 inches with a resolution of 128 x 160 pixels and supports 65K colors, providing basic visual clarity.
  • Performance is limited, equipped with 7GB of RAM and only 7MB of storage, which may restrict multitasking and app usage.
  • The camera is minimal, offering a VGA rear camera with no video capabilities and no front-facing camera.
  • Battery capacity is 600mAh, supporting basic usage without fast charging or wireless options.
  • The software is unspecified, lacking advanced features typically found in modern smartphones.
  • Connectivity options are very limited, with no support for 5G, WiFi, Bluetooth, or NFC.
  • The absence of stereo speakers and a headphone jack further reduces multimedia capabilities.
  • Overall, the Philips 859 is a basic device suitable for essential functions, but it lacks many features expected in contemporary smartphones.
  • Its design and build quality reflect its era, prioritizing simplicity over advanced technology.

Specifications

General

Release Date2004
Announced2004
DescriptionN/A

Display

SizeN/A
TypeTFT, 65K colors
Resolution128 x 160 pixels, 7 lines
PPI128
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory7MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

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

Battery

Capacity600 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 600 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions88 x 46 x 23 mm, 77 cc (3.46 x 1.81 x 0.91 in)
Weight94 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsN/A
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo

Software & Security

Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A