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Philips X500#10243

Released: 2008

Philips X500

Overall Score

50.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#10243)50.4
Performance(#7673)54.3
Camera(#9675)41.8
Display(#10126)50.5
Battery(#5939)43.5
Build(#4569)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Philips X500

Short Review

  • The Philips X500 features a compact design with dimensions of 105.6 x 42.4 x 17.9 mm and a weight of 110g, making it easy to handle.
  • Its 1.8-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels, providing a basic visual experience with 256K colors.
  • Performance is limited by 10MB of internal storage and 10GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks but not for demanding applications.
  • The camera is modest, with a 1.3 MP rear sensor capable of recording video at 128x96 pixels and 15fps, while there is no front-facing camera.
  • The battery capacity is 1720mAh, supporting standard usage without fast charging or wireless options.
  • The software environment is unspecified, but the phone lacks advanced features like stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
  • Connectivity options include Bluetooth 2.0, but it does not support WiFi or 5G.
  • The build quality is straightforward, with a black on gray color scheme, though details on materials and water resistance are not provided.
  • Overall, the Philips X500 is a basic phone suitable for essential communication needs.
  • Special features are minimal, reflecting its straightforward design and functionality.

Specifications

General

Release Date2008
Announced2008
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size1.8"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution176 x 220 pixels (~157 ppi density)
PPI176
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory10MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSD (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera Details1.3 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording128x96@15fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity1720 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Po 1720 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions105.6 x 42.4 x 17.9 mm (4.16 x 1.67 x 0.70 in)
Weight110 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack on gray
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G
4G
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC
USBminiUSB 1.1
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningNo

Software

Operating SystemN/A
OS VersionN/A

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo