Overall Score
53.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#7540)53.3
Performance(#7715)54.3
Camera(#5428)42.1
Display(#7442)64.3
Battery(#6010)43.5
Build(#4633)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Plum Compass 2
Short Review
- The Plum Compass 2 features a compact design with dimensions of 144 x 72.7 x 9.8 mm and a weight of 165g, available in Black, Silver, Gold, and Rose Gold.
- Its 5.0-inch TN TFT display has a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 196 ppi, which may not provide the sharpest visuals.
- Powered by a Spreadtrum SC7731C chipset, the phone runs on a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and includes 1GB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
- The 8 MP rear camera offers autofocus but lacks optical image stabilization, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- Video recording is limited to 720p at 30fps.
- The 2000 mAh battery capacity supports basic usage but does not feature fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the software experience may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device includes a headphone jack, which is a plus for audio connectivity.
- Overall, the Plum Compass 2 is a basic smartphone with essential features suitable for light users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Plum Z518
Display
Size5"
TypeTN TFT
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~196 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetSpreadtrum SC7731C
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions144 x 72.7 x 9.8 mm (5.67 x 2.86 x 0.39 in)
Weight165 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Silver, Gold, Rose Gold
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth2.1, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes