Overall Score
56.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#4231)56.9
Performance(#7699)54.3
Camera(#3948)42.4
Display(#3987)70.5
Battery(#1024)63.5
Build(#12027)63.8
Comparisons Featuring Plum Gator 4
Short Review
- The Plum Gator 4 features a robust design with dimensions of 146.6 x 75.9 x 14 mm and a weight of 221.5g, making it slightly bulky but durable.
- It sports a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, offering decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6580 chipset, a quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU, and 1GB of RAM, which provides basic functionality for everyday tasks.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with autofocus and a 5 MP front-facing camera, capable of recording video at 720p.
- The 5000 mAh battery ensures extended usage without frequent recharging, although it lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, the software experience is straightforward but may feel outdated compared to newer versions.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device is available in black and orange colors, appealing to users who prefer vibrant options.
- While it lacks advanced features like HDR or stereo speakers, it does include a headphone jack for audio connectivity.
- Overall, the Plum Gator 4 is designed for users seeking a reliable, basic smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionAlso known as Plum Z406
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass (unspecified version)
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7z
GPUMali-400MP2
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, AF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions146.6 x 75.9 x 14 mm (5.77 x 2.99 x 0.55 in)
Weight221.5 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Orange
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes