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Plum Gator 4#5624

Released: 2017

Plum Gator 4

Overall Score

27.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5624)27.0
Performance(#6207)43.5
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1527)33.7
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6339)32.2
Audio(#1963)8.9

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  • Running on Android 7.0 Nougat, the software experience is straightforward but may feel outdated compared to newer versions.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
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, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity5000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 5000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions146.6 x 75.9 x 14 mm (5.77 x 2.99 x 0.55 in)
Weight221.5 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Orange
Foldable
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer