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Plum Gator 7#3222

Released: 2021, September 01

Plum Gator 7

Overall Score

42.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3222)42.9
Performance(#4223)60.5
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#1164)37.2
Build(#1782)71.6
Connectivity(#2024)65.7
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Plum Gator 7

Short Review

  • The Plum Gator 7 features a robust design with a plastic frame and back, complemented by a Dragontrail Glass front, weighing 261g.
  • Its 5.7-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 282 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by a Mediatek MT6761V/WE chipset with a quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 3GB of RAM, ensuring basic multitasking capabilities.
  • The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with autofocus and 1080p video recording, while a 5 MP front camera caters to selfies.
  • The device is powered by a substantial 5580 mAh battery, which supports extended usage but lacks fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 11, the software experience is straightforward without additional bloatware.
  • Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, although it does not support 5G.
  • The phone's dimensions are 157.5 x 78.1 x 13.7 mm, making it relatively thick.
  • Available in black and orange, the Plum Gator 7 is designed to withstand daily wear and tear.
  • Overall, it is a practical choice for users seeking essential smartphone features without frills.

Specifications

General

Release Date2021, September 01
Announced2021, September 01
DescriptionAlso known as Plum Z570

Display

Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionDragontrail Glass

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6761V/WE (14 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR GE8300
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity5580 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 5580 mAh
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions157.5 x 78.1 x 13.7 mm (6.20 x 3.07 x 0.54 in)
Weight261 g
MaterialsGlass front (Dragontrail Glass), plastic frame, plastic back
ColorsBlack, Orange
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat13 400/150 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 11
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass