Overall Score
61.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#2240)61.4
Performance(#3104)62.5
Camera(#2114)45.4
Display(#1323)79.5
Battery(#3205)51.0
Build(#1159)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Razer Phone
Short Review
- The Razer Phone features a robust design with an aluminum frame and Gorilla Glass 3 front, measuring 158.5 x 77.7 x 8 mm and weighing 197g.
- Its 5.7-inch IGZO IPS LCD display boasts a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at 380 nits brightness.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, it offers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and 8GB of RAM, ensuring seamless multitasking.
- The dual rear camera setup includes a 12 MP wide lens and a 12 MP telephoto lens, capable of 4K video recording at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera handles selfies adequately.
- The 4000mAh battery supports 18W charging but lacks wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 7.1.1, it is upgradable to Android 9.0, providing a modern software experience.
- The phone features stereo speakers for enhanced audio quality but does not include a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- While it does not support 5G, it offers dual-band Wi-Fi for fast internet access.
- Overall, the Razer Phone is designed for performance and multimedia consumption, appealing to gamers and content creators.
Specifications
General
Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.7"
TypeIGZO IPS LCD, 120Hz, 380 nits (typ)
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~515 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 540
Memory64GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF12 MP, f/2.6, 1/3.4", 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom, PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording4K@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC4
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions158.5 x 77.7 x 8 mm (6.24 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
Weight197 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
OS VersionAndroid 7.1.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with Dolby Atmos stereo speakers (THX-certified amplifiers)
Audio JackNo