Overall Score
65.0Category Breakdown
Overall(#1275)65.0
Performance(#3105)62.5
Camera(#1028)49.9
Display(#1324)79.5
Battery(#530)69.0
Build(#1975)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Razer Phone 2
Short Review
- The Razer Phone 2 features a robust design with a glass front and aluminum back, weighing 220g and measuring 158.5 x 79 x 8.5 mm.
- Its 5.72-inch IGZO IPS LCD display boasts a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals at 580 nits brightness.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU, supported by 8GB of RAM.
- The dual rear camera system includes a 12 MP wide lens with OIS and a secondary 12 MP telephoto lens, capable of 4K video recording.
- The 4000mAh battery supports 18W charging and wireless charging, ensuring longevity.
- Running Android 8.1, it is upgradable to Android 9.0, with stereo speakers enhancing the audio experience.
- Connectivity options include dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The absence of a headphone jack may deter some users, while the mirror back and rugged satin finishes add a unique aesthetic.
- Overall, the Razer Phone 2 combines gaming-focused features with solid specifications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.72"
TypeIGZO IPS LCD, 120Hz, 580 nits (typ)
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~513 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.8 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
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 PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.6, 1/3.1", 1.0µm, 2x optical zoom
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, f/2.0
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/30/60/120fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@30/60fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC415W wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions158.5 x 79 x 8.5 mm (6.24 x 3.11 x 0.33 in)
Weight220 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMirror back, Rugged satin
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/150 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
OS VersionAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), 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