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Razer Phone 2#672

Released: 2018

Razer Phone 2

Overall Score

72.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#672)72.3
Performance(#1798)83.4
Camera(#750)85.6
Display(#1209)84.2
Battery(#382)88.7
Build(#872)79.9
Connectivity(#2126)64.5
Audio(#2)100.0

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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
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, 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
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/30/60/120fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video1080p@30/60fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity4000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC415W wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓

Build & Safety

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
ColorsMirror back, Rugged satin
Foldable✗
SARN/A

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

Audio

Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with Dolby Atmos stereo speakers (THX-certified amplifiers)
Audio JackNo

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 8.1 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass