Overall Score
23.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#6566)23.2
Performance(#6140)43.8
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#10347)19.1
Battery(#6176)19.7
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#5901)37.1
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Sharp Aquos Crystal features a unique design with a nearly bezel-less display, measuring 5.0 inches and utilizing TFT technology with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi.
- Its build consists of a glass front, plastic back, and plastic frame, weighing 141 grams and measuring 131 x 67 x 10 mm.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, supported by 1.5GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while the front camera is 1.2 MP.
- The battery capacity is 2040 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), the device lacks stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- Special features include its distinctive design and a decent display for media consumption.
- Overall, the Sharp Aquos Crystal combines a unique aesthetic with moderate performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionFor Sprint, Boost Mobile, Virgin MobileAlso known as Sharp Aquos Crystal 306SH
Display
Size5"
TypeTFT
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera1.2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2040 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2040 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions131 x 67 x 10 mm (5.16 x 2.64 x 0.39 in)
Weight141 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkCDMA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass