Overall Score
48.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#2476)48.6
Performance(#3437)67.7
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#1246)83.8
Battery(#535)81.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#2592)61.0
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Vertu Aster
Short Review
- The Vertu Aster features a luxurious design with dimensions of 143.4 x 69 x 11.2 mm and a weight of 193g, crafted from premium materials.
- Its 4.7-inch display utilizes sapphire crystal glass, offering a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels at approximately 473 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset with a quad-core 2.3 GHz CPU and Adreno 330 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera is a 13 MP Hasselblad certified unit, capable of video recording, while the front camera is 2.1 MP.
- Battery capacity stands at 2275 mAh, with wireless charging capabilities but no fast charging support.
- The device runs on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat) and includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options encompass dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The Aster is available in various colors, including Onyx Calf and Lagoon Calf, enhancing its exclusivity.
- Overall, the Vertu Aster combines high-end materials with solid performance and a distinctive design.
- Special features include its unique build quality and luxury branding, appealing to a niche market.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4.7"
TypeSapphire crystal glass
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~473 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionSapphire crystal glass, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory64GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera13 MP, Hasselblad certified, AF
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED flash
Front Camera2.1 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2275 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2275 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsWireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions143.4 x 69 x 11.2 mm (5.65 x 2.72 x 0.44 in)
Weight193 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsOnyx Calf, Lagoon Calf, Blush Calf, Caviar Karung, Tangerine Karung, Raspberry Ostrich, Cognac Ostrich
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass