Overall Score
52.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#8584)52.3
Performance(#11975)51.3
Camera(#7004)42.0
Display(#7544)64.3
Battery(#6864)43.5
Build(#5410)70.8
Comparisons Featuring XOLO A500S
Short Review
- The XOLO A500S features a compact design with dimensions of 125 x 63.2 x 9 mm and weighs 120 grams, available in black, white, red, and blue.
- Its 4.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 233 ppi.
- Powered by a Mediatek MT6572W chipset, it runs on a dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and includes 4GB of storage with 512MB of RAM, providing basic performance for everyday tasks.
- The rear camera is 5 MP, capable of recording video at 720p@30fps, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
- The device is equipped with a 1400 mAh battery, which does not support fast or wireless charging.
- It operates on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) and lacks stereo speakers but includes a standard headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of HDR in the display limits viewing quality in bright conditions.
- Overall, the XOLO A500S is a basic smartphone suitable for users with minimal requirements.
- Special features are limited, focusing primarily on core functionalities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionFor India
Display
Size4"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek MT6572W
CPUDual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUMali-400
Memory4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1400 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions125 x 63.2 x 9 mm (4.92 x 2.49 x 0.35 in)
Weight120 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Red, Blue
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes