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XOLO A500S IPS#7307

Released: 2013

XOLO A500S IPS

Overall Score

19.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7307)19.5
Performance(#8461)29.0
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#5998)54.4
Battery(#7869)14.0
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6826)30.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The XOLO A500S IPS features a compact design with dimensions of 125 x 63.2 x 9 mm and a weight of 120g, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
  • It has a 4.0-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 233 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a dual-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 processor paired with 4GB of storage and 512MB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera is 5 MP, capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
  • The battery capacity is 1400mAh, which may require frequent recharging under heavy use.
  • Running on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), the software experience is basic and lacks modern features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device is available in multiple colors, including black, white, red, and blue.
  • However, it does not offer water resistance or advanced audio features like stereo speakers.
  • Overall, the XOLO A500S IPS is a straightforward device suitable for users with minimal requirements.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionFor India

Display

Size4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
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 FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity1400 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1400 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions125 x 63.2 x 9 mm (4.92 x 2.49 x 0.35 in)
Weight120 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Red, Blue
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM
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

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity