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Yota YotaPhone#4628

Released: 2013

Yota YotaPhone

Overall Score

32.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4628)32.1
Performance(#4429)58.9
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#6794)17.4
Build(#1290)76.4
Connectivity(#4680)46.9
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Yota YotaPhone

Short Review

  • The Yota YotaPhone features a unique design with a glass front and back, both protected by Gorilla Glass 3, and an aluminum frame, resulting in a premium feel.
  • Its 4.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, delivering decent clarity at approximately 342 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset with a dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait CPU and Adreno 320 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM, which provides satisfactory multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera boasts a 13 MP sensor with autofocus, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is limited to 1 MP.
  • Battery capacity is 1800 mAh, which may require frequent charging due to the lack of fast or wireless charging options.
  • The device runs on Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), offering a basic user experience without the latest features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone's dimensions are 133.6 x 67 x 10 mm, and it weighs 146 grams, making it relatively compact and lightweight.
  • Available in black and white, the YotaPhone stands out with its dual-screen design, although it lacks stereo speakers and has a standard headphone jack.
  • Overall, it combines solid build quality with moderate performance and camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2012
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPUDual-core 1.7 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320
Memory32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera1 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity1800 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 1800 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions133.6 x 67 x 10 mm (5.26 x 2.64 x 0.39 in)
Weight146 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), glass back (Gorilla Glass 3), aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass