Category Breakdown
Allview Simply S5
Philips X518
Performance
3.08.3
Camera
39.611.2
Display
32.326.3
Battery
12.915.9
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
10.96.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
13.99.4
Summary
- The Allview Simply S5 and Philips X518 both feature a 2.8-inch TFT display with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, offering similar visual quality.
- In terms of build quality, the Simply S5 is slightly bulkier at 123 x 56 x 10.2 mm and weighs 113.6g, while the X518 is more compact at 104 x 57 x 14.3 mm and lighter at 108g.
- Performance-wise, the Simply S5 lacks RAM specifications, whereas the X518 includes 1GB of RAM, which may enhance its multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 2 MP rear camera without optical image stabilization, but the X518 can record video at CIF@15fps, while the Simply S5 does not specify video capabilities.
- The Simply S5 has a 1280 mAh battery, whereas the X518 offers a slightly larger 1530 mAh battery, potentially providing longer usage.
- Lastly, the Simply S5 includes a headphone jack, while the X518 does not, which may affect audio connectivity preferences.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Allview Simply S5
Philips X518
General
Release Date
2013
2011
Announced
2013
2011
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
2.8"
2.8"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~143 ppi density)
PPI
240
240
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
0
N/A
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
N/A
1MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
2 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
CIF@15fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1280 mAh
1530 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1280 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1530 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
123 x 56 x 10.2 mm (4.84 x 2.20 x 0.40 in)
104 x 57 x 14.3 mm (4.09 x 2.24 x 0.56 in)
Weight
113.6 g
108 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Network
GSM
GSM
Network Speed
N/A
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
2.0
2.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
miniUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
No
Software & Security
Operating System
N/A
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A

