Maxwest Astro 6
#6398
verykool s5030 Helix II
#4993Category Breakdown
Maxwest Astro 6
verykool s5030 Helix II
Performance
42.341.7
Camera
14.127.9
Display
55.256.5
Battery
24.220.4
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
30.232.5
Audio
8.971.5
Overall
23.929.9
Summary
- The Maxwest Astro 6 features a larger 6.0-inch IPS LCD display with a lower resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 184 ppi, while the verykool s5030 Helix II has a 5.0-inch IPS LCD display with a higher resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels and a density of around 294 ppi.
- Both devices are powered by quad-core processors, but the Astro 6 uses the Mediatek MT6582M, whereas the Helix II has the MT6580, with similar RAM and storage configurations.
- In terms of camera capabilities, both have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Helix II can record video at 1080p, compared to the Astro 6's 720p.
- The Astro 6 has a larger 3000 mAh battery, while the Helix II is equipped with a 2200 mAh battery.
- Software-wise, the Astro 6 runs on Android 4.4.2, whereas the Helix II operates on a more recent Android 5.1, providing a potentially better software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Maxwest Astro 6
verykool s5030 Helix II
General
Release Date
2015
2016
Announced
2015
2016
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
6"
5"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~184 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
540
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Asahi Dragontrail Glass
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6582M (28 nm)
Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Mali-400MP2
Mali-400MP2
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC
microSDHC
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, AF
8 MP, f/2.8, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash, panorama
Front Camera
2 MP
5 MP, f/2.8
Front Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Video Recording
720p
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
2200 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2200 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
166 x 84 x 8.8 mm (6.54 x 3.31 x 0.35 in)
147.1 x 72 x 7.5 mm (5.79 x 2.83 x 0.30 in)
Weight
150 g
132 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Black, Blue, Red
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (dual stand-by)
Nano-SIM + Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes, dual speakers
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity