First Release | September 12, 2023 |
Colors | Honey Dew Green |
Connectivity | |
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Network | 2G, 3G, 4G |
SIM | Dual Nano SIM |
WLAN | ✅ WiFi 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz, Wi-Fi hotspot |
Bluetooth | ✅ |
GPS | ✅ A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo |
Radio | ✅ |
USB | v2.0 |
OTG | ✅ |
USB Type-C | ✅ |
Body | |
Style | Punch-hole |
Material | Glass front & back, plastic frame |
Water Resistance | ✖ |
Dimensions | 163.8 x 76.3 x 7.96 millimeters |
Weight | 188 grams |
Display | |
Size | 6.7 inches |
Resolution | Full HD+ 1080 x 2400 pixels (394 ppi) |
Technology | AMOLED Touchscreen |
Protection | ✅ Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
Features | 120Hz refresh rate, always-on display, 500 nits peak brightness |
Widevine L1 | ✖ (Widevine L3) |
Back Camera | |
Resolution | Triple 108+2+0.08 Megapixel |
Features | PDAF, LED flash, f/1.8, night mode, macro, HDR & more |
Camera2 API | ✅ Manual camera / GCAM support |
Video Recording | 2K (1440p@30fps), EIS (1080p@30fps), slow.mo, time lapse |
Front Camera | |
Resolution | 16 Megapixel |
Features | F/2.0 aperture, display flash & more |
Camera2 API | ✅ Manual camera / GCAM support |
Video Recording | 2K (1440p@30fps), 1080p@30fps |
Battery | |
Type and Capacity | Lithium-polymer 5000 mAh (non-removable) |
Fast Charging | ✅ 18W Fast Charging (0-100% in 1 hour and 45 minutes) |
Performance | |
Operating System | Android 13 |
Chipset | MediaTek Helio G99 (6 nm) |
RAM | 6 GB |
Processor | Octa-core, 2.2 GHz |
GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
AnTuTu Score | 343995 (v9) |
Storage | |
ROM | 128 GB (uMCP5) |
MicroSD Slot | ✅ Uses SIM2 slot (up to 512 GB) |
Sound | |
3.5mm Jack | ✅ |
Noise Cancel. Mic. | ✅ |
Features | Loudspeaker |
Security | |
Fingerprint | ✅ Side-mounted |
Face Unlock | ✅ |
Others | |
Sensors | Fingerprint, Accelerometer, Proximity, Gyroscope, E-Compass |
Manufactured by | Symphony |
Made in | Bangladesh |
Sar Value |
Symphony Helio 80 is a smartphone that has absolutely shifted the official smartphone market of Bangladesh. Upside down, 180º, whatever you may call it, but there is no going back from here. Right here, we are writing history. The phone is priced at BDT 16,999 and there is a good demand for phones around this cost. But it has always been very hard to find something that can completely satisfy someone. Helio 80 by Symphony has proven the market wrong and came as a solid and bold player. It is a full-on all rounder that can satisfy any user. Whether it be a gamer, a hobby mobile photographer, a content watcher, an internet browser, or someone who loves the design. This phone packs it all.
Think about this. A 6.7-inch large Full HD+ AMOLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 front and a glass back. What? Yes, you’ll get it all here. Where is the punchline? There is none. Symphony is giving it all. Ok, the body is not splash resistant and with the 500 nits you may feel a bit low brightness under direct sunlight. It’s not perfect but still not unreasonable for the cost. The rear camera has up to 2K recording and EIS with 1080p recording. It’s never the case that you’ll have stabilization for this price. A big thumbs up to Symphony Mobile. The 108 MP main camera shots looked great in daylight conditions. The 16 MP selfie camera is also pretty excellent.
You may get around one and a half day backup for regular usage with the 5000 mAh battery and 6 plus hours screen on time for heavy usage. The 18W charger takes around 2 hours to fully charge it. MediaTek Helio G99 with 6 GB RAM, 128 GB uMCP5 ROM is simply mind-boggling for this cost in the official market. Then there is a noise cancellation microphone and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. Yes, it took some time for us to process it. But if you want an all in one package with an official warranty and you can pay this price, grab this gadget with your eyes closed.
Pros | Cons |
✔ Fine design, glass back | ✘ Not splash proof |
✔ Full HD+ AMOLED 120Hz display | ✘ Slightly lower 500 nits peak brightness |
✔ Gorilla Glass 5 screen protection | ✘ OS and security update policy is not mentioned |
✔ Excellent quality cameras | |
✔ 5000 mAh battery, 18W fast charging | |
✔ Great performance with Helio G99 chipset | |
✔ 6 GB RAM, 128 GB uMCP5 ROM | |
✔ Stylish side-mounted fingerprint sensor | |
✔ Noise cancellation microphone | |
✔ Fine sound quality | |
✔ Android 13 |