| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $883.33 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2004, Q4 |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 83.5 x 45 x 23.1 mm (3.29 x 1.77 x 0.91 in) |
| Weight | 98 g (3.46 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Size | 1.9 inches, 30 x 37 mm, 11.4 cm2 (~30.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels (~108 ppi density) | |
| Features | Second external CSTN display, 4096 colors Wallpapers, themes Downloadable pictures | |
| Platform | OS | Android v16 |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 9500 | |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x4.21 GHz C1-Ultra & 3x3.5 GHz C1-Premium & 4x2.7 GHz C1-Pro) | |
| GPU | Mali-G1 Ultra MC12 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 20MB | |
| Phonebook | 500 x 8 fields, Photo call | |
| Call records | 30 dialed, 30 received, 30 missed calls | |
| Features | 1000 short messages | |
| Main Camera | Single | VGA |
| Features | Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 5 MP |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 3840x2160, 1920x1080 | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | No |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic ringtones, composer | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Features | Features | Predictive text input Media viewer Organizer |
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | 3 + 2 pre-loaded Java games + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 700 mAh battery |
| Charging | 100W wired, 100W PPS, PD3.0, QC4 | |
| Stand-by | Up to 180 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h | |
| Misc | Colors | 3 - Electric Blue, Cool Pink, Funky Gold |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the BenQ A500
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- Rudimentary camera sensor designed only for basic snapshot documentation
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the BenQ A500 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. A rudimentary camera sensor is included for quick, practical snapshots when documenting basic references.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a 700mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the BenQ A500 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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