| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $160.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 140 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
|
| Launch | Announced | 2009, April |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 111 x 45 x 16.6 mm (4.37 x 1.77 x 0.65 in) |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | TFT, 256K colors |
| Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), EMUI Lite 2 |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6582 (28 nm) | |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7 | |
| GPU | Mali-400MP2 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
| Phonebook | Yes, Photocall | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | 2 MP |
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | SQCIF@15fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 5 MP, f/2.4, 22mm (wide) |
| Features | No | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | 2.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | miniUSB | |
| Features | Features |
Extra standby/talk time with any AAA battery MP3/WAV/AAC/MP4 player Calendar Lunar calendar Countdown timer International converter Euro converter Organizer Voice memo |
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/HTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion 1050 mAh battery |
| Stand-by | Up to 740 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 8 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Silver, Black, Red |
| SAR | 1.01 W/kg (head) | |
| SAR EU | 1.04 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 160 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Philips Xenium X520
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 Philips Xenium X520 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 1050mAh removable battery, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Philips Xenium X520 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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