PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH review: worth buying?
Created date: 2018-02-24 22:45:48, Updated date: 2018-09-30 22:45:48
We've conducted a detailed review of the PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH, looking into its battery, how easy it is to use the camera, and whether the CPU performance is high or low. Not only that, but we've also evaluated how portable and easy to hold it is, as well as how nice the display is.
Summary of rating |
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Assessment Items | Scores |
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Portability | 82/100 |
Screen size | 53/100 |
Screen clarity | 53/100 |
Battery duration | 33/100 |
Processing capability | 1/100 |
Multitasking | 20/100 |
Camera function | 13/100 |
Contents
- 1.The merits and demerits of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
- 2.Features, Performance, and Reviews for the PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
- 2-1. PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH 's size
- 2-2.The CPU performance of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
- 2-3. PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH 's storage capacity
- 2-4. PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH 's screen
- 2-5.The camera function of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
- 2-6.The battery performance of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
- 2-7.Overall assessment of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
- 3.Specifications of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
Features, Performance, and Reviews for the PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH 's size
The "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" is 58.0mm wide, 115.0mm tall, and 12.0mm thick. It's extremely compact, and can be easily operated with one hand. In the case of the "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH", it weighs about 116.0g. The weight of this phone is such that you'll barely notice it at all even when using one-handed. As such, you shouldn't have any problems using it even for long periods of time.
The size and weight of the "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" make it very comfortable to use. If you're looking for a smartphone that is easy to handle and carry around, then this should be your first choice.
The CPU performance of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
The processing performance of the "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" is quite low at 1.4GHz×1(1.0-cores), and you may find minor issues even while browsing the internet or Twitter.
The "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" only has 1.0GB of RAM, which is fairly low. The RAM is regularly insufficient, so operation gets unstable and jerky even when using apps that are not resource intensive.
In rating the "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH"'s overall operational speed, it ranks at the low end of smartphones. It will lag and feel sluggish even during normal use. In most cases, users will feel the performance to be lacking.
PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH 's storage capacity
The "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" has 4.0GB of data storage. This is fine if you mainly use email or social media sites, but if you plan to take photos and videos or play games, you should buy an upgrade.
Since the "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" is compatible with SD cards, you'll be able to easily expand your storage capacity; you won't need to worry about how much internal space it has.
PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH 's screen
The "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" has a 3.7inch screen. It comes in a standard size, and the screen is adequate for most uses. Some users may feel that they would rather have a larger screen, however.
The resolution of the "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH"'s screen is pretty much standard. It shouldn't be a problem for normal use, but it might prove to be a bit dissatisfying for those who wish to better enjoy their photos, videos, or games.
The camera function of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
The performance of the "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH"'s main camera is rather low with only 4.9MP pixels. If you take a lot of pictures, then you'll likely be dissatisfied with what this camera has to offer.
The "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" comes equipped with a 0.3MP pixel front-facing camera, which is very low resolution. If you aren't particular about your videos or photos, it might be fine, but otherwise, we recommend a smartphone at least one tier higher.
The battery performance of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
The battery of the "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" has a capacity of 1460.0mAh, which is rather low. Compared to other smartphones, the battery life of the "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH" is not very good. It's okay if you're just using it for calls and the occasional bit of browsing, but if you're going to browse for extended periods, play games or watch videos, you want a reserve battery pack.
Overall assessment of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
The "PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH"'s performance level is that of a budget smartphone. It's a bit too weak to use as a main smartphone, so if possible you should consider something slightly more powerful. However, it should be sufficient for people that only want to use the most basic functions, like making calls and browsing the internet, and for people that don't really use smartphones much.
The merits and demerits of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
The merits of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
- Its design makes it very to carry around and hold with one hand.
- Its light and quite easy to hold.
The demerits of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
- The battery performance is not very good, so depending on what you're using it for, you might have to be careful to not run out of battery.
- The CPU performance is not very good, and will become operationally sluggish when using apps.
- The back camera is quite low-spec, so its not really suited for taking pictures to upload to social media.
- The rear-facing camera is very low resolution, so you should not think of using this smartphone as your main camera.
Specifications of PANTONE5 Softbank 107SH
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Maker | SHARP | ||||
Release date | 2012-09-07 | ||||
Color | Silver/White | ||||
OS | Android | ||||
Dimensions (width x height x thickness) | 58.0mm x 115.0mm x 12.0mm | ||||
Weight | 116.0g | ||||
Display size | 3.7inch | ||||
Display type | ASV | ||||
Screen resolution (width x height) | 480 x 854 | ||||
Pixel density | 264ppi | ||||
Battery capacity | 1460.0mAh | ||||
Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255 | ||||
CPU specs | 1.4GHz×1(1.0-cores) | ||||
RAM size | 1.0GB | ||||
Storage size | 4.0GB | ||||
Rear-camera resolution | 4.9MP | ||||
Front-camera resolution | 0.3MP |