Plum Axe LTE

NETWORK
Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 1900
4G bands 2, 4, 12, 17
Speed HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced 2015, September. Released 2015, December
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 128.8 x 58.2 x 8.9 mm (5.07 x 2.29 x 0.35 in)
Weight 124 g (4.37 oz)
SIM Dual SIM
DISPLAY
Type IPS LCD
Size 4.0 inches, 44.1 cm2 (~58.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PLATFORM
OS Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Chipset Mediatek MT6580 (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU Mali-400MP2
MEMORY
Card slot microSDHC
Internal 8GB 1GB RAM
MAIN CAMERA
Single 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 720p@30fps
SELFIE CAMERA
Single 1.3 MP
Video
ADVERTISEMENT
SOUND
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
COMMS
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP
Positioning GPS
NFC No
Radio FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
FEATURES
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro
BATTERY
Type Li-Po 1600 mAh, removable
Stand-by Up to 830 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 19 h (3G)
MISC
Colors Black, White

Plum Axe LTE Overall Review

The Plum Axe LTE, announced in September 2015, marks a significant entry into the budget smartphone market, offering 4G LTE connectivity at an affordable price point. This device targets users who need basic smartphone functionality without the high cost associated with more advanced models.

Featuring a 4.0-inch display, the Plum Axe LTE provides a compact yet functional screen size for everyday tasks like calling, texting, and light web browsing. The device runs on a MediaTek MT6580 chipset, supported by 1 GB of RAM, ensuring that users experience smooth basic operations and app usage within the constraints of entry-level hardware.

Storage-wise, the Plum Axe LTE comes with 8 GB of internal storage, offering sufficient space for essential apps and media for the average user, with the option to expand memory via a microSD card. Photography needs are met with a modest 5 MP primary camera and a 1.3 MP front camera, suitable for basic photo-taking and video calls.

The smartphone is powered by a 1600 mAh battery, which is adequate for its hardware and screen size, ensuring that it can last through a day of typical use. The Plum Axe LTE runs on an older version of Android, providing access to a wide range of apps and services, though users might miss out on newer software features.

Pros and Cons

Pros

  • Affordable price with 4G LTE connectivity.
  • Compact and easy to handle.
  • Expandable storage via microSD card.
  • Basic functionality suitable for first-time smartphone users.

Cons

  • Limited by older hardware and software.
  • Modest camera capabilities.
  • Battery life may be insufficient for heavy users.

Plum Axe LTE