QMobile Noir A500

NETWORK
Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100
Speed HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
LAUNCH
Announced 2013, July. Released 2013, July
Status Discontinued
BODY
Dimensions 136 x 67 x 9.6 mm (5.35 x 2.64 x 0.38 in)
Weight
SIM Dual SIM (dual stand-by)
DISPLAY
Type TFT, 256K colors
Size 4.5 inches, 55.8 cm2 (~61.2% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PLATFORM
OS Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset Mediatek MT6589M (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU PowerVR SGX544
MEMORY
Card slot microSDHC
Internal 4GB 512MB RAM
MAIN CAMERA
Single 5 MP
Features LED flash
Video Yes
SELFIE CAMERA
Single VGA
Video
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 Stereo FM radio
USB microUSB 2.0
FEATURES
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
BATTERY
Type Li-Ion 1800 mAh battery
MISC
Colors Black
Price About 130 EUR

QMobile Noir A500 Specifications Overview

Launched in July 2013, the QMobile Noir A500 is an entry-level smartphone that caters to users looking for basic functionalities within a compact and affordable package. It’s designed to meet the needs of those transitioning to smartphones or seeking a simple, no-frills mobile experience.

Key Specifications

  • Display: The Noir A500 features a 4.5-inch display, providing a modest screen size for browsing, social media, and light media consumption. The resolution ensures that text and images are sufficiently clear for everyday use.
  • Processor and Memory: Powered by a MediaTek MT6589M chipset, the device houses a quad-core processor, which, coupled with 512 MB of RAM, offers basic performance for standard tasks and light multitasking. With 4 GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD, users have the option to store essential apps and media.
  • Camera: It includes a 5 MP primary camera, enabling users to capture photos and videos for social media and personal archives. The camera functionality reflects the device’s positioning as an entry-level phone.
  • Battery: A 1800 mAh battery powers the device, aiming to provide enough battery life to get through a day of light to moderate use.
  • Software: Running on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, the Noir A500 offers access to a wide array of apps and services from the Google Play Store, though it may not support the latest apps due to its older operating system version.