Razer Phone 2 (2018) review

Razer announced the launch of the Phone 2 smartphone in 2018. The manufacturer is offering the Razer Phone 2 phone with 5.72 inches display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, 8 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage.

The Razer Phone 2 comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box, and a Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable battery. The 5.72 inches phone comes with IGZO display (1440 x 2560 px). IGZO is developed by Sharp, this screen technology is a promising technology and represents a breakthrough for the screen with efficient energy consumption.

Razer Phone 2 specifications

Body

The dimensions of this Razer phone are average (6.24 x 3.11 x 0.33 inches).

System

The Razer Phone 2 comes with Android OS v8.1 (Oreo) out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS.

Display

The size of Phone 2 screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. The 5.72 inches IGZO display of Razer Phone 2 with 1440 x 2560 px resolution is multitouch capable.

Memory

The internal memory of Razer Phone 2 (8 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (64 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card.

Camera

The camera of the Phone 2 is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of Phone 2 has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Connectivity

The Razer Phone 2 supports 2G, 3G and 4G/LTE networks. This phone has a built-in GPS. GPS is a highly accurate navigation system using signals from satellites to determine a location on the Earth's surface, irrespective of weather conditions. Most phones have a GPS unit on board. The Phone 2 comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Phone 2 phone doesn't have built-in FM radio.

Battery

The Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of Phone 2 isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. The Phone 2 phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Razer phones comes with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear. The Phone 2 is a safe and durable IP67 dustproof and waterproof smartphone built for outdoor usage. This smartphone supports fast charging technology, which comes in handy when you need quick juice on your device. The Phone 2 comes with wireless charging. Wireless charging uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects through electromagnetic induction.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Razer Phone 2, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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