Balmuda Phone

The Balmuda Phone may suit someone looking for a compact, lightweight phone with a highly detailed display. Its main trade-offs are a small 2,500 mAh battery and a 13.7 mm-thick body, substantial for a phone with a 4.9-inch screen.

The display’s 449 ppi pixel density is among the highest of its time, while its 138 g weight is among the lowest. A Qualcomm Snapdragon 765 powers the phone, and its AnTuTu score of 481,227 is better than most phones launched around the same time. The configuration has 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage, with no storage expansion.

The 48 MP rear camera records video at 1080p and 30 fps, but does not have optical image stabilization. Connectivity includes 5G, NFC, USB Type-C, and Bluetooth 5.2, with support for a single SIM. The battery supports wireless and fast charging, though its capacity is among the weakest of its time. The body has IPX4 resistance.

With an overall NeoScore of 3.5, the Balmuda Phone is a better fit for someone who prioritizes compact dimensions, low weight, and display density and can accept a small battery and thick body. It is not suited to someone seeking high battery capacity. Its clearest strengths are the high-density screen and light weight, while the battery’s capacity and body thickness are its main drawbacks.