Wiko Y50

The Wiko Y50 is suited to buyers looking for a basic Android phone, but its 2,200 mAh battery is a substantial compromise: its capacity is among the lowest of phones of its time. It pairs a 5-inch display with 1 GB of RAM and 32 GB of storage, expandable by card. This is not a fit for anyone prioritizing a highly detailed screen or plentiful built-in memory.

The TN TFT display has a 480 × 854 px resolution and 196 ppi, among the lowest pixel densities of phones of its time. Its 1 GB of RAM is also among the smallest memory capacities in that group of phones. The processor is a quad-core Cortex-A7 clocked at 1.3 GHz, and the operating system is Android 8.1. The rear camera is 5 MP, with an LED flash and 720p video recording at 30 fps. There is no comparative verdict to make about the camera.

Connectivity includes GSM and HSPA, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, GPS, FM radio and a 3.5 mm audio jack. It supports Nano-SIM and Micro-SIM. At 160 g, the Y50 weighs less than most phones of its time, a plus for buyers who prefer a lighter handset. Overall, this is an entry-level phone for calls and straightforward tasks, with expandable storage and a relatively low weight. The small battery, limited RAM and low display pixel density are the main compromises to weigh against that simple proposition.