Archos 55 Cobalt Plus
$120
Overview
Archos 55 Cobalt Plus is a budget Android smartphone released in 2016 with a 5.5-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 625 chipset, 13 main camera, and 2700 mAh battery.
Priced at $120, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Archos 55 Cobalt Plus
The display of Archos 55 Cobalt Plus measures 5.5 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 350 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 720x1280 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Archos 55 Cobalt Plus features 1 rear cameras: 13 main. Video recording supports up to 720p.
The battery of Archos 55 Cobalt Plus has 2700mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 180 min minutes.
The performance of Archos 55 Cobalt Plus is powered by the Snapdragon 625 chipset with Mali-T720MP2 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 800 single-core and 2800 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 60000.
The memory of Archos 55 Cobalt Plus offers 2GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is 16GB 2GB RAM. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Archos 55 Cobalt Plus includes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 4.0.
The build of Archos 55 Cobalt Plus weighs 130.0g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 152.5 x 77 x 8.3 mm.
The software of Archos 55 Cobalt Plus runs Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) with Stock Android. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Archos 55 Cobalt Plus
Archos 55 Cobalt Plus has a 13 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Archos 55 Cobalt Plus with Snapdragon 625 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
Archos 55 Cobalt Plus receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Archos 55 Cobalt Plus has a 2700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Archos 55 Cobalt Plus at $120 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Archos 55 Cobalt Plus supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 180 min minutes.
Archos 55 Cobalt Plus is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Archos 55 Cobalt Plus has a 5.5-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 350 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The Archos 55 Cobalt Plus delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.5"
Main Camera
13
Chipset
Snapdragon 625
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | N/A |
| 5G mmWave Bands | N/A |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | N/A |
Launch
| Announced | 2016 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $180 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 152.5 x 77 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 130.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Black"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.5 |
| Resolution (px) | 720x1280 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 401 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 71.0 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 350 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 240 |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 625 |
| CPU | Quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Mali-T720MP2 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X9 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 800 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 2800 |
| AnTuTu Score | 60000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 2GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | 16GB 2GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 13 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/3.06 |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/1.9, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 720p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 13 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5 |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | basic |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | N/A |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | N/A |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | AAC, MP3 |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | N/A |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Front-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | N/A |
| Color Temp Sensor | N/A |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2700 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 90 min |
| Full Charge Time | 180 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5V/1A |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Stock Android |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | N/A |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, USB cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!