HMD Barbie
$60
Overview
HMD Barbie is a budget iOS smartphone released in 2024 with a 2.8-inch TFT LCD, Snapdragon 215 chipset, 0.3 main camera, and 1450 mAh battery.
Priced at $60, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of HMD Barbie
The display of HMD Barbie measures 2.8 inches with TFT LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 250 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 240x320 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HMD Barbie features 1 rear cameras: 0.3 main. Video recording supports up to Yes.
The battery of HMD Barbie has 1450mAh capacity with 2.5 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 240 min minutes.
The performance of HMD Barbie is powered by the Snapdragon 215 chipset with Adreno 308 (USA) GPU. Geekbench scores reach 100 single-core and 200 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 30000.
The connectivity of HMD Barbie includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (USA only), and Bluetooth 5.0.
The build of HMD Barbie weighs 123.5g with Plastic frame and Plastic back. Dimensions measure 201 x 55.1 x 10.9 mm.
The software of HMD Barbie runs KaiOS 3.1 (USA only) with KaiOS. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HMD Barbie
HMD Barbie with Snapdragon 215 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.
HMD Barbie receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, HMD Barbie supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
HMD Barbie has a 1450mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HMD Barbie at $60 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
HMD Barbie supports 2.5 wired charging with full charge in approximately 240 min minutes.
HMD Barbie is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HMD Barbie has a 2.8-inch TFT LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 250 nits peak brightness.
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Verdict
The HMD Barbie 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
2.8"
Main Camera
0.3
Chipset
Snapdragon 215
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2024 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, August 28 |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $80 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 201 x 55.1 x 10.9 mm |
| Weight (g) | 123.5 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Plastic |
| Back Finish | Plastic |
| Colors | ["Power Pink"] |
| IP Rating | N/A |
| Rugged Certifications | N/A |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | 0x0x0 |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | TFT LCD |
| Size (inches) | 2.8 |
| Resolution (px) | 240x320 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 143 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 21.9 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 250 |
| HDR Standards | N/A |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 16 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | N/A |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | KaiOS 3.1 (USA only) |
| Update Policy | 1 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 215 |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Cortex-A7 - INTQuad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 - USA |
| GPU | Adreno 308 (USA) |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X5 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 100 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 200 |
| AnTuTu Score | 30000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | N/A |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 4GB |
| Storage Type | 4GB 512MB RAM, 128MB 64MB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 4.5 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDHC |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | basic |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 0.3 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/5 inch |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.8, 0.3mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | Fixed Focus |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264 |
| Slow Motion | |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | N/A |
| Sensor Size | N/A |
| Aperture | N/A |
| AF/OIS | N/A |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 480p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | N/A |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac |
| DAC/Amp | N/A |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (USA only) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (USA only) |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | Yes (USA) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 1450 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 2.5 |
| Wired Standard | micro-usb |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 120 min |
| Full Charge Time | 240 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 5W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | KaiOS 3.1 (USA only) |
| Update Window | 1 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | KaiOS |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Basic |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, 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!