HMD Arc
The HMD Arc is an upcoming smartphone featuring a 6.52-inch IPS LCD display, a capable 13MP main camera, and powered by the 9863A chipset. It boasts a robust 5000mAh battery with 10W charging capabilities. While it has been launched in Thailand, it has not yet made its debut in India.
HMD ArcKey specifications
ProcessorUnisoc 9863A (28 nm)
Display6.52" IPS LCD 60Hz
Battery5000mAh (Li-ion) · 10Watt (wired)
Rear Camera13MP · 5MP (Secondary)
Front Camera5MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4 / 64GB, eMMC 5.1
DesignPlastic
OSAndroid Go 14, HMD Android
HMD Arc — expected price in India
HMD Arc has an Est. ₹7,000 based on leaks and expected launch data. Official India pricing is not confirmed yet.
HMD ArcKey specifications
ProcessorUnisoc 9863A (28 nm)
Display6.52" IPS LCD 60Hz
Battery5000mAh (Li-ion) · 10Watt (wired)
Rear Camera13MP · 5MP (Secondary)
Front Camera5MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4 / 64GB, eMMC 5.1
DesignPlastic
OSAndroid Go 14, HMD Android
HMD Arc — Full specifications
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General
BrandHMD
Model NameHMD Arc
Launch CountryIndia
Launch15 May 2024
Availability15 May 2024
Launch PriceEst. ₹7,000
ColorsShadow Black
Box ContentsPhone, 10W Charger, Type-C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, Case
Performance
ProcessorUnisoc 9863A (28 nm)
CPU CoresOcta-core
OverclockNo
Graphics Processor (GPU)IMG 8322
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR4 / 64GB, eMMC 5.1
Display
Screen Size6.52 inches (16.56 cms)
Display TypeIPS LCD, 60 Hz Refresh Rate, SDR
Form FactorFlat
ResolutionHD, 576 x 1280 pixels, 20:9 (215 ppi), 8-bit 16.7 Million Colours, 460 nits(Peak Brightness)
Peak Brightness460 nits
Display Refresh Rate60 Hz
Aspect Ratio20:9
Pixel Density215 pixels per inch (ppi)
Display Area80.2% Screen To Body Ratio
Design
Height6.55 inches (166.4 mm)
Width3.03 inches (76.9 mm)
Thickness0.35 inches (8.95 mm)
Weight185.4 grams
Frame MaterialPlastic Frame
Back MaterialPlastic
Front MaterialGlass
PortsUSB Type-C, 3.5mm Headphone Jack
ColorsShadow Black
Camera
Rear camera setupDual
Rear camera (Primary)13 MP resolution, Primary lens
Rear camera (Secondary)5 MP resolution, Secondary lens
Front camera setupSingle
Front camera (Primary)5 MP resolution, Selfie lens, Sensor: 5 MP, (Single)
Video Resolution (Rear)1080p@30fps
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery TypeLi-ion
Wired Charging10 W
Fast Wired ChargingYes
Wireless ChargingNo
Reverse Wireless ChargingNo
Bypass ChargingNo
Connectivity
SIM (specs)Dual SIM
Mobile Technology4G
Network Speed4G
Cellular / Networknano-SIM
Wi-FiWi-Fi 4 802.11 a/b/g/n
Bluetoothtrue
Bluetooth Version5.2
Positioning / GNSSAGPS, Galileo, GPS
USB (specs line)USB Type-C, 3.5mm Headphone Jack
NFCNo
GPSNo
USB OTGNo
Software
Operating SystemAndroid Go 14, HMD Android
Storage & Memory
RAM4GB, LPDDR4
Internal Storage64GB, eMMC 5.1
Expandable StorageYes
Audio
3.5mm Audio JackYes
Speaker SetupLoudspeaker, No Tuning
HMD ArcKey Highlights
Processor
Unisoc 9863A (28 nm)
Display
6.52"
Battery
5000mAh
Rear Camera
13MP
Front Camera
5MP
Design
Plastic
RAM/Storage
4GB, LPDDR4/64GB, eMMC 5.1
Connectivity
nano-SIM
HMD Arc In the Box Items
Phone, 10W Charger, Type-C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool, Case
Pros & Cons
Pros
What we liked about this device
- Powered by reliable Unisoc 9863A (28 nm) processor
- Immersive 6.52-inch display for gaming and media
- High capacity 5000mAh battery with 10W fast charging
- 13MP camera for everyday capture
Cons
Trade-offs you should consider
- Modest front camera resolution
- Standard charging speed
