HMD Pulse
The HMD Pulse is an upcoming smartphone that boasts a vibrant 6.56-inch IPS LCD screen and a capable 13MP primary camera. Powered by the T606 chipset, it offers a substantial 5000mAh battery with 10W charging. Although it has been launched in Europe, it has yet to make its debut in India.
HMD PulseKey specifications
ProcessorUnisoc T606 (12 nm), 246197 Antutu Score
Display6.56" IPS LCD 90Hz
Battery5000mAh (Li-ion) · 10Watt (wired)
Rear Camera13MP · 8MP (Secondary)
Front Camera8MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR3 / 64GB, eMMC 5.1
DesignPlastic
OSAndroid 14, HMD Android
HMD Pulse — expected price in India
HMD Pulse has an Est. ₹13,000 based on leaks and expected launch data. Official India pricing is not confirmed yet.
HMD PulseKey specifications
ProcessorUnisoc T606 (12 nm), 246197 Antutu Score
Display6.56" IPS LCD 90Hz
Battery5000mAh (Li-ion) · 10Watt (wired)
Rear Camera13MP · 8MP (Secondary)
Front Camera8MP
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR3 / 64GB, eMMC 5.1
DesignPlastic
OSAndroid 14, HMD Android
HMD Pulse — Full specifications
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General
BrandHMD
Model NameHMD Pulse
Launch CountryIndia
Launch15 May 2024
Availability15 May 2024
Launch PriceEst. ₹13,000
ColorsMeteor Black, Dreamy Pink, Atmos Blue
Box ContentsPhone, Type-C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool
Performance
ProcessorUnisoc T606 (12 nm), 246197 Antutu Score
CPU CoresOcta-core
OverclockNo
Graphics Processor (GPU)Mali-G57 MP1
RAM/Storage4GB, LPDDR3 / 64GB, eMMC 5.1
Display
Screen Size6.56 inches (16.66 cms)
Display TypeIPS LCD, 90 Hz Refresh Rate, SDR
Form FactorFlat
Resolution ClassHD+
ResolutionHD+, 720 x 1612 pixels, 20:9 (265 ppi), 8-bit colours, 70% NTSC, 600 nits(High Brightness), 480 nits(Typical Brightness)
Peak Brightness600 nits
Display Refresh Rate90 Hz
Aspect Ratio20:9
Pixel Density265 pixels per inch (ppi)
Display Area86.8% Screen To Body Ratio
Design
Height6.42 inches (163.19 mm)
Width2.95 inches (75.02 mm)
Thickness0.33 inches (8.45 mm)
Weight187 grams
Frame MaterialPlastic Frame
Back MaterialPlastic
Front MaterialGlass
PortsUSB Type-C 2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, OTG
ColorsMeteor Black, Dreamy Pink, Atmos Blue
Camera
Rear camera setupDual
Rear camera (Primary)13 MP resolution, Primary lens
Rear camera (Secondary)8 MP resolution, Secondary lens
Front camera setupSingle
Front camera (Primary)8 MP resolution, Selfie lens, Sensor: 8 MP
Video Resolution (Rear)1080p@30fps, HDR
Video Resolution (Front)1080@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 / NetworkDual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Hotspot, Dual Band
Bluetoothtrue
Bluetooth Version5
Positioning / GNSSA-GPS, GALILEO, GPS
USB (specs line)USB Type-C 2.0, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, OTG
NFCYes
GPSNo
USB OTGNo
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 14, HMD Android
Storage & Memory
RAM4GB, LPDDR3
Internal Storage64GB, eMMC 5.1
Expandable StorageYes
Audio
3.5mm Audio JackYes
Speaker SetupLoudspeaker (OZO Audio), OZO Spatial audio
HMD PulseKey Highlights
Processor
Unisoc T606 (12 nm), 246197 Antutu Score
Display
6.56"
Battery
5000mAh
Rear Camera
13MP
Front Camera
8MP
Design
Plastic
RAM/Storage
4GB, LPDDR3/64GB, eMMC 5.1
Connectivity
Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
HMD Pulse In the Box Items
Phone, Type-C Cable, SIM Ejector Tool
Pros & Cons
Pros
What we liked about this device
- Powered by reliable Unisoc T606 (12 nm), 246197 Antutu Score processor
- Immersive 6.56-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
