Archos 53 Platinum
The Archos 53 Platinum is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play, built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Entry-level · Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5.3" · 153.6 x 78 x 9.3 mm (6.05 x 3.07 x 0.37 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play
RAM1GB
Storage4GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5.3" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8225Q Snapdragon S4 Play
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5
OS
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
208 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2800 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
189.9g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
153.6 x 78 x 9.3 mm (6.05 x 3.07 x 0.37 in)
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, DLNA
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Archos 53 Platinum does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Archos 53 Platinum does not have NFC.
Yes, the Archos 53 Platinum supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Archos 53 Platinum supports dual SIM (Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)).
Yes, the Archos 53 Platinum has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Archos 53 Platinum ships with Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean).
The Archos 53 Platinum uses microUSB 2.0.
The Archos 53 Platinum supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, DLNA.
The Archos 53 Platinum has 3.0, A2DP, EDR.
