The Archos Saphir 50X is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6737VWT, built for basic everyday tasks, with a 4,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.0 (Nougat)
Overall
A
Performance
B+
Display
A
Battery
A+
Camera
B+
Software
A+
ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size5" · 146.6 x 76 x 13 mm (5.77 x 2.99 x 0.51 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6737VWT
RAM2GB
Storage16GB
Main Camera8 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Basic Mediatek MT6737VWT for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
GamingMultitaskingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Status
Discontinued
Announced
2018, April. Released 2018, April
Also Known As
For Europe
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6737VWT
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
Mali-T720MP2
OS
Android 7.0 (Nougat)
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
Storage
16GB
Memory Card
microSDXC
💻 Display
Size
5"
Resolution
720×1280
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
S-IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 4
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
1080p@30fps
Main Camera Features
LED flash
Selfie
2 MP
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,000 mAh
Adequate for moderate use
Type
Li-Ion 4000 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
210g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
146.6 x 76 x 13 mm (5.77 x 2.99 x 0.51 in)
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Black
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Speed
HSPA 42.2/11.5 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
No
GPS
GPS
USB
microUSB 2.0, OTG
🔊 Sound
3.5mm Jack
Yes
Loudspeaker
Yes
Radio
FM radio
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Archos Saphir 50X does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
No, the Archos Saphir 50X does not have NFC.
The Archos Saphir 50X is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1m for 30 min).
Yes, the Archos Saphir 50X supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Archos Saphir 50X SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Archos Saphir 50X has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Archos Saphir 50X ships with Android 7.0 (Nougat).
