HMD Arc

Name: HMD Arc
Brand: HMD

The HMD Arc is a budget-focused device, powered by the Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks, with a 5,000 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2025).

2025 · Lower-mid-range · Android 14 (Go edition)

Overall

C+

Performance

C+

Display

C+

Battery

B+

Camera

Charging

Software

ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.

⚡ Quick Specs

Size6.52" · 166.4 x 76.9 x 9 mm (6.55 x 3.03 x 0.35 in)

ChipsetUnisoc SC9863A (28 nm)

RAM4GB

Storage64GB

Main Camera13 MP · LED flash

⚖️ Compare With

✓︎ Pros

✓Long 5,000 mAh battery, easily lasts a full day

✓6.52" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles

✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters

⊗ Cons

✗Basic Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm) for simple tasks only

✗Lower-resolution 215 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection

⚠️ Not ideal for

GamingMultitaskingMedia consumption

ℹ️ Overview

Status

Available

Announced

2024, December 18

⚙️ Performance

Chipset

Unisoc SC9863A (28 nm)

Entry-level — basic tasks only

CPU

Octa-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)

GPU

IMG8322

Android 14 (Go edition)

RAM

4GB

Fine for everyday apps

Storage

64GB

Memory Card

microSDXC

💻 Display

Size

6.52"

Resolution

576×1280

Sharpness

215 ppi

Pixels visible at normal viewing distance

Panel

IPS LCD, 460 nits (peak)

IPS: accurate colours, good brightness

📷 Camera

Main Camera

13 MP

Capable for everyday photos

Main Video

Yes

Main Camera Features

LED flash, panorama

Selfie

5 MP

Selfie Video

Yes

🔋 Battery

Capacity

5,000 mAh

Solid day-to-day battery life

Type

5000 mAh

Charging

10W wired

📱 Design & Build

Weight

185.4g

Balanced size and weight

Dimensions

166.4 x 76.9 x 9 mm (6.55 x 3.03 x 0.35 in)

SIM

Nano-SIM

Colors

Black

Sensors

Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity

📶 Network

Technology

GSM / HSPA / LTE

Speed

HSPA, LTE

2G Bands

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G Bands

HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100

📡 Connectivity

WiFi

Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n

Bluetooth

5.2, A2DP, LE

NFC

GPS

GPS, GALILEO

USB

USB Type-C

🔊 Sound

3.5mm Jack

Yes

Loudspeaker

Yes

Radio

FM radio

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

No, the HMD Arc does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.

No, the HMD Arc does not have NFC.

No, the HMD Arc charges via cable only — no wireless charging.

Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).

The HMD Arc is rated IP54 — IP54 dust protected and water resistant (water splashes) - EU only.

Yes, the HMD Arc supports microSDXC expandable storage.

The HMD Arc SIM configuration: Nano-SIM.

Yes, the HMD Arc has a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Speaker setup: Yes.

The HMD Arc ships with Android 14 (Go edition).

The HMD Arc uses USB Type-C.

The HMD Arc supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.

The HMD Arc has 5.2, A2DP, LE.

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