Philips S388
The Philips S388 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.5" · 131 x 67.1 x 9.1 mm (5.16 x 2.64 x 0.36 in)
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓4.5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 136.5g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,700 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 245 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, Q3. Released 2014, Q3
💻 Display
Sharpness
245 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,700 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 1700 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
136.5g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
131 x 67.1 x 9.1 mm (5.16 x 2.64 x 0.36 in)
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Philips S388 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
No, the Philips S388 does not have NFC.
Yes, the Philips S388 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
Yes, the Philips S388 supports dual SIM (Dual SIM).
Yes, the Philips S388 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Philips S388 ships with Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean).
The Philips S388 uses microUSB 2.0.
The Philips S388 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g.
The Philips S388 has 3.0, A2DP.
