Philips Xenium X501
The Philips Xenium X501 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2009).
2009 · Entry-levelⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size2.2" · 110 x 47.2 x 15.3 mm (4.33 x 1.86 x 0.60 in)
Storage60MB
Main Camera2 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 129g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗2 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 182 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotographyMedia consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2009, September. Released 2010, January
💻 Display
Sharpness
182 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT, 256K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1800 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
129g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
110 x 47.2 x 15.3 mm (4.33 x 1.86 x 0.60 in)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Philips Xenium X501 does not support 5G — it supports GSM.
Yes, the Philips Xenium X501 supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The Philips Xenium X501 SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
No, the Philips Xenium X501 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Philips Xenium X501 uses miniUSB 2.0.
The Philips Xenium X501 supports No.
The Philips Xenium X501 has 2.0, A2DP.
