T-Mobile MDA Basic
The T-Mobile MDA Basic is a budget-focused device, powered by the TI OMAP 850, built for basic everyday tasks (2009).
2009 · Entry-level · Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professionalⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size2.8" · 105 x 59 x 16 mm (4.13 x 2.32 x 0.63 in)
ChipsetTI OMAP 850
RAM128MB
Storage128MB | 256MB
Main Camera2 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓128GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 110g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic TI OMAP 850 for simple tasks only
✗2 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 143 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
TI OMAP 850
Entry-level — basic tasks only
OS
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
RAM
128MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
143 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
2 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1100 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
110g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
105 x 59 x 16 mm (4.13 x 2.32 x 0.63 in)
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the T-Mobile MDA Basic does not support 5G — it supports GSM.
Yes, the T-Mobile MDA Basic supports microSD expandable storage.
The T-Mobile MDA Basic SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
No, the T-Mobile MDA Basic does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The T-Mobile MDA Basic uses miniUSB.
The T-Mobile MDA Basic supports Wi-Fi 802.11b/g.
The T-Mobile MDA Basic has 2.0, A2DP.
