T-Mobile Prism
The T-Mobile Prism is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2012).
2012 · Entry-level · Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.5" · 116.3 x 60.2 x 12.2 mm (4.58 x 2.37 x 0.48 in)
Storage512MB
Main Camera15 MP
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 125g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,400 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Lower-resolution 165 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMedia consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2012, May. Released 2012, May
⚙️ Performance
OS
Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)
💻 Display
Sharpness
165 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT, 256K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
15 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,400 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
125g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
116.3 x 60.2 x 12.2 mm (4.58 x 2.37 x 0.48 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the T-Mobile Prism does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Yes, the T-Mobile Prism supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The T-Mobile Prism SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the T-Mobile Prism has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The T-Mobile Prism ships with Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread).
The T-Mobile Prism uses microUSB 2.0.
The T-Mobile Prism supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot.
The T-Mobile Prism has 2.1, A2DP, EDR.
