Itel P55 Plus

Itel P55 plus price in Kenya

Itel P55 plus price in Kenya is Ksh 16,000. The handset weighs 187g, measures 8.0 mm in thickness, and features a 6.6-inch IPS display with 720 x 1612 pixels resolution and 90Hz refresh rate.

The phone packs up to 8GB RAM, and 256GB ROM expandable via a microSD Card slot. It also has a capable 50MP rear camera with a 0,08 auxiliary lens and an 8MP front camera.

The phone runs on the Unisoc Tiger T606 (12nm) with an Octa-core CPU and Mali-G57 MP1 GPU. The Itel P55 is performance galore thanks to the Android 13 OS for personalized user experience and efficiency. Powering the phone is a capable 5000mAh Li-Po built-in battery charged using the USB C cable and power adapter at 18W. The phone supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, NFC, and has a USB cable for charging and file transfer. You also get a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, proximity, and gyro sensors. The phone also has GPS capabilities for navigation purposes. The Itel P55 is available in Brilliant Gold, Aurora Blue, Moonlit Black, and Starry Purple at PhonePrice Kenya.

Itel P55+ Specifications

Feature	Specs
Brand	Itel
Model	P55+ 4G
Announced Released	January 26, 2024 February 13, 2024
Price	Ksh. 16,000
RAM	4GB, 8GB
Internal Storage	128GB, 256GB
SD Card Slot	Yes
Weight	187g
Dimensions	8.0mm Thick
Display Size	Size: 6.6 inches Type: IPS LCD Refresh Rate: 90Hz Screen Resolution: 720×1612 pixels, 267ppi Features: Capacitive multitouch
Operating System	Android 13
Chipset	Unisoc Tiger T606 (12nm)
CPU	Octa-core (2 x 1.6 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.6 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU	Mali-G57 MP1
Camera	Rear Camera ·       50MP Wide ·       0.08MP Depth ·       Panorama, HDR, LED flash ·       Video recording at 1440p@30fps Selfie Camera 8MP f/2.0 Wide HDR, Face unlock, Portrait, Beauty Mode Video Recording up to 1440p@30fps
Network	GSM, HPSA, LTE
Wi-Fi & WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/5, dual-band Wi-Fi Direct Hotspot
SIM Card	Dual sim Dual standby (DSDS)
3.5mm jack	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes, v5.1
GPS	Yes, A-GPS, GPS
NFC	No
Infrared	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes
USB	USB-C 2.0 for data transfer, charging
Radio	Unspecified
Phone Lock	Face recognition, Fingerprint (Side-mounted), Pattern, PIN, Password
Sensor	Accelerometer
Positioning	GPS
Battery	Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable
Fast Charging	Yes, 45W Wired
Color	Royal Green, Galaxy Blue, Meteor Purple

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Design and Physical Attributes

The Itel P55 Plus comes in a trendy futuristic design with beautiful aesthetics that makes it appear premium despite being low budget phone. The added premium leather design adds to the elegance with a diamond pattern for a classic and retro appearance. You get the phone in Meteor Purple, Galaxy Blue, or Royal Green to complement your style. The phone has volume and power buttons on the right hand, speakers, a USB C port at the bottom, and a sim card slot on the left. Itel P55+ is generally slim, with 8.0mm thickness, and weighs 187g for comfortable handling.

The display is a large, curved hole punch 6.6-inch IPS LCD with a 90Hz adaptive refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling that gives you a smooth scrolling and app-loading experience. Enjoy an immersive phone experience with the high 720×1612 pixels resolution on a large screen with vibrant colors up to 16B colors. Thanks to the smart, dynamic bar at the top front, you always get all the important notifications like incoming calls, messages, and battery status, or use it as face unlock while staying entertained.

Performance

Processor

The Itel P55+ is a peak-performance and efficient phone that will enable you to do all your tasks and unwind afterward. Thanks to the Unisoc Tiger T606 (12nm) Soc with an Octa-core CPU at 1.6GHz and the Mali-G57 GPU, you can unleash lightning-speed performance for smooth operation at low power consumption. You can keep up to 20 apps running in the background while still enjoying smooth performance while working on your current task.

Operating System

Enjoy the power of control in your hands thanks to the user-friendly Android 13 OS. The OS is easy to navigate and gives you a wide range of options to choose from regarding your phone. You are in control, from wallpaper to lock screen options like pattern, pin or password, notifications, and general phone appearance. The OS also supports basic phone operations like messaging, browsing, and other personalized functions.

Memory

The Itel P55 Plus has a large memory space boasting up to 256GB internal storage and 8GB RAM. The RAM allows you to double it to up to 16GB via memory fusion. You can also expand your memory via the dedicated microSD Card slot. The phone is supported by Atom Storage technology that automatically organizes fragmented data to keep the phone at optimal performance.

Battery and Charging

The Itel P55 has massive storage and a long-lasting 5000mAh Li-Po non-removable battery. This battery has AI smart features that elongate its health and lifespan, ensuring your phone is powered throughout the day as you perform your tasks. The phone comes with a USB C 2.0 cable and an 18W power adapter that ensures the phone is fully charged within a short period, and you are back.

Camera

Capture, save, and share all your memorable moments from the comfort of your hands. The P55+ packs a dual rear camera setting with a 50MP f/.6 wide camera supported by a 0.08MP depth camera. The AI camera features Panorama, LED Flash, and HDR for awesome photos and well-detailed night and low light photography. This camera records 1080p@30fps videos for professional-level videography that will leave you satisfied. There is also an 8MP selfie camera with Samsung’s image sensor that captures beauty in its element. You can also record great photos using the selfie camera. For a low-budget phone, the P55 Plus is great for content creation and social media sharing.

Network, Connectivity, and Communication

Itel P55+ is a dual sim dual standby smartphone that supports 2 nano sims. With a 4G network, you are assured of stable communication and internet surfing, downloading, and uploading of content online. The phone comes with a USB Type C 2.0 cable that can be used for charging, transferring files, or USB tethering. For wireless connectivity, you get Bluetooth support and Wi-Fi connectivity.

You can synchronize the phone to services like Google apps, Gmail, and social media pages. Additionally, the phone allows wireless internet connectivity through dual-band Wi-Fi, directly or through hotspots where you can browse using installed HTML and WAP browsers. When trying to find your way around or locate your devices, you can use the GPS positioning features in the phone.

Biometrics and Sensors

The Itel P55+ has a side-mounted fingerprint sensor that lets you unlock your phone with a simple touch. The biometric anti-counterfeit algorithm and security certify the feature, assuring you to use it confidently without fear of malicious exposure. Additionally, security is guaranteed, thanks to the face unlock feature available due to the biometric sensors in the front-facing camera that can also be used to keep your phone safe. You can also use a PIN, password, or pattern to unlock your phone, helping you keep your data private.

Additional Features

• Loudspeaker and earpiece for quality audio and calls
• 5mm Audio jack port
• Infrared support for controlling smart appliances in the home.

Hits and Misses

Hits

• Very affordable
• Trendy design
• Large immersive 6.6 IPS LD
• Ample expandable memory space via a dedicated microSD Card slot
• Supports Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
• Has a face-unlock and side-mounted fingerprint sensor for security.
• Supports GPS
• Good performance for a low-end phone
• Capable cameras for a budget phone.
• Decent lasting battery with fast charging

Misses

• No wireless or reverse charging
• The display is not protected by Gorilla Glass
• Cameras do not record 4k videos.
• Does not support 5G connectivity.

Unboxing

• Itel P55 Plus
• USB C 2.0 Cable
• Power Adapter
• Clear protective case
• Sim ejector tool
• Documentations

Verdict

For a low-budget phone, the P55+ is an impressive phone that will let you in a great smartphone experience. It runs on a powerful chipset, is user-friendly, has a reliable battery, ample storage, and decent cameras for a low-budget phone. Despite the limitations, the phone is a great choice at the given price.

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