The Yezz Art 1 and Billy 5S LTE represent Yezz's attempts to capture the ultra-budget smartphone market. Both devices utilize 28nm process technology, but diverge significantly in their chipset choices – the Mediatek MT6739 in the Art 1 and the Qualcomm MSM8916/MSM8926 Snapdragon 410/400 in the Billy 5S LTE. This comparison will dissect these differences to determine which phone delivers the best user experience for the price.
🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing consistent performance and potential for slightly better software support, the Yezz Billy 5S LTE is the better choice. While the MT6739 in the Art 1 is adequate for basic tasks, the Snapdragon 410/400 offers a more refined architecture and potentially better long-term stability, despite the slight clock speed difference.
| Network |
|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 850 | HSDPA 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 2, 3, 4, 7, 12, 17, 28 | 3, 7, 20 |
| Speed | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| | - | LTE 700 / 1700 / 2600 |
| Launch |
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| Announced | 2020, March. Released 2020, August | 2015, January. Released 2015, February |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Body |
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| Dimensions | 155.2 x 72.9 x 9.7 mm (6.11 x 2.87 x 0.38 in) | - |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Dual SIM |
| Weight | 120 g (4.23 oz) | - |
| Display |
|---|
| Protection | AGC glass | - |
| Resolution | 720 x 1560 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~282 ppi density) | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.1 inches, 91.3 cm2 (~80.7% screen-to-body ratio) | 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 |
| Type | TFT LCD | IPS LCD |
| Platform |
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| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6739 (28 nm) | Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)Qualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-T720MP2 | Adreno 306Adreno 305 |
| OS | Android 10 | Microsoft Windows 10Microsoft Windows Phone 8.1 |
| Memory |
|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM | 8GB 1GB RAM |
| | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 4.5 |
| Main Camera |
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| Dual | 13 MP, AF
0.3 MP | - |
| Features | Dual-LED flash, panorama, HDR | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, AF | 13 MP, AF |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | Yes |
| Selfie camera |
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| Single | 8 MP | 5 MP |
| Sound |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
| Comms |
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| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, LE | 4.0, A2DP |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio | FM radio |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | microUSB 2.0 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
| Features |
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery |
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| Type | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, removable | Li-Ion, removable |
| Misc |
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| Colors | Green, Blue | Black |
| Price | About 110 EUR | - |
Yezz Art 1
- Potentially slightly faster CPU clock speed.
- May be the more affordable option.
- Functional for basic smartphone tasks.
- Mediatek chipset may have limited software support.
- Potentially less efficient power management.
- Likely lower overall performance compared to Snapdragon.
Yezz Billy 5S LTE
- Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset offers better architecture.
- Potentially better software support and driver optimization.
- More efficient power management for potentially longer battery life.
- Lower CPU clock speed compared to the Art 1.
- May be slightly more expensive.
- Performance can vary depending on whether it has the 410 or 400.
Display Comparison
Unfortunately, display specifications are unavailable for either device. However, given their price point, it's safe to assume both utilize LCD panels with 720p resolution. The absence of information regarding brightness, color gamut coverage, or PWM dimming rates suggests neither phone will excel in display quality. Bezels are likely to be substantial on both models, typical of this market segment.
Camera Comparison
Camera details are sparse for both devices. It's highly probable that both phones feature basic camera setups with a primary sensor and potentially a low-resolution secondary sensor. Without knowing sensor sizes, apertures, or image processing capabilities, it's difficult to make a meaningful comparison. Expect image quality to be adequate for casual snapshots in good lighting conditions, but poor in low light. The inclusion of a 2MP macro camera on either device would likely offer minimal benefit due to its small sensor size and limited detail capture.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The Yezz Art 1's Mediatek MT6739 features a quad-core Cortex-A53 processor clocked at 1.5 GHz. The Yezz Billy 5S LTE utilizes either the Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 or MSM8926 Snapdragon 400, both with quad-core Cortex-A53 processors clocked at 1.2 GHz. While the Art 1 boasts a higher clock speed, Qualcomm's Snapdragon architecture generally provides better single-core performance and more efficient power management. The Snapdragon 410/400 also benefits from a more mature software ecosystem and potentially better driver support. The presence of both Snapdragon 410 *and* 400 in the Billy 5S LTE is a point of confusion; performance will vary slightly depending on which chip is present.
Battery Life
Battery capacity is not specified for either device. Given the budget nature of these phones, expect capacities in the 2000-2500 mAh range. Charging wattage is also unknown. Real-world battery life will heavily depend on usage patterns, but the more efficient Snapdragon chipset in the Billy 5S LTE may offer slightly longer runtimes, even with a similar battery capacity. Without knowing charging speeds, it's impossible to estimate 0-100% charging times.
Buying Guide
Buy the Yezz Art 1 if you need a phone for extremely basic tasks like calls, texts, and light social media browsing, and are on the absolute tightest budget. Buy the Yezz Billy 5S LTE if you prefer a device capable of handling slightly more demanding apps, occasional gaming, and benefit from Qualcomm's generally more optimized software ecosystem, even if it means spending a little more.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Will the Yezz Billy 5S LTE be able to run popular social media apps like Facebook and Instagram smoothly?
Yes, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410/400 chipset in the Billy 5S LTE is capable of running most popular social media apps without significant lag. While it won't offer a high-end experience, it should provide a usable and reasonably smooth experience for everyday social media browsing.
❓ Is the difference in CPU clock speed (1.5 GHz vs 1.2 GHz) between the Art 1 and Billy 5S LTE significant in real-world use?
While the Art 1 has a higher clock speed, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410/400's architecture is more efficient and optimized. This means that the Billy 5S LTE will likely feel more responsive and perform better in most tasks, despite the lower clock speed. Clock speed isn't the sole determinant of performance.
❓ Which phone is more likely to receive software updates?
The Yezz Billy 5S LTE, with its Qualcomm chipset, is more likely to receive software updates. Qualcomm generally provides better driver support and a more mature software ecosystem, increasing the chances of updates from Yezz or even community developers.
❓ Can either of these phones handle basic mobile games?
Both phones can handle basic 2D mobile games. However, more demanding 3D games may experience significant lag or require reduced graphics settings. The Snapdragon 410/400 in the Billy 5S LTE will likely provide a slightly better gaming experience.
