Charm
2010 landscape QWERTY.
The Motorola Charm is a budget Motorola smartphone released Aug 2010, with a launch price of $100. It pairs the Qualcomm MSM7227 with a 2.8" QVGA display, a capable main camera and a 1,170 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 52/100 — Motorola Charm. Standout strengths: landscape qwerty below screen. and backtrack touchpad. Main trade-off: msm7227 weak.
Motorola Charm.
Charm had a landscape QWERTY below its touchscreen — Moto's 2010 T-Mobile Sidekick-style oddity.
Read the full review- Landscape QWERTY below screen.
- Backtrack touchpad.
- 107 g.
- $100 T-Mobile.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Charm compares
| Charm | Galaxy Note 5 | Moto Z | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 52 | 52 | 52 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7227 | Exynos 7420 | Snapdragon 820 |
| Display | 2.8" QVGA | 5.7" QHD AMOLED | 5.5" QHD AMOLED |
| Main camera | — | 16 MP · f/1.9 | 13 MP · f/1.8 |
| Battery | 1,170 mAh | 3,000 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Launch price | $100 | $700 | $699 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Charm released?
The Charm was released in Aug 2010.
How much does the Charm cost?
The Charm launched at $100 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Charm screen size and type?
The Charm has a 2.8" QVGA display.
What chipset does the Charm use?
The Charm is powered by the Qualcomm MSM7227 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Charm have?
The Charm ships with 256 MB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Charm battery capacity?
The Charm has a 1,170 mAh battery.
What colours does the Charm come in?
The Charm is available in 2 colours: Sangria Red, Golden Bronze.
Is the Charm worth buying?
Charm had a landscape QWERTY below its touchscreen — Moto's 2010 T-Mobile Sidekick-style oddity. SpecEagle gives the Charm an editorial score of 52/100.
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