The Russian brand Highscreen has proven itself well for its smartphones with increased battery capacity. I won't be mistaken if I say that they were the first to bet on battery life in our market. The Boost, Zera, Power lines - all of them were considered in detail by us earlier, and are certainly known to those reading this review. At the end of August, my attention was attracted by the release of a new product. Highscreen Pure Power, which received an 8000 mAh battery and a very tasty price tag. With such a battery, this is the only similar offer available with warranty service, more only from OUKITEL.
You can buy a smartphone in the official Highscreen store with free shipping in Russia, discounts often appear. Below is a summary table of available offers, based on data from the Yandex.Market service.
Highscreen Pure Power review
Equipment
Highscreen Pure Power is delivered in a white package made of light cardboard with a schematic representation of the characteristics.
The package includes a micro USB cable, 2A charger, OTG adapter, headphones, instructions, warranty card. The included OTG cable is useful for charging another smartphone, wireless headphones or watch.
Appearance
Highscreen Pure Power is very similar in spirit to the Zera line, which, in turn, is outwardly close to the Lumia. The borrowing, if it was, was carried out successfully, it has its own original features. I myself went with the elder for a long time and was quite pleased.
Despite the initial positioning as a "male smartphone", its colors are also present in orange and blue. I have a classic black version at my disposal.
You can safely take it. Stylish and not marco. Exterior surfaces with a light matte finish. Fingerprints accumulated over time are easily erased.
You need to understand that a capacious battery always affects the final dimensions. The 8000 mAh capacity fits into a 15.5 mm case.
At first glance, a lot, if we compare with modern flagships, but if we take into account solutions close in capacity, everything is very good.
This was achieved by installing a non-removable battery, which takes up almost the entire area under the removable cover.
The slot for a pair of SIM and memory card is shifted to the upper edge. Owners of Highscreen Pure Power do not need to choose between a second SIM or additional memory, you can and should charge your smartphone in full.
The cover fits snugly to the body, without gaps or protrusions. It is not pressed through under the pressure of fingers, there is no squeak or backlash of parts.
The lens of the main camera with LED flash is off-center, does not protrude above the surface of the body. Pleased with the complete absence of chrome-plated plastic. Over time, the appearance will remain unchanged. The speaker is located to the right of the camera. The location is good, the speaker does not overlap when placed in the palm of your hand. The volume is at an average level, the call is audible, but it is not enough for comfortable listening to music. Lateral edge with a small rounded protrusion, about half the length. With in terms of convenience and ergonomics. It would have looked more interesting just a smooth rounding to the lid. Structurally, this protrusion is not critical, judging by the inspection of the case under the lid.
The volume rocker and the power button for Highscreen Pure Power are on the right side. The buttons are firmly fixed in the body, do not rattle, the move is clear. Audio jack and microUSB with OTG support at the top. The bottom has only the main microphone hole. The front side is covered with protective glass, its marking is not reported. There are no touch buttons, they have been moved to the interface. The same approach was used in the Zera series. On the top frame there is a speaker grill and a front camera. In general, Highscreen Pure Power makes a good impression, does not look budgetary. The dimensions, of course, are larger than those of ordinary smartphones, according to the experience of weekly use, they are quite comfortable.
Screen
Installed 5-inch S-IPS screen with HD-resolution. The screen is good for a budget. The level of detail is sufficient for comfortable reading, working with the interface, watching movies and playing games. The backlighting is uniform over the main area. The maximum level is not high enough, the screen fades in direct sunlight. Supports five simultaneous touches.Filling
The main limitations in this model relate to the level of performance. Responsible for the work is a quad-core processor MediaTek MT6580 with Cortex A7. Mali-400MP2 graphics. Onboard only 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of internal memory, expandable. In real operation, compared to top platforms, programs run longer. Is it tolerable? Yes, it is tolerable, there were no lags and failures in the work of the software. You can even play World of Tanks Blitz after lowering the graphics quality.
Antutu
3DMark
Epic citadel
GeekBench 4
Camera
The main camera is Highscreen Pure Power with a resolution of 5 megapixels. Focusing is fast. There is a LED flash. Application with a standard set of shooting modes, remote shutter release, manual settings. In the daytime, the picture quality is acceptable. At night, there is a noticeable graininess.
Software
The operating system Google Android 5.1 is preinstalled without additional software. Without chasing an extra penny with partner software, a priority is placed on user friendliness. You can install everything you need yourself from Google Play.
Bottom line on Highscreen Pure Power
Highscreen Pure Power can be considered not only as the main phone, but also as a pair to the existing one. Its main features are a very long battery life and the ability to output excess charge to an external device. All this was able to fit into a nice case with adequate thickness. They did not skimp on build quality and screen. Not the highest level of performance and not the best quality of the camera. No glitches or problems were noticed during testing.Buy original Highscreen Pure Power in the official store
Also, you probably know that most of the covers are brought from there: they are ordered much more willingly, because they are cheap, and delivery is almost always free. If you want to buy a case for Highscreen Pure Power, then look for it on Aliexpress! For a convenient selection by model, we have made a special page on our website, and choose.
If you have decided on the amount that you are ready to spend on the purchase of a smartphone, but you didn’t really like Highscreen Pure Power, then in our catalog you can see other models from the same price category: below we have laid out the models at the same price.
Prestigio Muze F1 without OS 2 SIM screen 2.4 "camera 0.30MP RAM 0.032GB memory 0.032GB 1400mAh battery
Alcatel 1S 5024D (2019) Android 9.0 Pie 2 SIM Screen 5.5 "Camera 13MP RAM 3GB Memory 32GB 3000mAh Battery
INOI 241 without OS 2 SIM screen 2.4 "camera 0.1MP RAM 0.032GB memory 0.032GB battery 600mAh
Itel A16 Plus Android 8.1 2 SIM screen 5 "camera 5MP RAM 1GB memory 8GB battery 2050mAh
Alcatel 3C 5026D Android 7.0 2 SIM screen 6 "camera 8MP RAM 1GB memory 16GB 3000mAh battery
Xiaomi Redmi 6 3 / 32GB Android 8.1 2 SIM screen 5.45 "camera 12MP RAM 3GB memory 32GB 3000mAh battery
Detailed characteristics of Highscreen Pure Power
In this section, we lay out detailed specifications for Highscreen Pure Power. Here you can learn about the hardware (components) of this device and about the functions that the gadget is endowed with.
General characteristics
- Type - smartphone
- OS version - Android 5.1
- Case type - classic
- Control - on-screen buttons
- SIM card type - regular + micro SIM
- Number of SIM-cards - 2
- Mode of operation of multiple SIM-cards - alternate
- Weight - 239 g
- Dimensions (WxHxT) - 76x146x15.5 mm
Screen
- Screen type - color IPS, touch
- Touchscreen type - multitouch, capacitive
- Diagonal - 5 inches.
- Image size - 1280 × 720
- Automatic screen rotation - yes
Multimedia capabilities
- Camera - 5 million pixels, LED flash
- Camera functions - autofocus
- Video recording - yes
- Front camera (on the front panel) - yes, 2 million pixels.
- Audio - MP3
- Connector for - 3.5 mm
Connection
- Standard - GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G
- Interfaces - Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 4.0, USB
- Satellite Navigation - GPS
Memory and processor
- Processor - MediaTek MT6580, 1300 MHz
- The number of processor cores - 4
- Video processor - Mali-400 MP2
- Built-in memory - 8 GB
- The amount of RAM (RAM, RAM) - 1 GB
- Memory card slot - yes
Nutrition
- Battery type - Li-Ion
- Battery capacity - 8000 mAh
- Battery - non-removable
- Charging connector type - micro-USB
Other functions
- Control - voice dialing, voice control
- Flight mode - yes
- A2DP profile - yes
- Sensors - illumination, proximity
- Flashlight - yes
Equipment
- smartphone,
- power supply unit with detachable cable,
- headphones
Date of announcement - 2016-08-30
Info
Other models from Highscreen:
Highscreen Power Five Max 2 3 / 32GB Android 8.1 2 SIM screen 5.99 "camera 16MP RAM 3GB memory 32GB 5000mAh battery
Highscreen Power Five Max 2 Android 8.1 2 SIM screen 5.99 "camera 16MP RAM 4GB memory 64GB 5000mAh battery
Highscreen Expanse Android 8.0 2 SIM screen 5.5 "camera 13MP RAM 3GB memory 32GB 3000mAh battery
Information about the brand, model and alternative names of a specific device, if any.
Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, presented in different units of measurement. Materials used, offered colors, certificates.
| Width Width information - refers to the horizontal side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 76 mm (millimeters) 7.6 cm (centimeters) 0.25 ft (feet) 2.99 in (inches) |
| Height Height information - refers to the vertical side of the device in its standard orientation during use. | 146 mm (millimeters) 14.6 cm (centimeters) 0.48 ft (feet) 5.75 in (inches) |
| Thickness Information about the thickness of the device in different units of measurement. | 15.5 mm (millimeters) 1.55 cm (centimeters) 0.05 ft (feet) 0.61 in (inches) |
| The weight Information about the weight of the device in different units of measurement. | 239 g (grams) 0.53 lbs (pounds) 8.43 oz (ounces) |
| Volume The approximate volume of the device, calculated based on the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Refers to devices with a rectangular parallelepiped shape. | 171.99 cm³ (cubic centimeters) 10.44 in³ (cubic inches) |
| Colors Information about the colors in which this device is offered for sale. | Black Orange Blue |
| Materials for the manufacture of the case Materials used for the manufacture of the device body. | Plastic |
SIM card
The SIM card is used in mobile devices to store data that certifies the authenticity of mobile service subscribers.
Mobile networks
A mobile network is a radio system that allows multiple mobile devices to communicate with each other.
Mobile technology and data rates
Communication between devices in mobile networks is carried out using technologies that provide different data transfer rates.
Operating system
An operating system is the system software that controls and coordinates the operation of hardware components in a device.
SoC (System on a Chip)
A system on a chip (SoC) integrates all the major hardware components of a mobile device into a single chip.
| SoC (System on a Chip) A system on a chip (SoC) integrates various hardware components such as a processor, graphics processor, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as the software required for their operation. | MediaTek MT6580 |
| Technological process Information about the technological process by which the chip is manufactured. The value in nanometers is half the distance between the elements in the processor. | 28 nm (nanometers) |
| Processor (CPU) The main function of the processor (CPU) of a mobile device is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications. | ARM Cortex-A7 |
| Processor size The bit size of the processor is determined by the size (in bits) of registers, address buses and data buses. 64-bit processors offer better performance than 32-bit processors, which in turn are more efficient than 16-bit processors. | 32 bit |
| Instruction set architecture Instructions are commands with which the software sets / controls the operation of the processor. Information about the instruction set (ISA) that the processor can execute. | ARMv7 |
| Level 1 cache (L1) The cache memory is used by the processor to reduce the time it takes to access more frequently used data and instructions. L1 (Level 1) cache is small and is much faster than both system memory and other levels of cache. If the processor does not find the requested data in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache. On some processors, this search is performed simultaneously in L1 and L2. | 32 KB + 32 KB (kilobytes) |
| L2 cache L2 (level 2) cache is slower than L1, but instead has a larger capacity to cache more data. It, like L1, is much faster than system memory (RAM). If the processor does not find the requested data in L2, it continues to look for them in L3 cache memory (if available) or in RAM memory. | 512 KB (kilobytes) 0.5 MB (megabytes) |
| Number of processor cores The processor core executes program instructions. There are processors with one, two or more cores. Having more cores increases performance by allowing multiple instructions to execute in parallel. | 4 |
| CPU clock speed The clock speed of a processor describes its speed in cycles per second. It is measured in megahertz (MHz) or gigahertz (GHz). | 1300 MHz (megahertz) |
| Graphics processing unit (GPU) A graphics processing unit (GPU) handles computation for a variety of 2D / 3D graphics applications. In mobile devices, it is most commonly used by games, consumer interfaces, video applications, and more. | ARM Mali-400 MP2 |
| Number of GPU cores Like a processor, a GPU is made up of several working parts called cores. They handle the graphical computation of various applications. | 2 |
| The amount of random access memory (RAM) Random access memory (RAM) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. The data that is saved in the RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted. | 1 GB (gigabytes) |
| Number of RAM channels Information about the number of RAM channels that are integrated into the SoC. More channels means higher data rates. | Single channel |
| RAM frequency The frequency of the RAM determines its speed of operation, more specifically, the speed of reading / writing data. | 533 MHz (megahertz) |
Built-in memory
Each mobile device has built-in (non-removable) fixed memory.
Memory cards
Memory cards are used in mobile devices to increase the storage space for data.
Screen
The screen of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
| Type / technology One of the main characteristics of the screen is the technology by which it is made and on which the image quality of information directly depends. | IPS |
| Diagonal On mobile devices, screen size is expressed in terms of the length of its diagonal, measured in inches. | 5 in (inches) 127 mm (millimeters) 12.7 cm (centimeters) |
| Width Approximate screen width | 2.45 in (inches) 62.26 mm (millimeters) 6.23 cm (centimeters) |
| Height Approximate screen height | 4.36 in (inches) 110.69 mm (millimeters) 11.07 cm (centimeters) |
| Aspect ratio The aspect ratio of the long side of the screen to its short side | 1.778:1 16:9 |
| Permission Screen resolution indicates the number of pixels horizontally and vertically on the screen. Higher resolution means sharper image detail. | 720 x 1280 pixels |
| Pixel density Information about the number of pixels per centimeter or inch of the screen. Higher density allows information to be shown on the screen in clearer detail. | 294 ppi (pixels per inch) 115 ppcm (pixels per centimeter) |
| Color depth Screen color depth reflects the total number of bits used for color components in one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors the screen can display. | 24 bit 16777216 flowers |
| Screen footprint The approximate percentage of the display area on the front of the device. | 62.31% (percent) |
| Other characteristics Information about other functions and features of the screen. | Capacitive Multitouch |
Sensors
Different sensors perform different quantitative measurements and convert physical metrics into signals that can be recognized by the mobile device.
Main camera
The main camera of a mobile device is usually located on the back of the body and is used for photo and video shooting.
| Sensor type Digital cameras use photo sensors to take photographs. The sensor, as well as the optics, are one of the main factors in the quality of a camera in a mobile device. | CMOS (complementary metal-oxide semiconductor) |
| Flash type The most common types of flashes in mobile cameras are LED and Xenon flashes. LED-flashes give softer light and, unlike brighter xenon ones, are also used for video filming. | LED |
| Image Resolution One of the main characteristics of cameras on mobile devices is their resolution, which shows the number of pixels horizontally and vertically in an image. | 2592 x 1944 pixels 5.04 MP (megapixels) |
| Video Resolution Information about the maximum supported resolution for video recording by the device. | 1280 x 720 pixels 0.92 MP (megapixels) |
| Video - frame rate / frames per second. Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the device when shooting video at maximum resolution. Some of the main standard video capture and playback speeds are 24p, 25p, 30p, 60p. | 30 frames / sec (frames per second) |
| Specifications Information about other software and hardware features associated with the main camera to improve its functionality. | Autofocus Burst shooting Digital zoom Geographic tags Panoramic shooting HDR shooting Touch focus Face recognition Adjusting the white balance ISO setting Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene selection mode |
Additional camera
Additional cameras are usually mounted above the screen of the device and are used mainly for video calls, gesture recognition, etc.
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and audio technology supported by the device.
Radio
The radio of the mobile device is a built-in FM receiver.
Locating
Information about the navigation and positioning technologies supported by the device.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is a technology that enables wireless communication for transferring data over short distances between various devices.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless transfer of data between different types of devices over short distances.
USB
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.
Headphone jack
This is an audio connector, which is also called an audio connector. The most widely used standard in mobile devices is the 3.5mm headphone jack.
Connecting devices
Information about other important connection technologies supported by the device.
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing and viewing information on the Internet.
Video file formats / codecs
Mobile devices support different video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and encode / decode digital video data.
Highscreen is a well-known Russian brand and now I got my hands on a novelty of the past summer - the Pure Power smartphone. It attracted attention with its impressive battery (and it is as much as 8000 mAh) and an attractive price.
The review got a model with a bright orange cover, which will be to the taste of creative individuals and those who do not like banal colors such as black.
Package
The model comes in a medium-sized white cardboard box. After removing the cover, we immediately see the smartphone itself with a display sticker that lists the advantages of the model (why do this in 2016?), Instructions and a warranty card. Under the smartphone are headphones, a micro USB cable, a 2A charger and an OTG cable (for recharging other devices from the smartphone).
Appearance: brutal and weighty
Outwardly, Pure Power looks impressive and resembles smartphones from the Zer line. Taking it in hand, you immediately feel its weight (239 grams), which is quite logical with an 8000 mAh battery with a 15.5 mm case and is unusual at the same time. Speaking of dimensions, I got used to its weight for about three hours. The device is made of high-quality matte plastic, which is not particularly easily soiled, so there will be no problems with cleaning fingerprints. On the right side face there are volume rockers and a smartphone power button. On the back is a camera with LED flash and a speaker. Well, on top, there is a micro USB port and a standard 3.5 mm jack. 
The side edges protrude slightly at half the length, which is a controversial decision in terms of ergonomics and convenience. The speaker of the device for high-quality listening to music will not work in any way, but it will perfectly serve for calls and notifications. 
After activating the smartphone, at first I went into a stupor, because I could not find the control buttons on the panel. As it turned out, you can forget about touch buttons. They are made virtual, which is inconvenient in my opinion, given the hefty bottom panel, which would be perfect for their functions. 
The device has a slot for two SIM-cards and microSD. So the question of choosing between operators or increased memory disappears, which is already good. Despite the fact that the device has a removable back cover, it fits snugly to the body without gaps and protrusions. It is also worth noting that no squeak or backlash was found.
Display and sun
Highscreen Pure Power has a 5-inch S-IPS display with HD-resolution, which will be quite comfortable for reading, working, playing games and watching videos. Setting the backlight to maximum, as it turned out in the sun, the display fades when exposed to direct sunlight. It is also worth noting support for the display up to 5 touches.
Specifications
Now about the processor and the model. Equipped with a MediaTek MT6580 quad-core processor with Cortex A7 and Mali-400MP2 graphics. 1 GB of RAM and 8 GB of flash memory is sufficient for use. Of course, applications take longer to launch compared to top models, but no glitches and lags were noticed in the work.
Supports Pure Power only on 3G networks. Receives a signal perfectly without breaks. Onboard Bluetooth 4.0, GPS module and single-band Wi-Fi.
8000 mAh is no joke
The smartphone was used to its fullest for two weeks: games, calls, SMS, instant messengers, surfing the Internet, etc. In general, the standard execution of tasks. On the fourth day, Pure Power could not stand the load and was completely discharged, which is a pretty good result. After fully charged, the screen brightness was set to maximum. And what do you think? It took about 9 hours of active work on the smartphone to completely discharge it. This result of long-term operation is achieved, thanks to the capacitive battery (thanks to the cap), as well as the low power consumption of the processor and display. 
Another notable feature is the charging of other devices via the OTG cable. I will make a reservation that you can forget about charging Apple equipment. For strange reasons, the "apple" technique begins to behave inadequately and refuse this type of charge.
A pocket battery for emergency recharging of mobile devices is useful and relatively inexpensive, but still not free. At 8000 mAh, if you are not lucky with some kind of sale, it will cost two thousand.
So from the price of a new one, which received a price tag of 7,500 rubles at the start of sales, you can safely subtract a couple of thousand. A 3G smartphone with a normal 5-inch screen and an autofocus (albeit 5-megapixel) main camera for the top five with a tail - okay? Seems to be OK. So we write the device into interesting ones.
This is not to say that smartphones with batteries, whose capacity goes off scale from time to time on the market 5000 mAh, do not exist at all. They are there, but usually this is some kind of funny non-name with a random set of characteristics - on the website of a distant Chinese store, one thing, inside it can easily turn out to be another. in this respect it will be somewhat more reliable. And on the Russian market, this is definitely the only officially sold smartphone at the moment with an 8000 mAh battery. The weight, of course, corresponds to the content - 239 grams, and the thickness is also rather big - 15.5 mm. But in color options - with an orange and mint back, it doesn't look so scary. Black, of course, a hefty brick.
Well, the fact that the processor is modest and there is little memory - you didn't expect a miracle, right?
Main characteristics:
