Obi Worldphone SF1 32GB

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  • Design
    Design3
  • Rear Camera
    Rear Camera8
  • 360° View
    360° View
  • UI Screenshot
    UI Screenshot17
  • Benchmarks
    Benchmarks10
  • Videos
    Videos1

Key Specs

Android v5.2 (Lollipop)

Performance

(Avg)
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 615
  • Octa core (1.5 GHz, Quad Core + 1 GHz, Quad core)
  • 3 GB RAM

Display

(Excellent)
  • 5.0 inches (12.7 cm); IPS LCD
  • 1080x1920 px (FULL HD)
  • Gorilla Glass 4 Protection

Rear Camera

(Good)
  • Single Camera Setup
    • 13 MP Primary Camera
  • LED Flash
  • Full HD @30fps Video Recording

Front Camera

(Avg)
  • 5 MP
  • LED Flash

Battery

(Very Good)
  • 3000 mAh

General

  • SIM1: Micro, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid)
  • 5G Not Supported
  • 32 GB Storage, Expandable upto 64 GB
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Obi Worldphone SF1 32GB Expert Review Summary

Expert Rating:

3.5/5

Nitansh Rastogi
by  Nitansh Rastogi , 04 Jan 2016

Verdict

The WorldPhone SF1 represents a starkly different approach followed by Obi with its re-launch. Earlier, the brand was following the spray-and-pray methodology by introducing a number of offerings, priced between Rs 5,000 to 10,000, which had similar hardware specs as the competition. But now, it has launched an attractively-priced proposition which has promising specs, and one that also stands out amidst the competition with its unique design.However, the 3GB model of the OBI WorldPhone SF1 is up against some powerful and reliable options in the form of the more affordable Xiaomi Mi 4i (review... Read Full Verdict

The WorldPhone SF1 represents a starkly different approach followed by Obi with its re-launch. Earlier, the brand was following the spray-and-pray methodology by introducing a number of offerings, priced between Rs 5,000 to 10,000, which had similar hardware specs as the competition. But now, it has launched an attractively-priced proposition which has promising specs, and one that also stands out amidst the competition with its unique design.However, the 3GB model of the OBI WorldPhone SF1 is up against some powerful and reliable options in the form of the more affordable Xiaomi Mi 4i (review FAQs) and similarly-priced Moto G Turbo (first impressions), in case one is looking for compact offerings. There are loaded phablets like the ASUS ZenFone 2 (review FAQs) in this price range too.In a nutshell, the Obi WorldPhone SF1 is a solid effort, but falls short in terms of an overall user experience. If a unique design is what you’re after, then there’s nothing wrong with the SF1, but otherwise, it doesn’t seem as impressive as the competition.

    Pros

  • Impressive design
  • Powerful hardware
  • Good battery life

    Cons

  • Average camera performance
  • Unoptimised software
Specs at a glance +
Design: the eye-catcher +

One look at the retail box of the Obi WorldPhone SF1, and it’s clear that the manufacturer is trying to put its point across – this offering is unlike any other device available in the market. And, what better way to highlight the same, than to offer a unique design? The SF1 is surely a head-turner with its interesting design language.

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Display: not its brightest point +

The Obi WorldPhone SF1 uses a 5-inch screen from Japan Display Inc., which bears a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. With the pixel density of 441ppi, the display offers crisp text and images, and colours also remain vibrant. Viewing angles are decent, and brightness also appears to be fine – at least indoors. However, the screen becomes almost illegible outdoors under harsh sunlight.

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Software: half-baked customisations +

Handling the software affairs on the Obi WorldPhone SF1 is the brand’s custom skin on top of Android 5.1 Lollipop. Dubbed as LifeSpeed UI, the layer offers custom icons along with a few preloaded apps.

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Camera: average results +

On paper, the Obi WorldPhone SF1 has a powerful camera, with a 13-meg sensor from Sony with f/2.0 aperture taking care of primary photos and an 5MP camera at the front for selfies. What’s more, you can use both the shooters in dim settings as both of them get help from dedicated LED flash units. 

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Performance: gets bogged down due to the software +

The onus of the performance in the Obi WorldPhone SF1 lies on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 CPU. The processor is made up of two quad-core clusters running at 1.5GHz and 1.0GHz respectively. The device is available in two models, while the lower-priced model comes with 2 gigs of RAM, the higher-end version – the one we’re reviewing – sports a generous 3GB of RAM. The hardware is competent and ensures that the device delivers a smooth usage throughout. App opens quickly, and switching between them is also instantaneous.

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Obi Worldphone SF1 32GB Specifications

General Performance Display Design Rear Camera Front Camera Battery Storage Network & Connectivity Multimedia Sensors

General

Operating System Android v5.0.2 (Lollipop)

Performance

(Avg)
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939
Processor Octa core (1.5 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A53 + 1 GHz, Quad core, Cortex A53)
Architecture 64 bit
Graphics (GPU) Adreno 405
RAM 3 GB
RAM Type DDR3
Benchmark Screenshots

Display

(Excellent)
Display Type IPS LCD
Screen Size 5.0 inches (12.7 cm)
Resolution 1080x1920 px (FULL HD)
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Pixel Density 441 ppi
Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) 63.75 %
Screen Protection Corning Gorilla Glass v4, Oleophobic coating, Scratch-resistant glass
UI Screenshots

Design

Height 146 mm
Width 74 mm
Thickness 8.0 mm
Weight 147 grams
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Rear Camera

(Good)
Resolution
CameraMPAperture
Primary13 MPf/2.0
Autofocus Yes, Hybrid autofocus
Flash Yes, LED Flash
Image Resolution 4128 x 3096 Pixels
Settings Exposure compensation, ISO control
Shooting Modes Continuous Shooting
High Dynamic Range mode (HDR)
Macro Mode
Camera Features Digital Zoom
Auto Flash
Digital image stabilization
Face detection
Touch to focus
Video Recording 1920x1080 @ 30 fps
Rear Camera Samples

Front Camera

(Avg)
Resolution
CameraMP
Primary5 MP
Flash Yes, LED Flash

Battery

(Very Good)
Capacity 3000 mAh
Battery Type Li-Polymer
TalkTime Up to 23 Hours(3G) / Up to 28 Hours(2G)

Storage

Internal Storage 32 GB
Expandable Storage Yes, Up to 64 GB

Network & Connectivity

SIM Slot(s) Dual SIM
SIM Type SIM1: Micro, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid)
Network Support 5G Not Supported, 4G
SIM 1 4G bands
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Bands Features
4G bandsTD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3)
Wi-Fi Yes, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11 a/b/g/n)
Wi-Fi Features Wi-Fi Direct, Mobile Hotspot
Bluetooth Yes, v4.0
GPS Yes with A-GPS, Glonass

Multimedia

Audio Jack 3.5 mm

Sensors

Other Sensors Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope

Obi Worldphone SF1 32GB User Reviews

3.3/5
Based on 441 ratings

Obi Worldphone SF1 32GB Key Highlights

Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939
RAM & Storage 3 GB RAM + 32 GB
Display 5.0", 1080 x 1920 Resolution
Rear Camera 13 MP
Front Camera 5 MP
Battery 3000 mAh
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