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Manufacturer codeU980
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About the Hisense U980
Hisense U980 is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 14 cm (5.5"); mobile network generation: 3G; operating system installed: Android 4.2. This entry covers manufacturer code U980. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 14 cm (5.5") display is specified at 1280 x 720 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
- Screen size
- 14 cm (5.5")
- Screen resolution
- 1280 x 720 pixels
- Processor family
- MediaTek
- Processor model
- MTK6589T
- Memory (RAM)
- 1 GB
- Mobile network generation
- 3G
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Hisense U980 specifications
Manufacturer code: U980 · Icecat product 23067709 · Checked 25 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 14 cm (5.5") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Processor family | MediaTek |
| Processor model | MTK6589T |
| Memory (RAM) | 1 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 3G |
| Rear camera resolution | 8 MP |
| Battery capacity | 2500 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 4.2 |
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Audio & listening2 details
| Audio formats supported | AAC, AAC+, AMR-NB, MIDI, MP3, OGG, WAV |
|---|---|
| Headset included | Yes |
Display4 details
| Panel type | IPS |
|---|---|
| Display number of colours | 16.78 million colours |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage4 details
| Processor cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 1.5 GHz |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 60 fps |
Camera, image & video8 details
| Digital zoom | 8x |
|---|---|
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Rear camera type | Single camera |
| Video recording | Yes |
| Video formats supported | 3G2, 3GP, H.263, H.264, MP4, MPEG4 |
| Image formats supported | BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG |
Connections & wireless9 details
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.0 |
| 2G bands (primary SIM) | 900,1800,1900 MHz |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
Power & battery7 details
| Battery technology | Lithium |
|---|---|
| Talk time (2G) (max) | 7.2 h |
| Talk time (3G) (max) | 6.3 h |
| Standby time (2G) (max) | 330 h |
| Standby time (3G) (max) | 220 h |
| Battery pack | Yes |
| Battery charger included | Yes |
Controls & features2 details
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
|---|---|
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | White |
| Width | 76 mm |
| Depth | 8.6 mm |
| Height | 155 mm |
| Weight | 145 g |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| 3G bands supported | 900,2100 MHz |
|---|
Further product details18 details
| Touch technology | Multi-touch |
|---|---|
| Maximum memory card size | 32 GB |
| Flash type | LED |
| 2G standards | Edge, GPRS, GSM, HSCSD |
| 3G standards | HSDPA, HSUPA, WCDMA |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Short Message Service (SMS) | Yes |
| Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) | Yes |
| Yes | |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Personal info management (PIM) | Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Recorder |
| FM radio | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| ROM capacity | 8192 MB |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Cables included | USB |
|---|
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This page identifies Hisense U980 using manufacturer code U980. Check that reference, configuration and supplied accessories against the retailer listing. Related-version reviews are labelled separately and do not contribute to this version’s score.
What is the listed display diagonal for Hisense U980?
The source specification records display diagonal as 14 cm (5.5"). This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
What is the listed display resolution for Hisense U980?
The source specification records display resolution as 1280 x 720 pixels. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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