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HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.55 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP

HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB)
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

â–²Better than 69% of smartphones
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–²Better than 66%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components

25%

6.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.8

Camera

15%

7.8

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

6.8

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–²Better than 69%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 78%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 69% of models
Score components:

25%

6.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.8

Camera

15%

7.8

Display

15%

6.5

Battery

10%

8.1

Software

10%

7.8

Connectivity

4%

6.8

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

7.2
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

6.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 59% of models
Popularity:
HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 6.5 points, which is higher than 59.1% of smartphones.
6.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

7.6
Brand name
HMD
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor which is faster than processors in 64.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP which is higher than that of 96.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
?
Main camera sensor area
44.2 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 44.2 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 60.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.92 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.55 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.55 inches which is smaller than the screens of 76.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.7% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
402 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 402 ppi which is higher than that of 61.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
144 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 144 Hz which is higher than in 89.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,600 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,600 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 76.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.2% of smartphones.
Charging speed
33 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 33 W which is faster than in 38.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 12% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
159.8 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 159.8 mm which is shorter than 81.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
75.66 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.66 mm which is narrower than 57.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.9 mm which is thicker than 75.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.3% of smartphones.
Weight
209.5 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 209.5 g which is heavier than 72.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
95,400 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 95,400 cm³ which is smaller than 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
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HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 60.6% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1060 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,060 nits vs 660 nits
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 4% better value for money
    HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.63 vs 7.3).
    7.63 vs 7.34
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.4 GHz & 4x1.95 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 9.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,031 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,031 vs 942
  • 15.2% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,919 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    2,919 vs 2,533
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI Capture Fusion, Night mode 3, AI Portrait, Selfie Gestures, AI Zoom
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 50 MP & 13 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • 60.6% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1060 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,060 nits vs 660 nits
  • 20% higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 1.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (402 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    402 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 3.8 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (159.8 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    159.8 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Lower GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (10:47 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average smartphone scores 13:30 hour/s.
    10:47 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4600 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 53.9% more expensive
    HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£400 vs £260).
    £400 vs £260
  • 3.7% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    HMD Skyline
    the average smartphone
    HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.72 vs 8.000).
    7.72 vs 8
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 58.1% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (255 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    255 vs 608
  • 10.3% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (9,669 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    9,669 vs 10,783
  • 50% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (128 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    128 vs 256
  • 1.1% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (940 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    940 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Lower GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (10:47 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average smartphone scores 13:30 hour/s.
    10:47 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • 8% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4600 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,600 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP54 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP54 vs IP67
  • 6.8% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (209.5 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    209.5 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.6 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.9 mm vs 8.3 mm

Video reviews

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digitalreviews.net
14/02/2025
Summary of the review
It’s a new horizon with the HMD Skyline - Digital Reviews Network Would you like to know more about the repairability or the Qi2 wireless charging fea...
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nokiapoweruser.com
16/09/2024
Summary of the review
HMD Skyline Review: Take 2 - Nokiapoweruser
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gear43.com
03/12/2024
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The HMD Skyline is AMAZING but Has 2 Fatal Flaws... - Gear43
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womenlovetech.com
22/12/2024
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HMD Skyline Review: A Parent-Teen Perspective on a First Phone - Women Love Tech
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galaxus.at
23/07/2024
Summary of the review
HMD Skyline review: the Lumia design makes a comeback
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forbes.com
10/08/2024
Summary of the review
HMD Skyline Review: A Repairable Smartphone With An Achilles’ Heel - Forbes
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techadvisor.com
15/11/2024
Summary of the review
HMD Skyline Review: The First Qi2 Android Phone - Tech Advisor
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pcmag.com
19/08/2024
Summary of the review
HMD Skyline Review - PCMag
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wired.com
14/08/2024
Summary of the review
HMD Skyline Review: The First Qi2 Android Smartphone - WIRED
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nextpit.fr
12/08/2024
Summary of the review
HMD Skyline Review: A repairable design, but at what cost?
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01net.com
07/02/2025
Summary of the review
HMD Skyline Review: Our verdict on the repairable smartphone
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cnetfrance.fr
30/10/2024
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HMD Skyline Review: A mobile built to last for years
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zdnet.fr
11/10/2024
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HMD Skyline Review: This Qi2-enabled Android phone has another very interesting trick up its sleeve
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lesnumeriques.com
12/10/2024
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HMD Skyline Review: A repairable smartphone opening new horizons
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frandroid.com
21/01/2026
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HMD Skyline Review: Our Full Verdict - Frandroid
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technologyinsider.nl
31/07/2024
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HMD Skyline Review: This modern Snapdragon smartphone is user-repairable
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global.techradar.com
27/08/2024
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lifestylelady.nl
29/08/2024
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id.nl
11/09/2024
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techpulse.be
20/09/2024
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HMD Skyline review: beautiful housing, slow hardware
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB)

  • High repairability with easy-to-replace screen, battery, and back cover via iFixit partnership
  • First Android phone to feature magnetic Qi2 wireless charging, allowing the use of MagSafe-style accessories
  • Smooth 144Hz pOLED display providing a fluid scrolling and gaming experience
  • Unique 'Nokia Lumia' nostalgic design with squared corners and distinct color options like Neon Pink
  • Clean Android 14 software experience with minimal pre-installed bloatware
  • Useful 'Detox Mode' that helps users limit distractions by silenciing specific apps and notifications
  • Includes a customizable physical 'Custom Button' for quick shortcuts like flashlight or camera

What we don't like about HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB)

  • Short software support window with only two years of OS updates and three years of security patches
  • Inconsistent camera performance, specifically poor low-light quality and wonky image stabilization
  • Moderate IP54 water and dust resistance rating, making it splash-proof but not submersible
  • Speaker quality is often described as hollow, tinny, or lacking bass despite being loud
  • Boxy, thick design can be unappealing and uncomfortable to hold or fit in pockets for some users
  • Oversensitive side-mounted fingerprint sensor often triggers accidentally
  • Underwhelming Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor performance compared to other phones at the same price point

Verdict

The HMD Skyline (12GB + 256GB variant) is a mid-range Android 14 smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor, featuring a 6.55-inch, 144Hz pOLED display with a sharp 1080p resolution and 1,000 nits peak brightness. A versatile triple-camera system, including a 108MP main sensor with OIS, a 50MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and a 13MP ultrawide lens, alongside a 50MP autofocus selfie camera, handles photography needs. Key pros include its unique user-repairability (via an iFixit partnership), a bold design aesthetic, the inclusion of Qi2 wireless and reverse wireless charging (a first for Android), and OZO spatial audio support. Potential cons are its substantial weight and blocky design, an average performing processor compared to similarly priced competitors, an average battery life, and a disappointing software support policy of only two major OS updates and three years of security patches.

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