At MobiXoom, we have devised a unique approach to evaluate smartphones and give them a score. We evaluate smartphones based on five key factors: Design, Display, Camera, Performance, and Battery. Each element has specific criteria for scoring, and they carry different weightage in the overall score. We use a formula that combines the scores of all five elements to calculate the final score. Here, we will explain how we calculate the scores for each component and the overall score.
Design
The design of a phone is evaluated based on its appearance, material, weight, and thickness. The appearance factor is based on our subjective evaluation of the phone’s visual appeal, including its color, shape, style, and overall look. The material factor is determined by the body material used to create the phone, such as metal, plastic, or glass. The weight factor is calculated based on the phone’s weight ratio, with lighter phones receiving higher scores. Similarly, the thickness factor is based on the phone’s thickness, with thinner phones getting higher scores. Our formula considers all these factors to accurately rate the overall quality of the phone’s build and design.
Display
The display score of a phone is determined by various factors that affect the screen’s quality and performance. These factors include the type of screen technology used, such as IPS, AMOLED, OLED e.t.c., the screen’s resolution, density, brightness, refresh rate, and a few other factors. The density factor is calculated based on the number of pixels per inch (ppi) of the screen, with higher resolutions receiving higher scores. Similarly, the resolution factor is based on the screen’s resolution, such as 720p, 1080p, or 2160p, with higher resolutions receiving higher scores. Other factors also contribute similarly to determining the display score, ultimately providing an accurate score of the quality of a smartphone’s screen.
Camera
The camera score is an indicator of the quality and performance of a phone’s camera. It takes into account critical factors such as the sensor size of the primary lens, which is more important than less useful factors like megapixels and the number of lenses. The sensor score is based on the size of the primary lens used in the rear camera, with larger sensors receiving higher scores. Other less important yet impactful factors also contribute to the final camera score, which helps determine the overall camera performance. However, it is essential to understand that the exact quality of a camera depends on the photographer’s needs, as different photographers prefer different types of cameras. Similarly, some cameras perform well in one condition and disappoint in others. Therefore, we cannot guarantee that our score represents the exact quality level of a camera according to your needs.
Performance
The performance score of a phone reflects the speed and power of its system, processor, and memory. This score is based on various factors like the chipset, CPU, RAM, and performance benchmarks. For chipset scores, we rely on third-party tests that consider the model and generation of the chipset that powers the phone and provide authentic scores for it. The benchmark score is based on a variety of tests that measure the performance of the phone, such as Antutu, Geekbench, and others. These scores along with other factors used in the final formula to calculate the performance score of a device.
Battery
The battery score indicates the capacity and performance of a phone’s battery, including the mAh and battery life. The capacity score is based on the battery’s milliampere-hour (mAh), with higher capacities earning higher scores. The battery life depends on the components that consume battery power, such as display technologies that consume different amounts of battery power. Higher screen resolutions also consume more battery power. The final battery score is calculated by taking into account all the factors that may affect battery usage. When possible, we also test smartphones in our lab to make the score even more accurate.
Overall Score
The overall score of a phone is an inclusive indicator of its quality and performance, which is based on various factors that affect different aspects of a smartphone. To calculate the overall score, we use a weighted average of five components that are essential for the user experience which include design, display, camera, battery, and performance. Each category has a different weightage assigned to it based on its importance and impact on the overall experience.
The overall score can help users compare different smartphones and choose the one that suits their needs and preferences. However, it’s important to remember that the overall score is not the only factor to consider when purchasing a smartphone. Different users have different priorities and expectations. Some users may need a phone with a better camera, while others may need a phone with a long-lasting battery. That’s why we provide detailed reviews and scores for each component, allowing users to make an informed decision based on their criteria.