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BenQ-Siemens EF61 Specifications
Benq
Released 2006, Jul 15
- 99g, 23mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 1.5MB storage, microSD slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 1.3 | — |
| Display | 4.9 | — |
| Performance | 2.3 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.5 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
128x160 pixels
1.3MP
No video recorder
750mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| GPRS | Class 10 | |
| EDGE | No |
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Launch
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Announced | 2006, July |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 88 x 46 x 23 mm (3.46 x 1.81 x 0.91 in) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 99 g (3.49 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 256K colors |
|---|---|---|
| Size | ||
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels | |
| ??? | Second external CSTN, 4096 colors display (96 x 64 pixels) |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSD (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|---|
| Phonebook | Yes, Photo call | |
| Call records | 100 dialed, 100 received, 100 missed calls | |
| Internal | 1.5MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
|---|---|---|
| Video | No |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | No |
|---|---|---|
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones | |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| ??? | 3D surround sound |
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Comms
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WLAN | No |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Yes | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | 1.1 |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| ??? | MP3/AAC/WMA player Photo editor Predictive text input Voice memo Stopwatch Organizer |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 750 mAh battery |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 225 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Whisper |
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Frequently asked questions
Is BenQ-Siemens EF61 worth buying in 2026?
BenQ-Siemens EF61 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of BenQ-Siemens EF61?
BenQ-Siemens EF61 has a 750 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What is the Genze score for BenQ-Siemens EF61?
Genze rates BenQ-Siemens EF61 3.8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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