Essential
Essential Phone
MKBHD Awards Won (1)
Best Design of 2017. Titanium-and-ceramic build was unlike anything else. The notch pioneer that inspired years of smartphone design.
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Key Specs at a Glance
Display
5.71-inch QHD LCD, 60Hz
Camera
13MP main (monochrome) + 13MP secondary
Battery
3,040 mAh
Chipset
Snapdragon 835
Full Specifications
Award History
1 winCelebrates the most beautiful, innovative, or distinctive physical design in the smartphone industry that year.
Runner-up: iPhone X
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Essential Phone cost?
The Essential Phone starts at $699 USD as of 2017.
What processor does the Essential Phone have?
The Essential Phone is powered by the Snapdragon 835.
What camera does the Essential Phone have?
The Essential Phone features a 13MP main (monochrome) + 13MP secondary camera system.
Did the Essential Phone win any MKBHD awards?
Yes! The Essential Phone won: Best Design (2017) at the MKBHD Smartphone Awards.
About the MKBHD Smartphone Awards
Each year, Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) — one of the world's most respected tech reviewers — names the best smartphones across 11+ categories. The MKBHD Smartphone Awards have become one of the most trusted annual rankings in the industry.
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