Energizer Ultimate 65G review
This phone suits buyers in areas with solid 5G coverage who prioritize screen real estate and battery endurance over performance, image quality, or display clarity. Anyone willing to spend 10–20 EUR more will find phones with sharper screens, faster chips, and quicker charging across the board.
This review is based on Energizer’s published specifications and public benchmark data for the Energizer Ultimate 65G, and the rating is spec-based. GoSolo does not physically test devices; where we estimate real-world behaviour such as battery life or charge time, we say so. How we rate phones.
Overview
The Energizer Ultimate 65G is a 5G-equipped budget phone that trades sharpness and raw speed for a large screen and day-long battery, making it a straightforward choice for users in emerging markets who value connectivity and longevity over performance or image quality. It is competent at everyday tasks but noticeably falls behind rivals at the same price on screen clarity and charging speed.
Design & Build
At 190 grams and 9.2 mm thick, the Energizer feels substantial without being unwieldy—typical for its price tier. The 81.5% screen-to-body ratio is decent for a mid-2024 release, and the device sits comfortably in one hand. No surprises here: plastic build, modest bezels, a rear fingerprint sensor that works reliably. It is a phone designed to last a year or two without pretense, not an object of desire, and that honesty is refreshing at 140 EUR.
Display
The 6.51-inch IPS LCD is bright and wide, and its 20:9 aspect ratio makes it tall enough for video and ebooks without unnecessary stretching. But at 270 ppi, the screen is noticeably grainy when reading text at normal distance—not unusable, but inferior to phones with 300+ ppi at the same price. Colors are neutral and viewing angles are acceptable for an IPS panel, but there is no getting around the fact that the low pixel density dates this phone immediately when placed next to any mid-range competitor released in 2024 or later.
Performance
The Mediatek Dimensity 700 is mainstream midrange silicon from 2021, paired here with 4GB of RAM and eMMC 5.1 storage. It handles everyday work—calls, messaging, casual social media, light web browsing—without noticeable lag. Switch to a heavy game, open multiple apps in succession, or attempt video editing, and the frame rate drops and stuttering becomes obvious. The 64GB internal storage fills quickly if you record video or install large apps; the microSDXC slot helps, but it is no substitute for faster underlying storage. For someone who treats their phone as a communication device rather than a mobile workstation, this is adequate. For anyone else, the limitations become tiresome within weeks.
Software
Android 13 ships here without bloat, which is welcome. The interface is responsive for simple tasks, and app compatibility is universal. But the phone launched in Q3 2024 with a two-year-old OS and no indication of when (or if) it will see Android 14 or 15. In a market where budget phones often go unpatched for security and performance updates, this is a meaningful concern, though not unique to Energizer.
Camera
The 13MP main sensor with f/1.8 aperture captures acceptable daylight photos with decent color and detail on the wide lens. Zoom in or move indoors, and softness and noise appear quickly. The 2MP macro lens is a gimmick—extreme close-ups are possible but of little practical use, and the auxiliary depth sensor contributes almost nothing. Video tops out at 1080p@30fps, which is now an entry-level spec; rivals at this price offer 60fps or higher. The 8MP selfie camera is plain. Overall, the camera is a weak point, not a selling feature, and anyone who cares about travel photography or video will find better options at the same price.
Battery & Charging
The 4000 mAh battery delivers about a full day of light use—texting, calls, casual browsing—before a charge is needed. Switch to video streaming or gaming and that drops to roughly half a day. These figures are honest for the capacity; the phone does not lie about battery life. However, the 20W wired charging is slow by current standards. Rivals now push 50W, 65W, or higher at comparable prices, cutting charge time to under an hour. The Energizer needs roughly 90 minutes from flat to full, which means planning ahead if you have drained the battery entirely.
Value & Verdict
At 140 EUR, the Energizer Ultimate 65G occupies an awkward middle ground. It is not cheap enough to justify its compromises, nor is it positioned to compete with better-spec'd rivals at the same price. The 5G connectivity is a genuine plus in markets where that matters, and the large screen and battery life appeal to specific users. But the low-resolution display, slow charging, and dated chipset sum to a phone that feels like a clearance item rather than a considered choice. For markets where 5G availability is high and screen size trumps sharpness, it is a pragmatic buy. Elsewhere, spending a little more unlocks significantly better all-around value.
Verdict
This phone suits buyers in areas with solid 5G coverage who prioritize screen real estate and battery endurance over performance, image quality, or display clarity. Anyone willing to spend 10–20 EUR more will find phones with sharper screens, faster chips, and quicker charging across the board.
- 5G connectivity at sub-150 EUR, which remains uncommon in this price band
- Day-long battery life on light use; the 4000 mAh capacity is honest rather than inflated
- Large 6.51-inch screen ideal for content consumption, video calls, and reading in markets where size matters more than pixel density
- Includes headphone jack and FM radio, plus rear fingerprint sensor—practical features many rivals skip at this tier
- 270 ppi display is visibly grainy compared to 300+ ppi rivals at similar prices; text and icons lack sharpness at arm's length
- 20W charging is slow by current standards; rivals now routinely hit 50W or above, cutting charge time in half
- Dimensity 700 and 4GB RAM struggle with sustained multitasking and any demanding apps; stuttering is common once you push beyond social media and browsing
Energizer Ultimate 65G Key Specifications
The essentials at a glance. See the full spec sheet.
| Released | 2024, February |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.51 inches, 102.3 cm2 (~81.5% screen-to-body ratio), IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm) |
| RAM & storage | 64GB 4GB RAM |
| Main camera | 13 MP, f/1.8, (wide) 2 MP (macro) Auxiliary lens |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP, (wide) |
| Battery | 4000 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired |
| Software | Android 13 |
| Dimensions | 164.4 x 76.4 x 9.2 mm (6.47 x 3.01 x 0.36 in) |
| Weight | 190 g (6.70 oz) |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| NFC | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
Energizer Ultimate 65G FAQ
Common questions, answered from the spec sheet.
Does the Ultimate 65G support 5G?
Yes. The Ultimate 65G supports 5G networks.
What chipset does the Ultimate 65G use?
The Ultimate 65G runs on the Mediatek Dimensity 700 (7 nm).
What display does the Ultimate 65G have?
A 6.51 inches, 102.3 cm2 (~81.5% screen-to-body ratio) IPS LCD, 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~270 ppi density).
How big is the Ultimate 65G battery?
The Ultimate 65G has a 4000 mAh battery. Charging is rated at 20W wired.
Does the Ultimate 65G have NFC?
No, the Ultimate 65G does not list NFC support.
Does the Ultimate 65G support a microSD card?
Yes, the Ultimate 65G supports expandable storage (microSDXC).
Does the Ultimate 65G have a headphone jack?
Yes, the Ultimate 65G has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Alternatives to consider
If the Ultimate 65G isn’t quite right, these are the closest calls.
U683S
Ultimate U6G
H67G
Ultimate U652S
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