The Helio 24 has arrived in Bangladesh with just one message: ignore the hype and pay attention to battery life. This budget handset boasts a massive6000mAh battery, 120Hz refresh rate on the display and even has a bit of IP64 splash resistance, which isn't a standard feature on this end of the market. 

That isn't all good news, however. Helio G81 is an old chipset, the screen is only HD+ resolution and it doesn't include 5G on board. Then is the Helio 24 a wise investment for battery-burglarizing customers or does it skimp in other areas? Let's break it down.

An In-Depth Review on Helio 24

The Helio 24 is designed for the average user who doesn't want to over-spend on long battery life. It is powered by a MediaTek Helio G81 chipset, comes with a massive 6000mAh battery, a 120Hz IPS LCD screen and is protected with Gorilla Glass and IP64 splash resistance. The design, the display, its performance, its cameras, its battery life, its price in Bangladesh and the overall value will be discussed in this review in the light of the budget conscious buyers who want endurance and durability more than power.

Box Content

This is what you get inside the Helio 24 box:

• Helio 24 Smartphone
• 18W Charger
• USB Type-C cable
• Protective Case
• SIM ejector tool
• User manual

The Helio 24 should come equipped with the handset itself, an 18W USB-C charging brick, a USB-C cable, a SIM ejector, and simple paperwork (warranty card and user guide). It may come with a protective case and screen protector, or it might not; budget brands may or may not include one or both to save on costs. 

Design & Build Quality

The Helio 24 is not flashy but still very useful and simple. It measures 65.72mm × 76.7mm × 8.5mm and weighs 200 grams. It's thicker and heavier than most modern phones. But there's a good reason because a 6000mAh battery requires space, and space equals weight. Those who have had experience in using slim phones will feel it. It's not uncomfortable, just solid and heavy in the hand.

The design is the most important thing, and the strongest part is that. The phone is dust-proof and water resistant up to IP64.It is completely dust-proof and can resist light rain or water splashes. This is a nice bonus as most cheap phones don't include this facility. It won't cause any panic if you get caught in rain or splashed water during hand wash.

The front panel also comes with Gorilla Glass. This provides additional protection against minor scratches from keys, coins and table-drops etc.

When it comes to colors, you have three options—Vivid Orange, Cosmic Navy Blue, and Magnetic Black. Orange is colourful, lively and bold for those who enjoy a stand-out phone. Navy Blue and Black look more simple and professional.

Overall, the phone doesn't feel premium or slim, but it feels strong and reliable. Built to stand up to everyday handling, bumps, and spills, which is important to many buyers more than having a thin, attractive design.

Display

The Helio 24 features a 6.67 inch IPS LCD display and it is a mixed bag, some good things and some definite limitations.So, first of all, the good news, the 120Hz refresh rate. This means that accessing social media, swiping from app to app or surfing the web seems smooth and quick. It's a nice surprise, as it's typically not seen on portable goods this inexpensive.

The downside is the resolution of 720×1600 (HD+) which translates to 263 ppi. That's on the low end of the screen size. The text and minor details won't be as crisp as they would be on a Full HD+ screen. The softness may be apparent to those who watch many videos or read fine print regularly.

Brightness is at 500 nits, a good level for indoor and on a cloudy day. But under strong, direct sunlight, you may need to squint a bit or cover the screen with your hand to see clearly.

Design featuring a punch-hole front camera cutout for sleek, clean design. It also features Gorilla Glass which helps prevent minor scratches caused by keys and coins in your pocket.

Capacitive, multi-touch technology ensures smooth touch response, while typing, swiping and tapping are intuitive with no lag.

In general, this display is designed for a relaxed, normal use, as opposed to sharpness or outdoor visibility. If speed is more important to you than crisp detail, you'll be happy. This one doesn't quite have the same level of sharpness as you'll find on a super screen.

Camera

Helio 24 sports a simple camera setup with just a primary camera and a front camera (no extra lenses). Here's how it looks on paper.

The back camera has a 50MP sensor with an f/1.8 aperture. A large opening like this allows for more light to enter, which will be helpful in photos, particularly in the evening or in low light settings. It also features an auto-focus, so that the camera should focus on the subject swiftly and clearly.

Useful features include HDR (High Dynamic Range) to balance out bright and dark areas in a photo, and continuous shooting to capture fast-moving subjects. If you prefer to make some manual adjustments such as ISO and exposure compensation, you have a slightly greater degree of control.

Daylight Photos:

A 50MP sensor and f/1.8 aperture mean that photos taken during the day should be clear, colourful and detailed. This is where the camera should shine best with ample amount of natural light and the wide aperture allowing additional light to be captured.

Low-Light Photos:

There's just a single main camera and no special night mode, so low-light photos could have a grainy (noisy) and soft quality. The f/1.8 aperture lets in more light, but with less sophisticated night photography software than what is available, there will likely be average settings in the dark conditions.

It also includes an LED flash, an auto flash mode, face detection and touch-to-focus to assist with taking photos in low light conditions.Note that it is a zoom digital, not optical. This can result in blurriness and detail loss at zooms, particularly high zooms, when close-ups are taken.

Video at Full HD (1920x1080) and 30 fps is recorded by the main camera. This is normal for low budget phones and does not come with 4K recording; video quality will be good but not great.

The front camera is 8MP and has an f/2.0 aperture. It also has video capabilities of up to 1080p, 30fps. This is great for casual selfies and video calls but NOT for professional quality shots or blurring the backdrop out.

Performance & Software

Helio 24 is powered by the latest version of Android, with all the new features and enhanced security out of the box. It's a nice victory for the entry-level smartphone given that not every cheaper smartphone comes with the latest software.

Inside, it is powered by MediaTek Helio G81 SoC. It's a basic processor, designed for simple day-to-day use, not for performance. It has a total of 8 cores, 2 high core (Cortex-A75 2.0GHz+) for heavy tasks, and 6 low core (Cortex-A55 1.8GHz+) for light tasks such as calls, texting, and browsing. This type of configuration can help conserve battery power and still accomplish light multitasking.

The chip has been fabricated using 12nm technology. This is an older chipset as opposed to newer 6nm and 4nm chips available on more expensive devices. Basically, it's less power efficient and a bit more hot when you're using it heavily, but not much when doing simple things.

The ARM Mali-G52 MC2 GPU is a simple graphics processor that works with graphics. It doesn't perform particularly well with heavy games or graphics, but it's perfectly capable of playing simple games and light visuals. So, if you're playing casual games such as puzzle games, card games, or light 2D games, they should work perfectly.

The Helio 24 has everything one would want it to have for regular phone use, calls, texting, social networking, browsing and watching videos. It is not intended for playing games, video editing, or multitasking. If you have simple and light lifestyles as a daily routine, this is a phone that should feel smooth. However, for power users and gamers, this chipset will appear slow and outdated.

Battery & Charger

The Helio 24 is really a great choice in terms of battery life. It packs a huge 6000mAh Li-Polymer battery, which is well above average for phones in this price range. Simple enough to explain: With this you can easily enjoy a full day or even two days (if you're a light user and primarily use it for calls, texts and browsing).

A 18W charged wired charger via USB Type-C 2.0 is used. By today's standards that's not fast, it takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes to charge from 0 to 100%. So lasts the battery long, but it will take some patience to replenish it.The battery is not removable as typical for modern phones to ensure the design is more compact and dust/splash resistant.

For those who prioritize long battery life over quick charging times, the Helio 24 is a solid performer. Don't think you'll get a quick top up if you are pressed for time, schedule your time to charge.

Helio 24 Price in Bangladesh

The Helio 24 is officially priced at ৳17,499 in Bangladesh for the 4GB RAM and 128GB storage version. The price falls under the budget category and it is competing with smartphones such as the ZTE Nubia A57 and the Tecno Spark Go 3 Pro. If you want to have a large battery, a good screen and decent durability for a relatively low price, you can do no better than the Helio 24.

Final Word

If extended battery life and functionality are your top priorities, the Helio 24 is a good option. The massive 6000mAh battery, 120Hz refresh rate display and IP64 water resistance are uncommon features for this amount of money. Unfortunately, the Helio G81 is a weak chipset, HD+ display, and just 4GB of RAM, so it's no gaming machine and isn't really suited for multitasking. Its price of ৳17,499 makes it a decent option for casual players who prioritize stamina over rapidity and precision. But be careful not to compare it to the performance of the flagship.