A fresh leak suggests HMD Global is preparing a new wave of affordable Android phones, and the upcoming HMD Pulse 2 lineup could bring some meaningful upgrades where they matter most: smoother screens, practical features, and solid everyday performance.
At the top of the rumored range sits the HMD Pulse 2 Pro. According to the details currently circulating, HMD is expected to power the phone with the Unisoc Tiger T7250, a 12nm ARM chipset built around two Cortex-A75 performance cores and six Cortex-A55 efficiency cores. That configuration is aimed squarely at daily tasks like social apps, browsing, streaming, and light multitasking, without pushing the price into flagship territory. The leak also points to multiple memory and storage options, with 6GB to 8GB of RAM and 128GB to 256GB of internal storage, giving buyers some flexibility depending on budget and usage.
One of the bigger highlights is the display. The HMD Pulse 2 Pro is said to feature a 6.72-inch IPS screen with a 1080p+ resolution and a 90Hz refresh rate. That combination should deliver sharper visuals than many budget phones, plus smoother scrolling compared to standard 60Hz panels. It also appears to keep several user-friendly extras that buyers still search for, including a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and NFC for tap-to-pay and quick wireless pairing. An IP52 rating is also mentioned, which typically means basic protection against dust and light splashes—useful peace of mind for everyday mishaps.
Below the Pro model, the HMD Pulse 2+ is positioned as a more affordable alternative with a different display approach. The leak claims it will use a 6.7-inch IPS panel with a faster 120Hz refresh rate, but at a lower 720p+ resolution. Camera specs are said to include a 13MP front camera and a 50MP main rear camera, though there’s reportedly no ultrawide lens here—suggesting HMD is prioritizing a strong main shooter while keeping costs down.
The most budget-friendly option could be the standard HMD Pulse 2. It’s rumored to share the same processor and battery as the Pulse 2+ and Pulse 2 Pro, which could be good news for consistent performance and battery expectations across the lineup. However, the display is said to stay at 6.7 inches with a 90Hz refresh rate and a 720p+ resolution. On the camera side, it’s expected to carry a 50MP main camera, an additional 2MP sensor, and an 8MP selfie camera—aimed at covering the basics for casual photos and video calls.
For shoppers comparing budget smartphones, the rumored Pulse 2 family looks designed to offer clear choices: the Pulse 2 Pro for sharper visuals and more premium day-to-day features, the Pulse 2+ for those who want a very smooth 120Hz screen at a lower price, and the Pulse 2 as the simplest entry point while keeping key hardware consistent.
For now, the biggest unanswered questions are the launch date and pricing. The leak doesn’t provide a timeline or official cost, so anyone interested will want to keep an eye out for an official announcement to confirm specs, regional availability, and final configurations.
