Overall Score
56.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#4385)56.6
Performance(#5510)57.3
Camera(#5131)42.1
Display(#2195)76.3
Battery(#4362)43.5
Build(#3106)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Dell Venue
Short Review
- The Dell Venue features a compact design with dimensions of 121 x 64 x 12.9 mm and a weight of 164 grams, making it portable yet sturdy.
- Its 4.1-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing decent visual clarity at 228 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1 chipset, with a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU and 1GB of RAM, which may struggle with multitasking.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera with autofocus and 720p video recording, but it lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- The 1400 mAh battery capacity is modest, and it does not support fast or wireless charging.
- Running on Android 2.2 (Froyo), the software experience is dated, lacking modern features and updates.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g and Bluetooth, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device has a microUSB 2.0 port and a headphone jack, catering to basic connectivity needs.
- Overall, the Dell Venue offers a basic smartphone experience with limited capabilities compared to contemporary devices.
- Its design and display are appealing, but performance and software limitations may hinder usability.
Specifications
General
Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionPreviously known as Dell Thunder
Display
Size4.1"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~228 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1
CPU1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 200
Memory1GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1400 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions121 x 64 x 12.9 mm (4.76 x 2.52 x 0.51 in)
Weight164 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
BluetoothYes
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.2 (Froyo)
OS VersionAndroid 2.2 (Froyo)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes