Overall Score
41.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#11313)41.3
Performance(#5394)58.8
Camera(#12232)0.0
Display(#10529)50.5
Battery(#11385)43.5
Build(#9489)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung A657
Short Review
- The Samsung A657 features a compact design with dimensions of 115 x 52 x 19.5 mm and a weight of 123g, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 1.9-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels, providing basic visuals with a pixel density of approximately 148 ppi.
- Performance is limited, equipped with 128MB of storage and 128MB of RAM, which may restrict multitasking capabilities.
- The camera system is minimal, lacking both rear and selfie cameras, resulting in no photographic functionality.
- The 1420mAh battery supports basic usage but does not offer fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on unspecified software, lacking modern features like stereo speakers or a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 2.0 but no WiFi or NFC capabilities, limiting online access.
- The phone does not support 5G, reflecting its older technology.
- The A657 is available in black, offering a simple aesthetic without water resistance.
- Overall, it serves basic communication needs but lacks advanced features found in contemporary smartphones.
Specifications
General
Release Date2009
Announced2009
DescriptionFor AT&T
Display
Size1.9"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution176 x 220 pixels (~148 ppi density)
PPI176
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory128MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main CameraN/A
Main Camera DetailsN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingN/A
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1420 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1420 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions115 x 52 x 19.5 mm (4.53 x 2.05 x 0.77 in)
Weight123 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USB2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Software
Operating SystemN/A
OS VersionN/A
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo