Overall Score
51.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#8916)51.8
Performance(#5380)58.8
Camera(#10125)41.8
Display(#10475)50.5
Battery(#10951)43.5
Build(#9098)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung A837 Rugby
Short Review
- The Samsung A837 Rugby features a robust design with dimensions of 100 x 52 x 23 mm and a weight of 132g, making it durable for rugged use.
- Its 2.0-inch TFT display supports 256K colors with a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels, offering a basic viewing experience.
- Performance is limited with 128MB of storage and 128MB of RAM, suitable for simple tasks.
- The camera is modest, featuring a 1.3 MP rear sensor capable of recording video at 176x144 pixels and 15fps, while lacking a front-facing camera.
- The 1000mAh battery provides basic longevity but does not support fast or wireless charging.
- The software environment is minimal, lacking advanced features like stereo speakers or a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 2.0, but there is no support for WiFi or 5G.
- The device is available in color combinations of red on black and yellow on black.
- Overall, the A837 Rugby is designed for essential functionality in a rugged form factor.
- Its special features are limited, focusing primarily on durability and basic communication.
Specifications
General
Release Date2008
Announced2008
DescriptionFor AT&T
Display
Size2"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution176 x 220 pixels (~141 ppi density)
PPI176
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory128MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSD (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera Details1.3 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording176x144@15fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1000 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions100 x 52 x 23 mm (3.94 x 2.05 x 0.91 in)
Weight132 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsRed on Black, Yellow on Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USB2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningA-GPS only; AT&T Navigator
Software
Operating SystemN/A
OS VersionN/A
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo