Overall Score
27.7Category Breakdown
Overall(#5453)27.7
Performance(#3669)65.6
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#2183)78.3
Battery(#7383)15.2
Build(#3540)15.8
Connectivity(#7790)25.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Samsung Epic 4G features a compact design with dimensions of 124 x 65 x 14 mm and a weight of 155g, making it portable.
- Its 4.0-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 233 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Hummingbird chipset with a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 CPU and 512MB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording video at 720p@30fps, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
- Battery capacity stands at 1500mAh, with no fast charging or wireless options available.
- The device runs on Android 2.1, upgradable to 2.2, providing a basic user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The phone is equipped with a microUSB 2.0 port and a standard headphone jack.
- Overall, the Samsung Epic 4G offers a solid build and functional features for its time, though it lacks modern enhancements.
- Its design and performance are suitable for users seeking a straightforward smartphone experience.
Specifications
General
Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung Galaxy S ProFor Sprint
Display
Size4"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetHummingbird
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPUPowerVR SGX540
Memory512MB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions124 x 65 x 14 mm (4.88 x 2.56 x 0.55 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SAR0.68 W/kg (head) 0.99 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkCDMA / HSPA / EVDO
Network SpeedHSPA, EV-DO Rev. A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; WiMAX, hotspot (Android 2.2)
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass