Overall Score
56.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#4442)56.5
Performance(#5973)57.3
Camera(#7592)42.0
Display(#2251)76.3
Battery(#10959)43.5
Build(#9106)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Fascinate
Short Review
- The Samsung Fascinate features a sleek design with dimensions of 125 x 64 x 10.5 mm and a lightweight build at 116 grams.
- Its 4.0-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing vibrant colors and decent clarity at approximately 233 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 CPU and 2GB of RAM, supported by the Hummingbird chipset, ensuring smooth operation for basic tasks.
- The camera system includes a 5 MP rear camera capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, although it lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- Battery life is sustained by a 1500 mAh capacity, but it does not support fast or wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo), which limits access to newer applications and features.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The absence of stereo speakers is notable, but it retains a standard headphone jack for audio.
- Overall, the Fascinate combines a solid build with a vibrant display and adequate performance for its time.
- Special features are limited, reflecting its 2010 release date.
Specifications
General
Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionFor VerizonAlso known as Samsung Galaxy S CDMA
Display
Size4"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetHummingbird
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPUPowerVR SGX540
Memory2GB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 16 GB included
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions125 x 64 x 10.5 mm (4.92 x 2.52 x 0.41 in)
Weight116 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Grey, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkCDMA / EVDO
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot (Android 2.2)
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, VZ Navigator
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
OS VersionAndroid 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes