Overall Score
23.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#6396)23.9
Performance(#7312)36.7
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#2183)78.3
Battery(#7383)15.2
Build(#2722)17.3
Connectivity(#7584)26.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
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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
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, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions125 x 64 x 10.5 mm (4.92 x 2.52 x 0.41 in)
Weight116 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, Grey, White
Foldable✗
SAR0.57 W/kg (head) 0.52 W/kg (body)
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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass