Overall Score
56.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4834)56.3
Performance(#11110)54.3
Camera(#6210)42.1
Display(#1904)79.5
Battery(#11579)43.5
Build(#9661)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Galaxy Note II CDMA
Short Review
- The Samsung Galaxy Note II CDMA features a sturdy build with dimensions of 151.1 x 80.5 x 9.4 mm and a weight of 179.4g, available in multiple colors.
- Its 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 267 ppi.
- Performance is driven by the Exynos 4412 Quad chipset, a 1.6 GHz quad-core CPU, and 2GB of RAM, allowing for smooth multitasking.
- The camera system includes an 8 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, while the 1.9 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- A 3100 mAh battery powers the device, but it lacks fast or wireless charging options.
- Running on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean with TouchWiz UI, it can be upgraded to 4.4.2 KitKat, offering a user-friendly experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
- The absence of water resistance and stereo speakers may be drawbacks for some users.
- The phone retains a headphone jack, which is a plus for audio enthusiasts.
- Overall, the Galaxy Note II CDMA combines a solid design with reliable performance and essential features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionVersions:Samsung SCH-I605 for VerizonSamsung SCH-R950 for U.S. CellularSamsung SPH-L900 for Sprint
Display
Size5.5"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetExynos 4412 Quad (32 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.6 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUMali-400MP4
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front Camera1.9 MP
Front Camera Details1.9 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3100 mAh, removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions151.1 x 80.5 x 9.4 mm (5.95 x 3.17 x 0.37 in)
Weight179.4 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsTitanium Gray, Marble White, Amber Brown, Ruby Wine
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat), TouchWiz UI
OS VersionAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.4.2 (KitKat), TouchWiz UI
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes