Overall Score
56.5Category Breakdown
Overall(#4460)56.5
Performance(#6042)57.3
Camera(#7665)42.0
Display(#2290)76.3
Battery(#11446)43.5
Build(#9540)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Google Nexus S 4G
Short Review
- The Samsung Google Nexus S 4G features a compact design with dimensions of 123.9 x 63 x 10.9 mm and a weight of 131g, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Its 4.0-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 233 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Hummingbird chipset with a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 CPU and 512MB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks but limited by today's standards.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording video at 480p, while the front lacks a selfie camera.
- Battery capacity stands at 1500mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
- Running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), the software experience is outdated compared to modern standards.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, and NFC support, but it lacks 5G capabilities.
- The device is equipped with stereo speakers and a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Overall, the Nexus S 4G is a basic smartphone with limited features, reflecting its 2011 release.
- Its build quality and design remain functional, but it may not meet the demands of current users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011, May 08
Announced2011
DescriptionFor SprintAlso known as Samsung SPH-D720
Display
Size4"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionOleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetHummingbird
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPUPowerVR SGX540
Memory16GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recordingw480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions123.9 x 63 x 10.9 mm (4.88 x 2.48 x 0.43 in)
Weight131 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkCDMA / EVDO
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, WiMAX, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread)
OS VersionAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes