Overall Score
54.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#6564)54.1
Performance(#5640)57.3
Camera(#6908)42.0
Display(#7487)64.3
Battery(#6301)43.5
Build(#4911)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung Google Nexus S I9023
Short Review
- The Samsung Google Nexus S I9023 features a compact design with dimensions of 123.9 x 63 x 10.9 mm and a weight of 129g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 4.0-inch S-LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 233 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 CPU and Hummingbird chipset, supported by 16GB of internal storage and 16GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is 5 MP with autofocus, capable of recording video at 480p, while there is no front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 1500 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- Running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), it is upgradable to 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean), providing a basic user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, and NFC support.
- The device lacks water resistance and stereo speakers but includes a standard headphone jack.
- Overall, the Nexus S offers essential features for its time, though it may feel limited by modern standards.
- Its build quality and design reflect the era of its release in 2011.
Specifications
General
Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionFor India
Display
Size4"
TypeS-LCD
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
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)
Weight129 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.1.1 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes