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Samsung I9100G Galaxy S II#5451

Released: 2011

Samsung I9100G Galaxy S II

Overall Score

54.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#5451)54.8
Performance(#12293)51.3
Camera(#6158)42.1
Display(#2254)76.3
Battery(#11007)43.5
Build(#9149)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Samsung I9100G Galaxy S II

Short Review

  • The Samsung I9100G Galaxy S II features a sleek design with dimensions of 125.3 x 66.1 x 8.5 mm and a lightweight build at 116g.
  • Its 4.3-inch Super AMOLED Plus display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, delivering vibrant colors and decent clarity at approximately 217 ppi.
  • Powered by a dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9 processor and 1GB of RAM, the performance is adequate for basic tasks and applications.
  • The 8 MP rear camera captures decent photos, though it lacks optical image stabilization, and can record video at 1080p.
  • The front-facing 2 MP camera is suitable for video calls.
  • The battery capacity is 1650 mAh, providing moderate usage time without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
  • Running on Android 2.3.4, it is upgradable to 4.1.2, offering a user-friendly interface with basic features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone is available in black, white, and pink colors, catering to different aesthetic preferences.
  • Overall, the I9100G Galaxy S II combines a solid design with functional performance and camera capabilities for its time.

Specifications

General

Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.3"
TypeSuper AMOLED Plus
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetTI OMAP 4430
CPUDual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUPowerVR SGX540
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, 1/3.2", f/2.6, AF
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity1650 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1650 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions125.3 x 66.1 x 8.5 mm (4.93 x 2.60 x 0.33 in)
Weight116 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Pink
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes