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Samsung i927 Captivate Glide#6235

Released: 2011

Samsung i927 Captivate Glide

Overall Score

24.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6235)24.7
Performance(#7290)36.9
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#2183)78.3
Battery(#7153)16.4
Build(#4106)14.6
Connectivity(#7111)29.0
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Samsung i927 Captivate Glide features a compact design with dimensions of 124 x 64 x 13 mm and a weight of 147g, making it portable yet sturdy.
  • Its 4.0-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, delivering vibrant colors and decent clarity at approximately 233 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 processor and Nvidia Tegra 2 chipset, supported by 1GB of RAM, which provides adequate responsiveness for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera boasts an 8 MP sensor capable of recording 720p video at 30fps, while the front-facing camera is limited to 1.3 MP.
  • Battery life is sustained by a 1650mAh capacity, although it lacks fast charging and wireless charging options.
  • The device runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) but can be upgraded to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), offering a basic user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone includes a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer, along with a standard headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Captivate Glide combines a solid build with functional features, though it may feel dated compared to modern smartphones.

Specifications

General

Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionFor AT&TAlso known as Samsung Galaxy S Glide, Samsung I927 Galaxy S II, Samsung Gidim

Display

Size4"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Performance

ChipsetNvidia Tegra 2 AP20H
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUULP GeForce
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

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

Build & Safety

Dimensions124 x 64 x 13 mm (4.88 x 2.52 x 0.51 in)
Weight147 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SAR0.20 W/kg (head)     0.54 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass