Overall Score
12.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#9252)12.8
Performance(#8407)29.1
Camera(#2086)39.6
Display(#7882)32.3
Battery(#10096)6.5
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#10730)4.1
Audio(#11169)0.0
Comparisons Featuring Samsung S500i
Short Review
- The Samsung S500i, released in 2005, features a compact design with dimensions of 91 x 47 x 23 mm and a weight of 98g, making it portable.
- Its TFT display supports 256K colors with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels and a pixel density of 240 PPI, providing decent visuals for its time.
- Performance is limited with 80MB of storage and 80GB of RAM, suitable for basic tasks.
- The rear camera offers 1.3 MP resolution, capable of video recording but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 800mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on basic software without advanced features, and it lacks stereo speakers and a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 1.2, but there is no WiFi or NFC support.
- The phone does not support 5G, limiting its future-proofing.
- Overall, the S500i is a straightforward device focused on essential functions.
- Its build quality and design reflect the era, prioritizing portability and simplicity.
Specifications
General
Release Date2005
Announced2005
DescriptionN/A
Display
SizeN/A
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory80MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSD (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity800 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 800 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions91 x 47 x 23 mm (3.58 x 1.85 x 0.91 in)
Weight98 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth1.2, A2DP
NFC✗
USBProprietary
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerNo
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A