Overall Score
58.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#3416)58.6
Performance(#2808)64.0
Camera(#7654)42.0
Display(#2284)76.3
Battery(#11375)43.5
Build(#9479)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung S8500 Wave
Short Review
- The Samsung S8500 Wave features a sleek design with dimensions of 118 x 56 x 10.9 mm and a weight of 118g, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 3.3-inch Super AMOLED display offers a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, providing vibrant colors and good visibility at approximately 283 ppi.
- Powered by a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 CPU and Hummingbird chipset, performance is adequate for basic tasks, although the 390MB of storage may limit app usage.
- The 5 MP rear camera captures decent images and can record video at 720p@30fps, but lacks optical image stabilization.
- The 1500mAh battery supports standard usage without fast charging or wireless options.
- Running on Bada OS with TouchWiz UI 3, the software experience is functional but may feel dated.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 3.0, though it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The device lacks advanced features such as stereo speakers and a high-resolution front camera.
- Overall, the Wave combines a solid build with a capable display and basic performance, suitable for users with minimal demands.
Specifications
General
Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size3.3"
TypeSuper AMOLED
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~283 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetHummingbird
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPUPowerVR SGX540
Memory390MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsYes
Video Recording720p@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
Dimensions118 x 56 x 10.9 mm (4.65 x 2.20 x 0.43 in)
Weight118 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsEbony Gray
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 3.6/2 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, Samsung Mobile Navigator
Software
Operating SystemBada, upgradable to 2.0, TouchWiz UI 3
OS VersionBada, upgradable to 2.0, TouchWiz UI 3
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes