Overall Score
53.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#7900)53.1
Performance(#3958)61.0
Camera(#8494)41.9
Display(#9901)53.4
Battery(#11496)43.5
Build(#9586)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Samsung U380 Brightside
Short Review
- The Samsung U380 Brightside features a compact design with dimensions of 111 x 60 x 14 mm and a weight of 122g, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 3.1-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, providing basic visuals with a pixel density of approximately 129 ppi.
- Performance is limited, powered by 256MB of RAM and 256MB of internal storage, which may restrict multitasking and app usage.
- The rear camera is 3.15 MP, capable of capturing basic photos and videos, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- The battery capacity is 1000mAh, supporting standard usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The software environment is unspecified, but it includes a headphone jack for audio connectivity.
- Connectivity options are limited, with Bluetooth 2.1 and microUSB 2.0, while WiFi and 5G are not supported.
- The device does not offer water resistance or stereo speakers, focusing instead on essential features.
- Overall, the U380 Brightside is a basic phone suitable for straightforward tasks and communication.
- Its design and build cater to users seeking simplicity and functionality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionAlso known as Samsung SCH-U380For Verizon
Display
Size3.1"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~129 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory256MB 128MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera3.15 MP
Main Camera Details3.15 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1000 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Po 1000 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions111 x 60 x 14 mm (4.37 x 2.36 x 0.55 in)
Weight122 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkCDMA / EVDO
Network SpeedEV-DO Rev.0, 153.2 Kbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemN/A
OS VersionN/A
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes