Samsung C5212
#9832
Samsung E490
#8274Category Breakdown
Samsung C5212
Samsung E490
Performance
25.020.4
Camera
9.639.6
Display
31.420.3
Battery
10.37.5
Build
0.217.3
Connectivity
10.58.5
Audio
8.987.6
Overall
11.315.7
Summary
- The Samsung C5212 features a slightly larger and heavier build compared to the E490, measuring 112.7 x 48.6 x 14.3 mm and weighing 98.7g, while the E490 is more compact at 94 x 49 x 15.5 mm and 83g.
- Both devices have a 2.2-inch TFT display with the same resolution, but the C5212 supports 256K colors versus the E490's 65K colors, offering a better visual experience.
- In terms of performance, the C5212 has significantly more RAM at 60MB compared to the E490's 22MB, which may enhance multitasking capabilities.
- Both phones have a 1.3 MP rear camera, but the E490 can record video, while the C5212 is limited to QCIF at 15fps.
- The C5212 is equipped with a 1000mAh battery, providing a longer usage time than the E490's 850mAh.
- Lastly, the C5212 lacks stereo speakers, whereas the E490 includes them, contributing to a different audio experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung C5212
Samsung E490
General
Release Date
2009
2006
Announced
2009
2006
Description
Also known as Samsung Fizz
N/A
Display
Size
2.2"
2.2"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT, 65K colors
Resolution
176 x 220 pixels (~128 ppi density)
176 x 220 pixels (~128 ppi density)
PPI
176
176
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
N/A
N/A
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
60MB
22MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSD (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
1.3 MP
1.3 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
QCIF@15fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1000 mAh
850 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 850 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
112.7 x 48.6 x 14.3 mm (4.44 x 1.91 x 0.56 in)
94 x 49 x 15.5 mm (3.70 x 1.93 x 0.61 in)
Weight
98.7 g
83 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Red/Silver and Red/Black (different keypads)
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.71 W/kg (head) 0.34 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM
GSM
Network Speed
N/A
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
Yes
NFC
✗
✗
USB
2.0
Proprietary
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
No
No
Software & Security
Operating System
N/A
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A