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Samsung A257 Magnet Specifications
For AT&T
Samsung
Released 2009, Mar 15
- 87.6g, 12mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 64MB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 1.4 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 2.3 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
2.2"
220x176 pixels
0.3MP
No video recorder
800mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| GPRS | Class 10 | |
| EDGE | Class 10 |
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Launch
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Announced | 2009, March. Released 2009, May |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 109 x 59 x 12 mm (4.29 x 2.32 x 0.47 in) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 87.6 g (3.07 oz) | |
| Keyboard | QWERTY | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 65K colors |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 2.2 inches, 15.2 cm2 (~23.7% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 220 x 176 pixels (~128 ppi density) |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
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| Phonebook | Yes, Photo call | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Internal | 64MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | VGA |
|---|---|---|
| Video | No |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | No |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 2.0 | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email, IM | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0 / xHTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| ??? | MP3/MP4 player Windows Live, Yahoo!, AOL Currency Converter Voice memo Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 800 mAh battery |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 240 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 5 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Black |
|---|---|---|
| SAR | 0.61 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 90 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung A257 Magnet worth buying in 2026?
Samsung A257 Magnet is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.7/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung A257 Magnet?
Samsung A257 Magnet has a 800 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung A257 Magnet have?
Samsung A257 Magnet features a 2.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Samsung A257 Magnet?
Genze rates Samsung A257 Magnet 3.7/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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