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Samsung A657 Specifications
For AT&T
Samsung
Released 2009, May 15
- 123g, 19.5mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 128MB storage, microSDHC 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 | 2.5 | — |
| 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
1.9"
176x220 pixels
NO
1420mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 | |
| Speed | HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2009, April. Released 2009, Q2 |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 115 x 52 x 19.5 mm (4.53 x 2.05 x 0.77 in) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 123 g (4.34 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| ??? | Dust, shock and splash resistant Flashlight |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 256K colors |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 1.9 inches, 11.4 cm2 (~19.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels (~148 ppi density) | |
| ??? | Wallpapers |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|---|
| Phonebook | 1000 entries | |
| Call records | Yes | |
| Internal | 128MB |
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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, A2DP | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Email | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| ??? | MP3/eAAC+/WMA player MP4/H.263 player Push to Talk Organizer Voice memo Stopwatch Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1420 mAh battery |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 250 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Black |
|---|---|---|
| SAR | 1.46 W/kg (head) 0.73 W/kg (body) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung A657 worth buying in 2026?
Samsung A657 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.9/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung A657?
Samsung A657 has a 1,420 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung A657 have?
Samsung A657 features a 1.90-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Samsung A657?
Genze rates Samsung A657 3.9/10 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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