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Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940 Specifications
For MetroPCS Also known as Samsung SCH-R940
Samsung
Released 2012, Aug 15
Exynos 3210
- 142g, 11.7mm thickness
- Android 2.3
- 1.4GB storage, microSDHC slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.8 | — |
| Display | 6.1 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4.5 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.3"
480x800 pixels
8MP
720p
Exynos 3210
1600mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | CDMA / EVDO / LTE |
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| 2G bands | CDMA 800 / 1700 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| 4G bands | 2, 4 | |
| Speed | EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, August. Released 2012, August |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 130 x 68 x 11.7 mm (5.12 x 2.68 x 0.46 in) |
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| Weight | 142 g (5.01 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | Super AMOLED Plus |
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| Size | 4.3 inches, 52.6 cm2 (~59.5% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) |
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| Chipset | Exynos 3210 | |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 16 GB included |
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| Internal | 1.4GB |
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Main Camera
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Single | 8 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 720p |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
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| Video |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n |
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| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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| ??? | HDMI port MP4/WMV/H.264 player MP3/WAV/WMA/eAAC+ player Photo/video editor Document viewer |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 200 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h 30 min |
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Misc
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Colors | Black |
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| SAR | 0.72 W/kg (head) 0.45 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 100 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940 worth buying in 2026?
Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940?
Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940 has a 1,600 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940 have?
Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940 features a 4.30-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940?
Genze rates Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940 4.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
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