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Samsung I9000 Galaxy S Specifications
Also known as Samsung I9008 Galaxy S in China
Samsung
Released 2010, Mar 15
Hummingbird
- 119g, 9.9mm thickness
- Android 2.1, up to 2.3, TouchWiz UI 3
- 8GB/16GB storage, microSDHC
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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 |
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| Battery | 2.6 | — |
| Display | 6 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.0"
480x800 pixels
5MP
720p
512MB RAM
Hummingbird
1500mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2010, March. Released 2010, June |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 122.4 x 64.2 x 9.9 mm (4.82 x 2.53 x 0.39 in) |
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| Weight | 119 g (4.20 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | Super AMOLED |
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| Size | 4.0 inches, 45.5 cm2 (~58.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
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Platform
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OS | Android 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.3 (Gingerbread), TouchWiz UI 3 |
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| Chipset | Hummingbird | |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 | |
| GPU | PowerVR SGX540 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 8GB 512MB RAM, 16GB 512MB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP, AF |
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| Video | 720p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | VGA |
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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, DLNA, hotspot (Android 2.2) |
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| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP, aptX | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML, Adobe Flash | |
| ??? | ISDB-Tb Digital TV tuner (only available for Brazilian market) |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 750 h (2G) / Up to 576 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 13 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 6 h 30 min (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White |
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| Models | GT-I9000 | |
| SAR EU | 0.27 W/kg (head) 0.51 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 120 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) / 3.155:1 (sunlight) |
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| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 66dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -90.7dB / Crosstalk -90.6dB |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung I9000 Galaxy S worth buying in 2026?
Samsung I9000 Galaxy S is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung I9000 Galaxy S?
Samsung I9000 Galaxy S has a 1,500 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung I9000 Galaxy S have?
Samsung I9000 Galaxy S features a 4.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Samsung I9000 Galaxy S?
Genze rates Samsung I9000 Galaxy S 4.4/10 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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