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Samsung Wave Y S5380 Specifications
Also known as Samsung Wave538, Samsung Wave Y LaFleur edition
Samsung
Released 2011, Aug 15
- 102.4g, 12.3mm thickness
- bada 2.0
- 150MB 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 |
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| Battery | 2.1 | — |
| 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
3.2"
320x480 pixels
2MP
320p
1200mAh
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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 / 2100 | |
| Speed | HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2011, August. Released 2011, November |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 110 x 58.2 x 12.3 mm (4.33 x 2.29 x 0.48 in) |
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| Weight | 102.4 g (3.60 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT |
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| Size | 3.2 inches, 30.5 cm2 (~47.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density) | |
| ??? | TouchWiz UI |
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Platform
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OS | bada 2.0 |
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| CPU | 832 MHz |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included |
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| Internal | 150MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | 2 MP |
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| Video | w480p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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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, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 3.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| NFC | Carrier dependent | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity |
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| ??? | Samsung ChatON MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player MP4/H.264 player Organizer Photo editor Voice memo Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 570 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 6 h 40 min |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, LaFleur edition |
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| SAR | 0.82 W/kg (head) 1.08 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.80 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 90 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: 676:1 (nominal) |
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| Audio quality | Noise -87.7dB / Crosstalk -87.0dB |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Samsung Wave Y S5380 worth buying in 2026?
Samsung Wave Y S5380 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Samsung Wave Y S5380?
Samsung Wave Y S5380 has a 1,200 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Samsung Wave Y S5380 have?
Samsung Wave Y S5380 features a 3.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Samsung Wave Y S5380?
Genze rates Samsung Wave Y S5380 3.8/10 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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