Galaxy S
The 2010 phone that started the Galaxy S dynasty.
The Galaxy S is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Jun 2010, with a launch price of $499. It pairs the Hummingbird S5PC110 with a 4.0" WVGA AMOLED display, a 5 MP main camera and a 1,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 12/100 — Where the Galaxy S dynasty began. Standout strengths: launched the galaxy s line — one of tech’s biggest brands. and vivid super amoled display for 2010. Main trade-off: single-core chip; 512 mb ram.
Where the Galaxy S dynasty began.
The original Galaxy S launched the line that would define Android flagships for over a decade. The device itself is now a piece of history.
Read the full review- Launched the Galaxy S line — one of tech’s biggest brands.
- Vivid Super AMOLED display for 2010.
- Light, slim plastic body.
- Removable battery and microSD.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy S compares
| Galaxy S | Nexus S | Galaxy S II | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 12 | 12 | 16 |
| Chipset | Hummingbird S5PC110 | Hummingbird S5PC110 | Exynos 4210 |
| Display | 4.0" WVGA AMOLED | 4.0" WVGA AMOLED | 4.3" WVGA AMOLED |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | 8 MP · f/2.65 |
| Battery | 1,500 mAh | 1,500 mAh | 1,650 mAh |
| Launch price | $499 | $529 | $529 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S released?
The Galaxy S was released in Jun 2010.
How much does the Galaxy S cost?
The Galaxy S launched at $499 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy S screen size and type?
The Galaxy S has a 4.0" WVGA AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S use?
The Galaxy S is powered by the Hummingbird S5PC110 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S have?
The Galaxy S ships with 512 MB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S battery capacity?
The Galaxy S has a 1,500 mAh battery.
How fast does the Galaxy S charge?
The Galaxy S supports ~5 W wired charging.
Does the Galaxy S have wireless charging?
The Galaxy S does not support wireless charging.
What is the Galaxy S main camera?
The Galaxy S has a 5 MP main camera.
How much does the Galaxy S weigh?
The Galaxy S weighs 119 g.
What colours does the Galaxy S come in?
The Galaxy S is available in 2 colours: Black, White.
Is the Galaxy S worth buying?
The original Galaxy S launched the line that would define Android flagships for over a decade. The device itself is now a piece of history. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S an editorial score of 12/100.
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