Galaxy Grand
A big 5" budget Samsung that brought phablet vibes to the mass market.
The Galaxy Grand is a budget Samsung smartphone released Dec 2012, with a launch price of $340. It pairs the Broadcom BCM28155 with a 5.0" LCD display, a 8 MP main camera and a 2,100 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 38/100 — The mass-market 5-inch Galaxy. Standout strengths: 5" big screen at a budget price. and dual-sim in many regions. Main trade-off: wvga on a 5" panel.
The mass-market 5-inch Galaxy.
Galaxy Grand brought a 5-inch screen and dual-SIM to budget buyers in 2012, hugely popular across emerging markets. Specs were modest, but the screen size and "Galaxy" branding sold it by the millions.
Read the full review- 5" big screen at a budget price.
- Dual-SIM in many regions.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Got mass-market buyers into "Galaxy".
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Galaxy Grand compares
| Galaxy Grand | iPhone 5s | Galaxy Grand Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 38 | 38 | 38 |
| Chipset | Broadcom BCM28155 | Apple A7 | Snapdragon 410 |
| Display | 5.0" LCD | 4.0" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" LCD 60 Hz |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 8 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP |
| Battery | 2,100 mAh | 1,560 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Launch price | $340 | $649 | $180 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Grand released?
The Galaxy Grand was released in Dec 2012.
How much does the Galaxy Grand cost?
The Galaxy Grand launched at $340 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy Grand screen size and type?
The Galaxy Grand has a 5.0" LCD display.
What chipset does the Galaxy Grand use?
The Galaxy Grand is powered by the Broadcom BCM28155 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Grand have?
The Galaxy Grand ships with 1 GB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy Grand battery capacity?
The Galaxy Grand has a 2,100 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy Grand main camera?
The Galaxy Grand has a 8 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy Grand have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy Grand has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy Grand get software updates?
The Galaxy Grand update policy: To Android 4.2.
How much does the Galaxy Grand weigh?
The Galaxy Grand weighs 162 g.
What colours does the Galaxy Grand come in?
The Galaxy Grand is available in 2 colours: White, Blue.
Is the Galaxy Grand worth buying?
Galaxy Grand brought a 5-inch screen and dual-SIM to budget buyers in 2012, hugely popular across emerging markets. Specs were modest, but the screen size and "Galaxy" branding sold it by the millions. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Grand an editorial score of 38/100.
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