Galaxy Young
A tiny, ultra-cheap Android aimed at first-time and younger users.
The Galaxy Young is a budget Samsung smartphone released Apr 2013, with a launch price of $150. It pairs its chipset with a 3.27" LCD display, a 3 MP main camera and a 1,300 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 30/100 — A first phone for younger users. Standout strengths: very cheap entry to android 4.1. and compact and light. Main trade-off: 3 mp fixed-focus camera.
A first phone for younger users.
The Galaxy Young was Samsung's ultra-budget entry — a compact, cheap Jelly Bean phone aimed squarely at first-time and younger users in cost-sensitive markets. Spartan by any measure, it was the kind of device that put a Samsung Android phone within almost anyone's reach.
Read the full review- Very cheap entry to Android 4.1.
- Compact and light.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Good for first phones.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy Young compares
| Galaxy Young | iPhone 5 | Galaxy Trend | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 30 | 30 | 32 |
| Chipset | — | Apple A6 | Broadcom dual-core 1.0 GHz |
| Display | 3.27" LCD | 4.0" LCD | 4.0" LCD |
| Main camera | 3 MP | 8 MP · f/2.4 | 3.15 MP |
| Battery | 1,300 mAh | 1,440 mAh | 1,500 mAh |
| Launch price | $150 | $649 | $170 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Young released?
The Galaxy Young was released in Apr 2013.
How much does the Galaxy Young cost?
The Galaxy Young launched at $150 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy Young screen size and type?
The Galaxy Young has a 3.27" LCD display.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Young have?
The Galaxy Young ships with 512 MB · 4 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy Young battery capacity?
The Galaxy Young has a 1,300 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy Young main camera?
The Galaxy Young has a 3 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy Young have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy Young has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy Young get software updates?
The Galaxy Young update policy: None.
How much does the Galaxy Young weigh?
The Galaxy Young weighs 112 g.
What colours does the Galaxy Young come in?
The Galaxy Young is available in 3 colours: Blue, White, Pink.
Is the Galaxy Young worth buying?
The Galaxy Young was Samsung's ultra-budget entry — a compact, cheap Jelly Bean phone aimed squarely at first-time and younger users in cost-sensitive markets. Spartan by any measure, it was the kind of device that put a Samsung Android phone within almost anyone's reach. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Young an editorial score of 30/100.
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