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Samsung·Flagship · Released Jun 2010

i9000 (Original Galaxy S)

2010 first Galaxy S.

65/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$500
Color · Black
Display
4.0" WVGA Super AMOLED
Chipset
Hummingbird 1 GHz
RAM
512 MB
Battery
1,500 mAh
Quick answer

The Samsung i9000 (Original Galaxy S) is a flagship Samsung smartphone released Jun 2010, with a launch price of $500. It pairs the Hummingbird 1 GHz with a 4.0" WVGA Super AMOLED display, a capable main camera and a 1,500 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 65/100 — Samsung i9000 (Galaxy S). Standout strengths: first galaxy s — started everything. and first super amoled phone. Main trade-off: 512 mb ram.

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Samsung i9000 (Galaxy S).

The original Galaxy S — started Samsung's dominant smartphone line with Super AMOLED and Hummingbird CPU.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display80
Performance64
Camera60
Battery76
Software64
  • First Galaxy S — started everything.
  • First Super AMOLED phone.
  • Hummingbird 1 GHz.
  • 118 g pocketable.

Full specifications

Type
Super AMOLED
Size
4.0"
Resolution
800 x 480
Main
5 MP
Front
VGA

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
N/A
Δ class avg -100.0%
This
0
Class avg
1,620,000

How the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) compares

i9000 (Original Galaxy S)Y100Galaxy M36
SpecEagle score656565
ChipsetHummingbird 1 GHzSnapdragon 695Exynos 1380
Display4.0" WVGA Super AMOLED6.38" AMOLED 90 Hz6.7" Super AMOLED 120 Hz
Main camera64 MP · f/1.850 MP · OIS
Battery1,500 mAh4,500 mAh5,000 mAh
Launch price$500$269$215

Frequently asked questions

When was the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) released?

The i9000 (Original Galaxy S) was released in Jun 2010.

How much does the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) cost?

The i9000 (Original Galaxy S) launched at $500 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) screen size and type?

The i9000 (Original Galaxy S) has a 4.0" WVGA Super AMOLED display.

What chipset does the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) use?

The i9000 (Original Galaxy S) is powered by the Hummingbird 1 GHz chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) have?

The i9000 (Original Galaxy S) ships with 512 MB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) battery capacity?

The i9000 (Original Galaxy S) has a 1,500 mAh battery.

What colours does the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) come in?

The i9000 (Original Galaxy S) is available in 2 colours: Black, White.

Is the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) worth buying?

The original Galaxy S — started Samsung's dominant smartphone line with Super AMOLED and Hummingbird CPU. SpecEagle gives the i9000 (Original Galaxy S) an editorial score of 65/100.

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