Samsung Galaxy R (GT-I9103) smartphone
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Samsung Galaxy R (GT-I9103)

August 2011 7/10 Rating Updated
In brief: The Samsung Galaxy R (GT-I9103) is an Android smartphone released in August 2011, positioned as a variant of the popular Galaxy S II. It featured a dual-core Nvidia Tegra 2 processor, a 4.2-inch Super Clear LCD, and a 5-megapixel camera, offering a blend of performance and a metallic design.
Display4.2-inch WVGA Super Clear LCD.
ChipsetNvidia Tegra 2 AP20H dual-core 1.0 GHz.
Main Camera5 MP with 720p video recording.
Battery1650 mAh Li-Ion.

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📌 Full Specifications

Display

TypeSuper CLEAR LCD (SC-LCD) capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size4.2 inches (108.5-millimetre)
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, WVGA (~222 ppi density)
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass

Platform

OSAndroid 2.3.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
ChipsetNvidia Tegra 2 AP20H
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUNvidia GeForce ULP

Memory

RAM1 GB
Internal Storage8 GB
Card slotmicroSDHC, up to 32 GB

Main Camera

Modules5 MP, autofocus
FeaturesLED flash
Video720p@30fps

Selfie Camera

Modules1.3 MP
FeaturesFixed-focus
VideoNo official video spec found

Battery

TypeLi-Ion, removable
Capacity1650 mAh
Talk timeUp to 9 hours 40 minutes (580 minutes)
Standby timeUp to 22 days 22 hours (550 hours)

Body

Dimensions9.55 mm thickness
Weight131 g
BuildMetallic design

Comms

WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi hotspot, DLNA
Bluetoothv3.0 with A2DP, EDR
GPSYes
NFCNo
RadioNo
USBmicroUSB v2.0

Launch

AnnouncedJuly 18, 2011
StatusReleased August 2011

⚖ Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Features a beautiful Super Clear LCD display.
  • Offers great incall sound quality.
  • Provided good battery life for its era.
  • Equipped with a dual-core processor, advanced for its release.
  • Boasts a slim and stylish metallic design.

Cons

  • Unable to shoot 1080p video.
  • The camera was considered weak compared to some competitors.
  • Was priced too close to the superior Galaxy S II at its launch.
  • Its LCD display was not as vivid as AMOLED screens found in some rival devices.
★ Our Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy R offered solid performance and a good display for its time, but its camera capabilities and pricing relative to the more advanced Galaxy S II were notable drawbacks.

The Samsung Galaxy R is a vintage smartphone from 2011, making it largely obsolete for modern daily use. Its Android 2.3 Gingerbread operating system, upgradable to 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, will not support most current applications. The 5MP camera and 1GB RAM are significantly underpowered by today's standards. While it had a respectable dual-core processor and Super Clear LCD display for its era, it lacks 4G connectivity, modern security updates, and the processing power required for contemporary tasks. This device is primarily suitable for collectors or those interested in smartphone history, rather than as a functional daily driver. If you're looking for a basic smartphone today, even entry-level modern devices will offer vastly superior performance, features, and security.

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📦 In The Box & Warranty

  • Samsung Galaxy R Handset
  • Battery
  • Charger
  • USB Cable
  • Headphones
  • Quick Start Guide

Typically, new Samsung phones come with a one-year limited manufacturer's warranty.

❓ Questions & Answers

What are the Samsung Galaxy R (GT-I9103)'s headline specifications?

The Samsung Galaxy R (GT-I9103) has a display of 4.2-inch WVGA Super Clear LCD., chipset of Nvidia Tegra 2 AP20H dual-core 1.0 GHz., main camera of 5 MP with 720p video recording., battery of 1650 mAh Li-Ion..

What's the Samsung Galaxy R (GT-I9103)'s release date?

The Samsung Galaxy R (GT-I9103) was released on August 2011.

Is the Samsung Galaxy R (GT-I9103) a good phone?

We rate the Samsung Galaxy R (GT-I9103) 7/10. The Samsung Galaxy R offered solid performance and a good display for its time, but its camera capabilities and pricing relative to the more advanced Galaxy S II were notable drawbacks.