Samsung Vibrant smartphone
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Samsung Vibrant

2010, July 15 7/10 Rating Updated
In brief: The Samsung Vibrant, released in July 2010, was a T-Mobile exclusive variant of the original Samsung Galaxy S, known for its vibrant 4.0-inch Super AMOLED display and 1GHz Hummingbird processor. It ran on Android 2.1 Eclair, upgradable to 2.2 Froyo, and featured a 5MP camera.
Display4.0" Super AMOLED, 480x800 pixels
ChipsetSamsung Hummingbird (Exynos 3110)
Main Camera5 MP, 720p video
Battery1500 mAh Li-Ion

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📌 Full Specifications

Display

TypeSuper AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
Size4.0 inches
Resolution480 x 800 pixels, WVGA (233 ppi density)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass

Platform

OSAndroid 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
ChipsetSamsung S5PC110 Hummingbird (Exynos 3110)
CPU1.0 GHz Cortex-A8
GPUPowerVR SGX540

Memory

Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), up to 32 GB (2 GB included)
Internal16 GB storage, 512 MB RAM

Main Camera

Single5 MP, AF
FeaturesGeo-tagging, touch focus, face detection
Video720p@30fps

Selfie Camera

SingleNo (The base SGH-T959 model lacked a front camera; some variants like SGH-T959V had one)

Battery

TypeRemovable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Talk timeUp to 6 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 6 h 30 min (3G)
Stand-byUp to 450 h (2G) / Up to 450 h (3G)

Body

Dimensions122.4 x 64.5 x 9.9 mm (4.82 x 2.54 x 0.39 in)
Weight118 g (4.16 oz)
SIMMini-SIM

Comms

WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP
GPSYes, with A-GPS
NFCNo
RadioNo
USBmicroUSB 2.0

Launch

Announced2010, June
Released2010, July 15

⚖ Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Excellent Super AMOLED display for its time
  • Fast 1GHz processor for smooth performance
  • Slim and lightweight design
  • Good call quality
  • 16GB internal storage with microSD expansion

Cons

  • No LED flash for the camera
  • No front-facing camera (on this specific model)
  • Battery life could be a concern with heavy multimedia use
  • Plastic build quality felt less premium to some
  • Limited to Android 2.2 Froyo update for most models
★ Our Verdict

The Samsung Vibrant offered a cutting-edge display and strong performance for its era, but was held back by the lack of a camera flash and front camera, along with average battery life.

As a device from 2010, the Samsung Vibrant is now a vintage smartphone and is not suitable for modern daily use. Its operating system (Android 2.2 Froyo) is severely outdated, meaning most contemporary apps will not function, and security updates are non-existent. The hardware is slow by today's standards, and the battery capacity is very small. If considering a purchase, it should only be for collection purposes, nostalgia, or as a historical artifact of early Android smartphones. Do not expect it to perform as a functional smartphone in 2026. Ensure any purchase is from a reputable seller and verify the device's condition, as parts and repairs are extremely difficult to find.

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📦 In The Box & Warranty

  • Samsung Vibrant Handset
  • 1500 mAh Battery
  • Wall Charger
  • USB Data Cable
  • Stereo Headset
  • User Manual

Standard manufacturer's warranty, typically one year for the device and six months for accessories, was provided at the time of purchase.

❓ Questions & Answers

What hardware does the Samsung Vibrant pack?

The Samsung Vibrant has a display of 4.0" Super AMOLED, 480x800 pixels, chipset of Samsung Hummingbird (Exynos 3110), main camera of 5 MP, 720p video, battery of 1500 mAh Li-Ion.

When did the Samsung Vibrant launch?

The Samsung Vibrant was released on 2010, July 15.

Should I buy the Samsung Vibrant?

We rate the Samsung Vibrant 7/10. The Samsung Vibrant offered a cutting-edge display and strong performance for its era, but was held back by the lack of a camera flash and front camera, along with average battery life.