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Samsung Galaxy S10 Snapdragon
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Display: 6.1-inch 1440 x 3040 pixels Quad-HD+ display
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Camera: 12 + 12 + 16 MP main/ 10 MP front
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Storage: 128/512 GB
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RAM: 8 GB
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CPU: Octa-core 2.84 GHz Snapdragon 855
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OS: Android 9.0 (Pie)
This is the Snapdragon variant of the Samsung Galaxy S10. So instead of the Exynos 9820 CPU in the S10 Exynos version, this unit comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 CPU clocked 2.8GHz, along with Adreno 640 GPU, 8 GB RAM and 128/512 GB internal storage. This is also the Galaxy S10 version for USA and Canada networks, and as such, comes with different network modems from the standard version. The display remains 6.1-inch quad-HD+ with 1440 x 3040 pixels resolution. It uses same Infinity-O screen, which allows a front camera hole within the top of the screen, enabling the device to archive an impressive 88.3% screen-to-body ratio.
The device comes with 3 camera sensors at the back; (12 + 12 + 16-megapixel sensors), and a single 10-megapixel selfie camera upfront. (Full camera features in the table below). The Samsung Galaxy S10 Snapdragon USA Edition is built into a premium glass body with metal frames. The device measures at 149.9 x 70.4 x 7.8 mm, and weighs just at 157 grams. It is IP68 certified for water and dust resistance, and available only with single SIM slot.
You are also getting an in-screen fingerprint scanner, USB Type-C, Bluetooth 5.0, 3400mAh battery and Android 9.0 Pie underneath Samsung OneUI. Other key specifications and silent features of the Samsung Galaxy S10 Snapdragon edition are detailed in the specification table below.
Samsung Galaxy S10 Snapdragon - Full Specifications
NETWORK
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| 2G Network Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G Network Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network Bands | LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 13(700), 17(700), 18(800), 19(800), 20(800), 25(1900), 26(850), 28(700), 32(1500), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500), 66(1700/2100) |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (6CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps |
| GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | Yes |
| EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | Yes |
LAUNCH
| Also Known As Alternative names for gadgets, as called in other markets or countries | Samsung Galaxy S10 SM-G973U (for USA) and SM-G973W (for Canada) |
| Announced | 2019, February |
| Status | Available. Released 2019, March |
BODY
| Dimensions | 149.9 x 70.4 x 7.8 mm (5.90 x 2.77 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 157 g (5.54 oz) |
| Build Build refers to the built quality of the device | Front/Back glass, aluminum frame |
| SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | Dynamic AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors |
| Size | 6.1 inches, 93.2 cm2 (~88.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3040 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~550 ppi density) |
| Touch Screen | Yes, up to 10 fingers |
| Display Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. |
- Corning Gorilla Glass 6 (Back) - HDR10+ - Always-on display - Samsung Pay (Visa, - MasterCard certified) - IP68 dust/water proof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
PLATFORM
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | Android 9.0 (Pie); One UI |
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Qualcomm SDM855 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.41 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Qualcomm Adreno 640 |
MEMORY
| RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 8 GB |
| Storage Capacity | 128/512 GB |
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | microSD, up to 1 TB (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only |
| Phonebook | Practically Unlimited |
| Call Record | Practically Unlimited |
MAIN CAMERA
| Camera Type | Triple Lenses |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 12 + 12 + 16 megapixel |
| Camera Features |
Autofocus Continuous shooting Digital zoom Optical image stabilization Geotagging Panorama HDR Touch focus Face detection White balance settings ISO settings Exposure compensation Self-timer Scene mode Sensor size - 1/2.55" Pixel size - 1.4 μm Phase detection with Dual Pixel Object tracking AF Dual OIS High CRI LED flash Focal length (35 mm equivalent) - 26 mm Angle of view - 77° |
| Video Resolution | [email protected], [email protected], [email protected], HDR, dual-video rec. |
| LED Flash Flash Light => There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) | Yes, Single LED |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Camera Type | Single Lens |
| Camera Sensor(s) | 10-megapixel |
| Camera Features |
Pixel size - 1.22 μm Phase detection with Dual Pixel Auto HDR Focal length (35 mm equivalent) - 25 mm Angle of view - 80° |
| Video Resolution | [email protected], [email protected] |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Speaker Location | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Audio Jack Type | Yes, 3.5mm audio jack |
| Sound Enhancements |
- 32-bit/384kHz audio - Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic - Dolby Atmos/AKG sound |
CONNECTIVITY
| USB | Micro USB 3.1, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector |
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX |
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. | |
| GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. | Yes |
| FM Radio | No |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | Non-removable Li-Ion 3400 mAh battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, Fast battery charging 15W (Quick Charge 3.0) |
| Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. | Fast wireless charging 15W |
| Talk Time Talk Time is the longest time that a single battery charge will last when you are constantly talking on the phone under perfect conditions, Ambient temperature and highly dependent on the cellular network environment such as the distance to the closest cell network tower. | Up to 28 hours |
| Stand-by | Up to 550 hours |
| Music Play | Up to 36 hours |
OTHER FEATURES
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Fingerprint (under display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2 |
| Colors | Prism White, Prism Black, Prism Green, Prism Blue, Canary Yellow, Flamingo Pink, Cardinal Red, Smoke Blue |
| Java Support Java for Mobile Devices is a set of technologies that let developers deliver applications and services to all types of mobile handsets, ranging from price efficient feature-phones to the latest smartphones. Java is currently running on over 3 billion phones worldwide, and growing. It offers unrivaled potential for the distribution and monetization of mobile applications. | No |
| Messages | SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM |
| Games | Yes, Downloadable from Google Play store |
| Additional Features |
- Bixby natural language commands and dictation - Samsung DeX (desktop experience support) - WMV/RV/MP4/3GP player - MP3/WMA/WAV/RA/AAC/M4A player - Document editor (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF) - Push to talk - Voice command/dial - Organizer |
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