Samsung·Flagship · Released Jun 2010
Galaxy S
The 2010 phone that started the Galaxy S dynasty.
12/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$499
Color · Black
Display
4.0" WVGA AMOLED
Chipset
Hummingbird S5PC110
Memory
512 MB · 8 GB
Main cam
5 MP
Battery
1,500 mAh
Weight
119 g
AI Snapshot
Where the Galaxy S dynasty began.
The original Galaxy S launched the line that would define Android flagships for over a decade. The device itself is now a piece of history.
Subscores · 0–100
Display34
Camera22
Performance8
Battery30
Build36
Value20
- Launched the Galaxy S line — one of tech’s biggest brands.
- Vivid Super AMOLED display for 2010.
- Light, slim plastic body.
- Removable battery and microSD.
Full specifications
Type
Super AMOLED
Size
4.0 inches
Resolution
800 × 480 px (233 ppi)
Protection
Glass
Main
5 MP, autofocus
Selfie
VGA (variant)
Video
720p @ 30 fps
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -99.8%
This
4,000
Class avg
2,100,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -99.2%
This
22
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -99.6%
This
30
Class avg
8,400
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -99.8%
This
0.1 fps
Class avg
64.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy S released?
The Galaxy S was released in Jun 2010.
What is the Galaxy S screen size and type?
The Galaxy S has a 4.0" WVGA AMOLED display.
What chipset does the Galaxy S use?
The Galaxy S is powered by the Hummingbird S5PC110 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy S have?
The Galaxy S ships with 512 MB · 8 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy S battery capacity?
The Galaxy S has a 1,500 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy S main camera?
The Galaxy S has a 5 MP main camera.
How fast does the Galaxy S charge?
The Galaxy S supports ~5 W wired charging.
Is the Galaxy S worth buying?
The original Galaxy S launched the line that would define Android flagships for over a decade. The device itself is now a piece of history. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy S an editorial score of 12/100.