Samsung ace technical specifications. Samsung Galaxy Ace - Specifications

Samsung Galaxy Ace (GT-S5830) was officially presented by Samsung only today (at 2 a.m. Kyiv time). It is designed to strengthen the manufacturer’s position in the mid-price segment, where Samsung currently has a slight “sag.” I had the opportunity to spend a week with a pre-sale sample of this certainly interesting device. It has all the ingredients for success, but can it become as popular as the legendary Galaxy Spica model?

Excursion into history

At one time, the Android smartphone Samsung Galaxy Spica (GT-i5700) created the effect of a bomb exploding on our market and became the most popular device running the Android operating system. The “blame” for this was the excellent combination of price and characteristics, and neither some technical problems nor the uncertain situation with software updates could affect the popularity of the phone. The Galaxy Spica was quickly discontinued - both due to the technical problems mentioned above, and because the device turned out to be too successful and potentially cannibalized sales of more expensive Samsung phones, in particular, the then-upcoming bada- flagship Wave (GT-S8500). The logical continuation of the super-popular “Spoke” was a device called Galaxy 580 (GT-i5800), which, however, did not become popular because its characteristics were partially deteriorated compared to its predecessor. In particular, users were indignant about the reduced screen resolution (240x400 versus 320x480). Meanwhile, competitors were not asleep and presented very interesting Android smartphones in the same (and even lower) price category - within literally six months we saw Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini and Mini Pro, HTC Wildfire, Garmin-ASUS A10, Gigabyte GSmart G1305, LG Optimus (GT540) and finally Optimus One (P500), which is currently the most balanced and attractive offering on the market. The answer to the encroachments of competitors was a smartphone called Galaxy Ace, which is designed to return the company to leadership in the mid-price segment. The name - Ace - was probably not chosen by chance; it is such a trump card that the company pulled out of its sleeve at the decisive moment. As with the Galaxy Spica, price and specs are key, but the company has been careful in creating the phone so as not to hurt sales of its older models.

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Specifications

In Galaxy Ace, the company abandoned the use of its own S3C6410 processor and chose the Qualcomm MSM7227 platform, which is a complete solution for budget smartphones. The Qualcomm MSM7227 combines an ARMv6 processor core running at 800 MHz and an Adreno 200 GPU, which currently has the most comprehensive support for Android games. The full specifications of the smartphone are as follows:

• Ranges: GPRS/GSM/EDGE 850/900/1800/1900, UMTS/HSPA 900/2100.
• Form factor: keyboardless monoblock.
• Operating system: Google Android 2.2 (Froyo) with TouchWiz 3.0 interface.
• Display: TFT, 320x480 pixels, 16 million colors, touchscreen (capacitive matrix).
• Camera: 5 MP, autofocus, LED backlight, geotagging, video recording (320x240).
• CPU: Qualcomm MSM7227, clock frequency 800 MHz; integrated video accelerator Adreno 200.
• RAM: 384 MB.
• Flash memory: 158 MB + microSDHC cards (up to 32 GB).
• Multimedia capabilities: MP3 player, FM receiver, integration with YouTube, Find Music service (analogous to Track ID in Sony Ericsson phones).
• Wireless technologies: Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1+EDR.
• Interface connectors: microUSB, 3.5 mm headphone output.
• GPS: yes, A-GPS support, Google Maps support.
• Dimensions and weight: 112x60x11 mm, 115 grams.

Appearance and design features

Personally, I categorically do not like the direction in which Samsung's design ideas are developing: with each new iteration, the phones of this respected manufacturer are becoming more and more similar to the iPhone. And don’t tell me that the touchscreen devices all look the same, this is not true: the same “Spoke” had its own and quite recognizable appearance, while the Ace looks like a Chinese knockoff of the iPhone 3GS.

At the same time, the case materials are quite good: the front panel is covered with solid glass, and the battery compartment cover is made of decent-looking glossy plastic. The only element of the case that raises concerns about the safety of its appearance is the silver-painted plastic edging.

It is worth noting that recently Samsung began to remove a separate camera button from its phones: it was absent in the Galaxy S, and it is not present in the Galaxy Ace either. In my opinion, this is unforgivable, since it makes taking photos with your phone as inconvenient as possible.

Screen

The Galaxy Ace uses a 3.5-inch TFT screen with a capacitive touch surface with a resolution of 320x480 pixels. The screen is bright and contrasty, viewing angles can be called satisfactory, but nothing more. In my opinion, the screen quality of the Galaxy Ace is somewhat inferior to that of the Optimus One. Apparently, there is an oleophobic coating, since the screen is reluctant to scratch and then wipes off easily.

There is no light sensor and, accordingly, automatic brightness adjustment.

Autonomy

The smartphone is equipped with a battery with a capacity of 1350 mAh. Autonomy is typical for most Android smartphones, that is, with heavy use and a large amount of mobile Internet traffic, it can last a maximum of one and a half to two days. Fully charging the battery from an AC charger takes about 2.5 hours; from USB, the phone charges a little slower.

Performance

Initially, I had information that the Galaxy Ace would be built on the Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM7230 chipset (800 MHz Scorpion processor core and Adreno 205 graphics processor). Unfortunately, this information has not been confirmed; the smartphone uses a “budget” Qualcomm MSM7227 solution with Adreno 200 graphics, but the processor core is overclocked to 800 MHz. In HTC Gratia and Samsung Galaxy Mini smartphones, the same processor is used at its “native” frequency of 600 MHz.

Despite the budget chipset, the phone performed well in the Quadrant and Neocore benchmarks. Just 9 months ago, such performance was available only to buyers of top Android smartphones, but today it is already the lot of middle-class solutions.

Firmware features

The phone runs on the Android 2.2 (Froyo) operating system, on top of which is the proprietary TouchWiz 3.0 shell. In general, the interface differs little from other Samsung Android smartphones, for example, Galaxy S.

The Galaxy Ace finally almost corrects a long-standing problem with Samsung smartphones, namely, incomplete localization. In particular, the Cyrillic alphabet has appeared in the quick navigation bar for contacts, which allows you to quickly search for contacts with names in Russian or Ukrainian. True, the “Phone” application still does not provide for entering the Cyrillic alphabet, so if you need a T9 search for contacts, you will have to install the Dialer One application (fortunately, it is free).

You can use either the standard Samsung keyboard or Swype to enter text. In the Samsung keyboard, layouts are now switched as follows: you need to press the space bar and swipe your finger right or left. Swype also has innovations, the main one of which is support for the Ukrainian language.

The Galaxy Ace, like other Samsung Android smartphones, comes pre-installed with ThinkFree Office.

The smartphone has a very good (convenient) MP3 player and an FM receiver, which has good reception quality. Of course, there are standard Android 2.2 capabilities for connecting a mobile phone as a modem and using it as a Wi-Fi access point for distributing mobile Internet.

Camera

The Galaxy Ace uses the already familiar 5-megapixel camera module with autofocus and LED backlight. The quality of photos during the day outdoors is very good, at night and indoors it naturally drops, but overall the camera is pleasant.

But Samsung frankly clamped down on video recording: the maximum resolution of the videos is 320x240, the movement in them is frankly jerky, as if the frame rate does not exceed 15 fps (although QuickTime in the video file properties shows 25 fps). Also, note that audio recording begins approximately a second after video recording begins.

Bottom line

It’s not for nothing that Samsung called this smartphone “Ace”, oh, not for nothing. Despite the controversial design and not the highest quality screen, the Galaxy Ace is one of the most interesting offers in the price category up to 3,000 hryvnia. In terms of capabilities, it surpasses even our current favorite, the LG Optimus One, especially considering the excellent 5-megapixel camera and high performance by the standards of this price segment. In general, I recommend this device for purchase with a pure heart (although, of course, I would like to get acquainted with the “sale” sample). 6 reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Ace:

• high (by the standards of this category of smartphones) performance;
• very good combination of characteristics and price;
• high-quality camera;
• a good set of pre-installed programs - you can start using the phone immediately after purchase;
• Swype keyboard with support for Russian and Ukrainian languages.

3 reasons not to buy Samsung Galaxy Ace:

• secondary design;
• lack of a camera button;
• poor implementation of video recording.

Ace S5830, positioning it first as a mid-range and then an entry-level device. Designed to raise expectations for the capabilities of budget phones, its offspring Ace 2 was also released.

Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830: model specifications

Equal in size to the iPhone 4S display, in other respects the 3.5” TFT screen cannot be compared with it. This is just one of many concessions to the level set by Apple smartphones. While the five-megapixel camera initially matched the sensors of more expensive phones, its video capabilities were limited to a resolution of 640 x 480 pixels.

In terms of basic specifications, the model is equipped with a single-core 800 MHz Qualcomm MSM7227 processor. In 2013, its frequency was already significantly lower than the average value for mid-class smartphone chipsets, equal to 1 GHz, and even for dual-core new products that were just appearing at that time, but corresponded, for example, to Motorola Motoluxe. Cheaper than the Nokia Lumia 710 with a 3.7" AMOLED display running Windows Phone 7.5, the Galaxy Ace comes in a highly competitive market segment dominated by the likes of the BlackBerry Curve 9300 and the Android 2.3-based Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray.

Design

Following in the footsteps of the iPhone, many high-end smartphones also came in an attractive white version after the release of the standard black model. Samsung, keeping up with the general trend, killed two birds with one stone and offered a pair of replaceable rear panels, reminiscent of the days of the Nokia 3330. At the same time, completely inconsistent with other smartphones in terms of color, the black rear panel is more pleasant to the touch than its sleek, glossy white version. Diamond cut provides better grip.

Elegant, stylish and pleasant to look at, the phone, despite its budget plastic construction and lightweight design, is surprisingly reliable and only flexes slightly under load. The excellent build doesn't have unsightly seams or unnerving space between components, but it suffers from poorly placed buttons.

User reviews find the placement of three physical keys (go to the home page, volume control and power) on the Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace inconvenient. Two of them are located in places that allow them to be accidentally pressed too often. When the device is in the left hand, the thumb rests on the volume up button and the index finger rests on the power switch. And if you hold the phone in your right hand, then the switch falls into the sphere of influence of the thumb, and the middle one is constantly at risk of reducing the volume.

This inconvenience is more annoying than a drawback, because... Samsung's lack of forethought in these core design aspects often forces users to resort to an unnatural and unbalanced grip to avoid accidental presses.

The rather chunky phone has a bulge at the top, so the manufacturer has made room for a 3.5mm audio jack and a micro-USB port, hidden by a plastic flap. Helping to smooth out the design and disguise unsightly holes, the slider is stiff, awkward, and difficult to access, requiring two hands.

Resistant to accidental shocks and contact with keys and coins, the relatively robust body of the Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace is less susceptible to scratches during everyday use. However, the plastic finish gets scratched after a few months of use. It's a pity that the Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace kit does not include cases.

The large touch screen responds quickly and works smoothly. The model's target audience, which is novice smartphone users, will not worry about having the latest version of Android.

With a thickness of 11.5 mm, the model is 0.2 mm thicker than the flagship HTC Sensation. The 113g weight ensures a solid feel in the hand, but given that the 4.3-inch Galaxy S2 is only 2g heavier, users might expect a lighter phone.

Display

The most important component of any smartphone is its touch screen. It allows you to control the device and view media content. The 3.5" display is acceptable, although it fails to stand out from the crowd. With a resolution of 480 x 320 pixels and a density of 165 dpi, the capacitive touchscreen of the Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace is very mediocre and produces images that, although legible, are completely unsatisfactory and unattractive.

While providing minimal video playback, photo browsing and app performance, the phone falls short of the standards you'd expect from a Samsung mobile device. The display is far from the vivid colors of the AMOLED matrices found in high- and mid-range Samsung smartphones, as well as the 720p and 1080p HD displays of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus. Colors are muted and there is a lack of sharp detail. Mainly obeying the user's commands, the device sometimes becomes unresponsive, requiring several convincing presses to perform the required action.

However, not everything is so gloomy. Samsung's smartphone screen, working with Android OS, automatically dims when the battery reaches its lowest limit, extending battery life. In addition, the display is protected from scratches by Gorilla Glass.

Interface

After launching the model with Android 2.2 Froyo installed, it was upgraded to Android 2.3 Gingerbread a year later. However, the manufacturer's support subsequently ceased, and the appearance of the Jelly Bean version, which included many improvements, made the model obsolete even at its release. However, for a novice smartphone user this is not so important - for its price it does the job just fine.

The model combines the operating system with Samsung's TouchWiz interface. It provides a proven and secure software environment that meets user needs without offering revolutionary solutions or an inspiring environment. The intuitive platform treats the user to a standard set of pre-installed Google apps, which are easily organized along with a variety of widgets and shortcuts on a somewhat limited trio of desktops.

Largely due to the limited 258 MB of RAM and 800 MHz CPU, opening programs becomes a difficult task, since they are preceded by a short pause. Interruptions are also observed in other situations. The phone's wake-up from sleep mode is sometimes slow, often requiring you to press the button again. This creates an annoying vicious cycle of opposing button presses.

Scrolling through menus and lists is also a little slow - a smooth start is accompanied by sudden stops. This slows down the user's work, and also distinguishes the device from some analogues and even weaker competitors.

At the bottom of the screen there are 4 main apps for calls, contacts, messages and menus, which are separated from the rest of the programs above them, just like in iOS. There's also a nifty task manager widget that helps extend battery life by showing you which programs are currently running in the background.

The battery in the Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 is not very durable. It uses a standard 1350 mAh lithium-ion battery, which, despite its low power compared to other smartphones, is capable of powering the phone throughout the day.

Another useful widget is the bar at the top of the screen, which allows you to quickly turn Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS and syncing on or off, as well as increase the brightness of the image.

Unfortunately for users who don't like to play, the built-in games for the Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 cannot be removed. They clog up memory and space on the menu screen.

From the point of view of telephone communication, the model leaves a double impression. The standard set of contacts and call menu are easy to set up and navigate. Thanks to TouchWiz 3.0, contacts are easily integrated with Facebook, Twitter and Google accounts, which is a definite plus for social networking enthusiasts. Contact history is convenient as it shows not only calls received and made, but also messages. But the caller's audibility is not very clear, and it may take several attempts to answer the call signal.

Camera

The Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830), which was priced to be considered a mid-range device when it launched in 2011, had a relatively good 5 MP sensor. But gradually it ceased to meet the requirements of the market, which offered many budget models that produced high-quality images.

According to user reviews, there is no well-functioning dedicated macro mode. The camera struggles to focus when the target is too close. Trying to photograph a close subject confuses the autofocus system and throws it out of sync, resulting in poor quality and very disappointing shots.

Trying to correct this situation through magnification raises a wide range of new questions. While the phone has 2x digital zoom, which is far from impressive, the feature can only really be used when shooting at lower image quality. The upper resolution limit does not allow you to activate either optical or digital zoom.

There's no quick launch button for the camera app, and the tiny amount of onboard memory (158MB) means you can't take photos unless you've installed the 2GB memory card included with the smartphone.

In sufficient lighting conditions, the phone is capable of capturing impressive images, offering a choice of single, continuous and panorama modes and a smile-activated shutter. The Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830)'s camera performance is far from perfect, with the built-in LED flash often overpowering the subject, making some parts of the image too prominent while leaving others in deep darkness. It's not much help when it comes to taking the perfect shot.

While the front camera is rarely used for video calling, its absence is a glaring omission that is very noticeable in the mid-range smartphone market. It also deprives users of the sought-after ability to take selfies. There are various photo modes to choose from, and most of them improve image quality.

Video

According to user reviews, the phone does not meet HD standards, which are a must in the mid-range smartphone market today. Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830), whose settings do not allow you to shoot video with a resolution greater than 640 x 480 pixels and a frequency of 24 fps, is too outdated. You won't be able to enjoy the footage on large screens. Users are advised not to even try to do this.

The recipe for successful video shooting on the Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) is a cloudless sky on a sunny day. Often, a phone's mistakenly cautious color management system is responsible for overexposed images, which give frames an unwanted artificial yellow tint. A pleasant surprise, however, is the smartphone's ability to record loud, clear sound with good directionality and isolation of unwanted background noise when shooting video. A useful function is the countdown of the remaining memory capacity, which will allow you to navigate how much space on a puny two-gigabyte card will be consumed by shooting.

Multimedia

While Micro-SD cards are a relatively cheap and easily accessible storage option, the Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830)'s lack of storage is an annoying omission. The lack of ROM means that without Micro-SD, not a single photo can be taken.

The presence of a music player and FM radio allows the smartphone to be a media center. However, due to the weak built-in speaker, this potential is not destined to be realized. The weak acoustics of the Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) produce little bass and produce a metallic sound that cannot support the unremarkable screen when watching movies. Only the location of the speaker saves the situation. Unlike many smartphones, whose sound sources are located in the most inappropriate places, which significantly degrades the audio quality, the speaker is located at the rear in the central part of the phone.

Video and music files are stored in separate applications (gallery and music player, respectively). This means that if you want to watch a music video after listening to the soundtrack, you will have to exit one program and enter another. The videos in the gallery are organized by date and are played only in landscape mode.

The Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace phone is not suitable for running the video player. It can play a variety of media files, but the combination of a low screen resolution and lack of internal storage means you'll have to invest in a large-capacity Micro-SD card before thinking about a movie marathon. The user will not get anything similar to the Galaxy S3, since the smartphone does not even have an OLED display.

Battery life

Promising 420 min. In standby mode with 3G connection turned on, Samsung overestimated the capabilities of the 1350 mAh lithium-ion battery. According to owners' reviews, during testing it loses charge much faster than the advertised seven hours. Charging the battery takes a long time, unlike, for example, the Panasonic Eluga Power, which can reach 50% charge in just 30 minutes. Like many smartphones, the Galaxy Ace suffers from rapid battery drain. According to the owners, it can withstand one day if not used for several hours in a row.

In terms of connectivity, the standard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are joined by GPS capabilities, allowing you to use Google Maps and geotag your photos. Setting itself apart from its competitors, the phone allows you to share an Internet connection via a USB cable to devices without a mobile connection, such as laptops. It's always nice to know that for a fraction of the cost you can get a satellite navigation, mobile hotspot and Wi-Fi connection in one package.

Advantages and disadvantages

Is the phone good? No. Already at its release it was very mediocre and has not changed for the better. The smartphone fits comfortably in the hand and has a good design. Featuring interchangeable black and white back panels, it offers a design that will appeal to a wide range of users. The easy-to-use Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) “Android” does not spoil the outdated modification, and its price is simply amazing. You can buy a phone for 4.5 thousand rubles.

However, the phone wakes up sluggishly, and its low-resolution TFT display lacks the vibrant colors that have become common on Samsung models. A smartphone equipped with a weak camera is filled with software that can turn it into a universal media center, but the hardware does not allow this, because... Audio and visual capabilities fall short of expectations. The interface does not give confidence to the owner who is dealing with an Android device for the first time. He will be extremely disappointed, thinking that this is how all smartphones work.

Conclusion

The Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace cannot be recommended. Even if there are people who are desperate to get some kind of inexpensive smartphone, this is still not something that can suit them. There are other, cheaper and more powerful models. The outdated software of the smartphone also does not speak in its favor.

The processor could not cope with the load back in January 2011, and modern, more resource-intensive applications only worsen the situation. The screen and pre-installed software are relics of those times when the manufacturer was just trying to enter the smartphone market.

The Samsung Galaxy Ace (S5830) is a throwback to Android's early days, so modern software doesn't run as well on it. This is not the fault of the South Korean company. The model was supposed to leave the stage at the end of its life cycle, but for some reason its production was continued.

Which is gaining popularity among both young people and adults. The excellent design and ergonomics of the device will not leave you indifferent. The phone already comes with a lot of accessories. Take a closer look at the characteristics - for a device of this class they are simply excellent.

Appearance of the smartphone

Some say the design is similar to the last couple of Apple phones (iPhone 4). Indeed, there are similarities. The case is made well and stylishly, it is compact and thin, and the back cover is pleasant to the touch and has a corrugated surface. There is a metal-like plastic edging around the entire perimeter, which also looks stylish.

Video review of Samsung Galaxy Ace GT-S5830

Specifications

The device has small dimensions: 112mm x 60mm x 12mm, a 3.5-inch capacitive display with a resolution of 320x480, and the performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM7227T chip with a processor frequency of 800 MHz. The latter can be overclocked if desired, but the video adapter is Adreno 200. RAM is 392 MB, built-in 512 MB, but it can be expanded using MicroSD memory cards up to 32 GB. The battery does not break records, but has quite sufficient capacity of 1350 mAh.

Software

Now the smartphone is sold with pre-installed Android OS version 2.2.1, but there is already firmware 2.3, as well as various ones from amateurs and enthusiasts. If you already have a similar device, then you are in great luck, as we have on our website:

Photos of Samsung Galaxy Ace GT-S5830

After the resounding success of the Galaxy S smartphone, Samsung is clearly thinking about its development. Moreover, it was decided to do this not only by releasing a more advanced modification in the form of the Galaxy S II, but also by expanding the line to include cheaper models.

Samsung Galaxy Ace is the same “cheaper model”. In addition, in terms of its characteristics and price, it belongs to the “golden mean” that many consumers are usually looking for. Of course, the Galaxy Ace differs from flagships in many ways: from body materials to screen type. However, with a price of around 9 thousand, it is a very good option for purchase.

It is not surprising that according to the data we have, the phone is selling more than successfully. We don’t presume to judge how much better it is in this regard than flagships with the letter “S” in the name, but it’s unlikely to be much worse. After all, not everyone needs the maximum technology in one smartphone. And its dimensions are not so large due to the smaller screen diagonal. So next we’ll try to figure out why the Galaxy Ace deserved its popularity.

Design

The appearance of the Galaxy Ace is typical for Samsung smartphones - we don’t know what Apple saw similar in the design of the South Korean devices in comparison with its iPhones, but it won’t be difficult for a trained eye to distinguish Samsung products. It has its own recognizable style and it is also used for the design of the Galaxy Ace.

What is included in this style? First of all, the rounded shape of the side ends is noticeable, then there are three buttons, one of which is physical, traditionally framed by a chrome frame. Well, and, apparently, the word “Samsung” itself under the speaker. In our opinion, there is nothing to blame the company for - everything necessary to differentiate its touch devices from competitors’ products has been done.

However, if you look at it in general, the appearance of the Galaxy Ace does not stand out in any way. Moreover, it is immediately clear that this is nothing more than “average”. This is facilitated by the light gray stripe “covered” along the side ends, as well as the glossy plastic of the back cover. Moreover, it is immediately clear that the body of the device is made of plastic. The plastic, however, is not bad - quite strong, and the assembly was carried out efficiently, without creaks or play. But still the phone does not look expensive, like, for example, the same Google Nexus S, also made of plastic.

Having become accustomed to looking at “sophisticated” flagships, we were immediately struck by the thickness of the Galaxy Ace’s case. The “fat guy effect” is enhanced even more by the 3.5" diagonal screen - this is noticeably smaller on a 4.0-inch device. However, compared to its direct competitors, the size and weight of a Samsung smartphone are not that great, and it even surpasses some in these parameters.

As a result, Galaxy Ace left mixed impressions. One feels that the phone is clearly not the cheapest, it is well made, but at the same time it is clear that this is not the most expensive model. Its design cannot be called extraordinary - a typical plastic “block” in a typical Samsung style. Probably, if the company's designers had played with color and abandoned the gloss on the back cover, they could have gotten a better result. But, as we said, the device definitely looks worth the money.

Connectors and controls

The fact that the design of the Galaxy Ace matches the general style of Samsung's Googlephones is predetermined by the set of its main controls.

There are three buttons: “Menu”, “Back” and “Home”. As always, the first ones are touch sensitive and are located on the right and left edges of the front panel. The Home button is made physical, and is also framed by a relatively thick chrome frame. I must say that the presence of this button noticeably transforms the experience of using the phone - it’s easy to find by touch, and besides, it’s easy to remember that there’s a “Menu” button on the left and a “Back” button on the right. So even touch controls are not so difficult to find blindly.

At the top of the front side there is a speaker covered with a silver metal mesh, and to the right of it there is a light sensor. Below is the name of the manufacturer.

On the left side there are two raised buttons for adjusting the volume. They can be used blindly without any problems.

On the right there is a button to turn the phone on and off, as well as a compartment for microSD cards.

The microSD compartment is hidden by a small plastic flap, which is quite easy to pry with your fingernail and open.

The top edge is occupied by a 3.5 mm jack for headphones and headsets, as well as a USB connector. The latter is hidden behind a plastic curtain that slides inside the case when opened. It is worth emphasizing the useful qualities of this design - the valve is extremely difficult to accidentally break and at the same time it prevents the connector from getting dirty.

At the bottom there is a microphone and a recess for removing the back cover of the case. The latter can be removed with some effort, which, in general, can be considered more of an advantage than a disadvantage - you won’t have to climb inside often, so it’s better that the lid doesn’t come loose.

At the top of the rear panel there is a camera lens, an LED flash and a speaker on the opposite side.

At the bottom there is only the manufacturer's logo.

Under the lid there is a body made of durable light matte plastic. The compartment for the SIM card is immediately visible, but it still cannot be removed without removing the battery.

Under the battery there was only a sticker with technical information about the phone.

Since we were dealing with a test image of the Galaxy Ace, we won’t be able to talk about its package contents. So we go straight to the screen.

Screen

Although Samsung is famous for its advanced OLED screens, the Galaxy Ace uses a conventional TFT panel. AMOLED, and especially SuperAMOLED (plus), are left to the flagships. However, the image quality did not disappoint us. For a device of this price it is quite rich and bright. Plus, we were pleased with the good viewing angles.

As for the resolution, it is also less than the “flagship” - 320x480 pixels (HVGA). Most mid-range phones are equipped with this. At the same time, it cannot be said that the image is grainy - with a 3.5" diagonal, the “notches” at the corners of the screen are practically not noticeable. Now, if it were even smaller (like, for example, the Samsung Galaxy Player 50), the situation would be less rainbow.

It remains to be added that the display is made using capacitive technology, and therefore responds well to touches, and also supports multiple touch recognition. In addition, the screen is additionally protected by Gorilla Glass - a special glass of increased strength.

Camera

Samsung Galaxy Ace is equipped with a very good camera, capable of taking pictures with a resolution of 5 MP. At the same time, the camera supports autofocus and is equipped with an LED flash - a good package for a phone of this class. The quality of shooting can be assessed by the following examples:

In simple shooting conditions (read outside during the day in clear weather), we got excellent, clear pictures with the correct white balance. In more difficult conditions, color reproduction remained at a high level, although you will have to hold the phone more firmly to prevent the image from being blurred.

The phone does not have a front camera, so the system only controls the rear one.

The settings allow you to set the shooting resolution, turn autofocus on or off, adjust light sensitivity (ISO) settings, and specify the level of image compression.

The flash can be forced on or off, or set to auto detection.

There are presets for scene shooting.

You can also set the shooting mode: single shot, series shots, motion shot, smile detection and panoramic shooting.

As for video, it can be shot in a fairly low resolution - only 320x240 pixels (QVGA).

Specification

In terms of its characteristics and price, the Galaxy Ace competes with the LG Optimus One (P500). Both of these phones are comparable in features. For clarity, let's summarize their configurations in one table.

Indeed, both devices are comparable, although in some places Samsung is better, and in others – LG. The first thing that distinguishes the Galaxy Ace is its 800 MHz processor. It’s not a record-breaking chip today, but you can’t call it slow either. Two years ago it was “above average, almost flagship”, and now it’s just “average”. And indeed, we were quite satisfied with the performance of the device - applications responded to user actions without unnecessary delays. So, if you don’t load your phone with anything particularly “heavy,” it will perform at its best. By the way, the processor in Optimus One is a little more modest - only 600 MHz.

As for the video core, both devices are based on SoC (System on a Chip) Qualcomm MSM7227, so the same chip is responsible for graphics - Adreno 200. Not the fastest solution on the market, but some kind of graphics accelerator. In any case, the Angry Birds game did not slow down.

The noticeable difference is the amount of RAM. The Galaxy Ace has almost half as much as the P500. Of course, we can remember that we are dealing with the middle class, but still at least 384 MB would be more appropriate to see. LG was able to install 512 MB.

Phones have little built-in memory - about one and a half hundred megabytes. It is assumed that the owner will expand the memory independently. However, both Samsung and LG equip the Galaxy Ace and Optimus One with a 2 GB microSD card. If this is not enough, the devices support drives with a capacity of up to 32 GB inclusive.

In terms of screens, both phones are no different. The P500 has a smaller diagonal, but this is not so critical. But the Galaxy Ace camera can shoot with higher resolution, and the FM tuner supports RDS. It remains to mention the less capacious battery of the Samsung smartphone and its smaller dimensions and weight.

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The Galaxy Ace sample we received was equipped with Android version 2.2 (more precisely 2.2.1). However, at the time of writing this article, information appeared about the availability of newer firmware with Android 2.3. But, we believe, there are not very many external changes between different firmwares. The set of pre-installed software has been preserved for the most part, and the standard TouchWiz shell for Samsung devices has not gone away.

Let us remind you that TouchWiz is distinguished by the presence of a special panel at the bottom with icons for calling applications for making calls, working with contacts, an email client and a list of all applications. Of course, they can be replaced - the listed list is installed by default. Widgets and application shortcuts can be placed on the desktop. There can be several desktops. The implementation of wallpaper is interesting - one background stretches across several desktops. That is, when switching between tables, the wallpaper also changes slightly.

There are 16 icons on the application list screen. You can scroll through them by moving your finger left and right. Initially, 31 applications are preinstalled, which fit on two screens. Any application can be dragged to the bottom panel.

The program for making calls is quite convenient and nicely designed. It includes a numeric keypad for dialing, a log of incoming and outgoing calls, and a favorites list that also shows frequently called numbers.

The contact list is not much different from that of other phones.

SMS messages appearing as chat is also a common occurrence.

The on-screen keyboard is a proprietary one from Samsung. In our opinion, it is more convenient than the standard one. First of all, it allows you to type additional characters by holding your finger on the “key”. The proprietary Swype dialing method is also supported - Samsung introduced it quite a long time ago.

The phone settings are generally standard. There is only a separate item for configuring the proprietary Samsung Apps application, which is not available on non-Samsung devices.

It is worth noting the presence of a functional application manager and task manager, which allow you to flexibly manage installed programs, remove them, see what is currently running, how much memory each application takes separately, and how much free RAM there is.

Now about the pre-installed software. The calculator, although “designed” in the Samsung style, differs little from its analogues.

The Calendar and Clock applications do not stand out in anything special - standard programs from Android.

The email client is also standard. In general, it is easy to use and allows you to view email headers without downloading their contents.

Navigation is handled by traditional Google Maps, which is used by several other programs, including Latitude.

There is a simple application for adding notes.

However, the presence of an office suite is much more important. Samsung installs ThinkFree Office Mobile on its smartphones. It allows you to create and view text documents, spreadsheets and presentations compatible with Microsoft Office.

There is a gallery for viewing photos from the standard Android package, but the “My Files” file manager does not. The manager is not very functional, but it will be enough for most users. Moreover, his very presence is commendable.

The FM receiver and voice recorder are designed very colorfully and are very easy to use.

The installed media player pleased me with its functionality. It sorts all files based on ID3 tags (if it finds them). So tracks can be grouped by artist, albums, or alphabetically. During playback, basic information is shown: title, artist, album, and album cover, if available. In addition, there is an equalizer, and player controls are displayed in the system notification area during playback.

There is another interesting application found on Samsung phones - AllShare. It allows you to broadcast and receive media streams to and from various compatible devices. So we almost managed to start playing the audio track on the monitor. Why exactly it didn’t work out can be read in the corresponding . It also contains a detailed description of this application.

Conclusion

Samsung Galaxy Ace left behind mostly positive impressions. The smartphone has a good combination of characteristics and price. At a cost of about 9 thousand rubles, it is one of the best offers on the market. We liked its good performance, convenient TouchWiz shell (by the way, LG Optimus One lacks a proprietary shell), high build quality, good screen and camera.

The dimensions and weight of the device also cannot be called large, although compared to flagships it is “thick”. Controversial decisions, in our opinion, include the materials from which the case is made. No, they are of high quality and are unlikely to wear out quickly, but they look “cheap”. Probably if Samsung had abandoned the glossy back cover, it would have been better. And the side ends could have been designed a little more interesting.

However, design, if you look at it, still does not play a decisive role when choosing a phone. Otherwise, it is quite difficult to find a competitor for the Galaxy Ace, and therefore you can safely buy it for yourself if you are looking for an inexpensive, but high-quality, functional and fast Google phone.

Ace S5830 is a real bestseller, a real top seller of the company! It is part of the Galaxy product line, as you might have guessed based on the model name, and also falls in the price range of up to ten thousand rubles. The Ace S5830 differs from its predecessors (which are Fit and Gio) in that it has a built-in fairly high-quality camera with a resolution of 5 megapixels, as well as a 3.5-inch touch screen. By the way, the camera is equipped with an LED flash, which allows you to take very good pictures in low light conditions.

Introduction

In December of 2011, a device under the symbol I began to be supplied to the smartphone market. This is the S5830, or rather, its modification. What are the differences between these two models? The device with index I has a slightly different graphics accelerator, and also has a different processor operating at a frequency of 832 megahertz.

Equipment

The delivery package of the device includes, in addition to itself, a Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace Black battery, as well as a charger. The user is also given the opportunity to synchronize the smartphone with a personal computer or laptop using a MicroUSB - USB cable. This wire is included with the device. Well, the set is completed by a MicroSD memory card with a capacity of 2 gigabytes. It may or may not come with the phone. It all depends on the country in which the device is purchased.

Dimensions

Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 is a real candy bar. Its dimensions in all three planes are 112.4 by 59.9 by 11.5 millimeters. The weight of the smartphone is 113 grams.

Appearance

Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 is similar to a device called S II. So to speak, outwardly it is just a smaller copy of the corresponding phone. The control elements are still located in the same way, complemented by a rectangular button, and the device body has the same geometry.

Material of manufacture

The smartphone body is made of ordinary plastic. The back panel is painted black, the lid is not smooth, but embossed. A practical solution, considering the fact that the relief helps to avoid scratches and mechanical damage. At the same time, the lid will still get rubbed, and fingerprints on black plastic are much more noticeable than on white. For the rest, we note that a chrome edge runs along the perimeter of the phone. The plastic from which the Samsung S5830 Galaxy Ace phone is made (the firmware is available on the company's official website) is glossy.

Build quality

It can please people who have made their choice in favor of this device. Smartphone experts have repeatedly conducted tests that have revealed the excellent build quality of the device. Over the course of long-term operation, the device did not reveal any backlash or squeaks. Even the most ordinary crunch did not appear. At the same time, the device screen is not protected by additional glass or plastic. That is why scratching it will not be so difficult.

Reliability and convenience

Such a small mass made it possible to successfully use the device. The Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 phone, the price of which is about nine thousand rubles, lies in your hand, very reliably. This is achieved, among other things, due to the ergonomic design, which is complemented by a perforated rear panel. It is convenient to transport the phone in any pocket, be it jeans, a jacket or an ordinary shirt.

Front Panel

Here He is located in the upper part of the front side. Not far from him, to the side, perched a speaker. Its volume is average, sometimes it is not enough in a conversation. The required reserve is missing, for which you can automatically put a minus. Yes, the quality is generally up to par. You can hear the interlocutor from the other end of the line clearly, the purity of the sound is not lame. But if you work in a high-noise environment or the interlocutor has problems with the microphone (and maybe he himself speaks quietly), then this will be a serious problem.

Below the screen there are touch keys that will allow us to get to the main menu, as well as go back one item. There is a backlight. It is not regulated. The backlight color is white. It is not visible in the light, although in low light conditions it becomes an obvious advantage of the device. Between the elements of going to the menu and going back one item there is a key with which we can move to the device’s desktop. This is a standard move for the creations of the South Korean manufacturer. The key is framed with chrome-plated plastic. It has a small stroke and is pressed quite softly. If the user presses the button for a few seconds, a menu will open. In it we can see which applications are currently running on the phone.

Left side

There is a thin key here that allows us to adjust the volume level in the device. With its help, we can change the sound mode, as well as control the volume in the multimedia player, where music files and video clips are opened. A little higher you can find a sector in which there is a strap mount. Prudently, this cannot be ignored.

Right side

There is a power control button on this side. It is responsible for locking and unlocking the device, as well as turning it on and off. Just below the button you can find a compartment into which the user can install a MicroSD memory card. This nest is covered with a special protective plug made of plastic. When the card is installed as required, you will hear a soft click.

Bottom end

Top end

There will be more choice here, after all. The composition consists of a jack for a 3.5 mm wired headset, as well as a MicroUSB port, which simultaneously serves as a means of synchronizing with a personal computer and charging.

Back panel

It has a fairly large peephole for the main camera. There is a flash nearby that allows you to take good quality photos in low light conditions. Well, everything ends with a sound speaker, which is covered with a metal mesh.

Removing the cover is quite simple. To do this, you just need to pry it off at the bottom end, behind a special recess. When the user removes the back cover, he will be able to find the device's battery underneath. If you remove it, you can see the slot into which the SIM card is installed.

Conclusion and reviews from owners

In general, the Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 makes a pretty good impression. And this cannot be ignored. What is included in our list of the main advantages of the device? Firstly, this is a camera. Still, five megapixels are not lying around on the road. The photographs are of high quality, even in poor lighting. Well, in general, this case is no exception.

Secondly, we managed to integrate the software and operating system quite well. It works quite quickly; no significant slowdowns were found during numerous tests. Thirdly, the advantage is an interesting, ergonomic design. But to compete with the most powerful devices in the segment, this is clearly not enough. Probably, a few words should be said about the dynamics of the device, which is distinguished by the purity of its sound delivery.

Competitors

One of the competitors of Samsung Galaxy Ace is Huawei IDEO X5. Compared to the subject of our today's review, it has a more original design, which is automatically an advantage. In addition, the device has a built-in 512 megabytes of RAM, and a more powerful processor provides better performance. The processor operates at a frequency of 800 megahertz. In addition, the diagonal of this device will be 0.3 inches larger. Huawei's screen resolution is 480 by 800 pixels. The average cost of the device is almost the same - ten thousand rubles.

Another competitor is the LG Optimus Hub. Here we have a screen of the same diagonal. The resolution will be lower, only 320 by 480 pixels. However, there is a camera (5 megapixels). The device has a built-in 512 MB of RAM and a Qualcomm family processor. It operates at frequencies up to 800 megahertz. The price of the device falls in the range from eight to nine thousand rubles.

Finally, we will answer the question of how to update the Samsung GT S5830 Galaxy Ace. To do this, we will need firmware for the device, which can be found on the company’s official website. Appropriate programs are also needed. We are, of course, talking about Kies. After all the components are assembled, we connect the phone and start the automated file replacement process. However, the user does this at his own peril and risk, do not forget about it.

By the way, the object of our today's review has half as much RAM installed. And this sometimes leads buyers to the idea that it would be better to buy another device with better technical characteristics for the same price. And the built-in memory for storing user data hardly exceeds 150 megabytes.