Samsung E490
The Samsung E490 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2006).
2006 · Entry-levelⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 83g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 850 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗3 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 128 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotographyMedia consumption
💻 Display
Sharpness
128 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT, 65K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
3 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
850 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 850 mAh battery
Weight
83g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
94 x 49 x 15.5 mm (3.70 x 1.93 x 0.61 in)
Colors
Red/Silver and Red/Black (different keypads)
