Samsung Epic 4G
The Samsung Epic 4G is a budget-focused device, powered by the Hummingbird, built for basic everyday tasks (2010).
2010 · Entry-level · Android 2.1 (Eclair)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4" · 124 x 65 x 14 mm (4.88 x 2.56 x 0.55 in)
ChipsetHummingbird
RAM512MB
Storage512MB
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓4" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 155g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,500 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Hummingbird for simple tasks only
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 233 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2010, June. Released 2010, September
Also Known As
Also known as Samsung Galaxy S ProFor Sprint
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Hummingbird
Entry-level — basic tasks only
OS
Android 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
233 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,500 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
155g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
124 x 65 x 14 mm (4.88 x 2.56 x 0.55 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA, EV-DO Rev. A 3.1 Mbps
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; WiMAX, hotspot (Android 2.2)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Samsung Epic 4G does not support 5G — it supports CDMA / HSPA / EVDO.
Yes, the Samsung Epic 4G supports microSDHC expandable storage.
The Samsung Epic 4G SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the Samsung Epic 4G has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Samsung Epic 4G ships with Android 2.1 (Eclair), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo).
The Samsung Epic 4G uses microUSB 2.0.
The Samsung Epic 4G supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n; WiMAX, hotspot (Android 2.2).
The Samsung Epic 4G has 2.1, A2DP.
