Samsung F490
The Samsung F490 is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2008).
2008 · Entry-levelⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size3.3" · 115 x 53.5 x 11.8 mm (4.53 x 2.11 x 0.46 in)
Storage130MB
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 102g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 880 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
✗Lower-resolution 150 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysPhotographyMedia consumption
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2008, January. Released 2008, March
💻 Display
Sharpness
150 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
TFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
880 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 880 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
102g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
115 x 53.5 x 11.8 mm (4.53 x 2.11 x 0.46 in)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Samsung F490 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Yes, the Samsung F490 supports microSD expandable storage.
The Samsung F490 SIM configuration: Mini-SIM.
Yes, the Samsung F490 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Samsung F490 uses 2.0.
The Samsung F490 supports No.
The Samsung F490 has 2.0, A2DP.
