Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket i727
The Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket i727 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3, built for basic everyday tasks (2011).
2011 · Lower-mid-range · Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓4.5" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 130.5g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,850 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3 for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Scorpion
OS
Android 2.3.5 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
207 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
Super AMOLED Plus
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
1,850 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1850 mAh battery
Weight
130.5g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
129.8 x 68.8 x 9.5 mm (5.11 x 2.71 x 0.37 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
