Samsung Gear S2 3G
The Samsung Gear S2 3G is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8x26, suited to light-to-moderate use (2015).
2015 · Lower-mid-range · Tizen OS 2.3.2ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size1.2" · 51.8 x 44 x 13.4 mm (2.04 x 1.73 x 0.53 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8x26
RAM512MB
Storage4GB
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✓︎ Pros
✓512GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓1.2" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 51g — easy to carry
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 300 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8x26 for simple tasks only
✗No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2015, August. Released 2015, October
Also Known As
Also known as Samsung Gear S2 3G R730
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8x26
Entry-level — basic tasks only
RAM
512MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
302 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
🔋 Battery
Capacity
300 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 300 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
51g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
51.8 x 44 x 13.4 mm (2.04 x 1.73 x 0.53 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), stainless steel frame
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, heart rate, barometer
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Samsung Gear S2 3G does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Yes, the Samsung Gear S2 3G supports eSIM.
Yes, the Samsung Gear S2 3G has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the Samsung Gear S2 3G supports wireless charging (Wireless (Qi)).
No reverse wireless charging mentioned for the Samsung Gear S2 3G.
Charging details: Wireless (Qi).
The Samsung Gear S2 3G is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
No, the Samsung Gear S2 3G does not support a memory card.
The Samsung Gear S2 3G SIM configuration: eSIM.
No, the Samsung Gear S2 3G does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Samsung Gear S2 3G uses No.
The Samsung Gear S2 3G supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
The Samsung Gear S2 3G has 4.1, A2DP, LE.
