Samsung I8520 Galaxy Beam
The Samsung I8520 Galaxy Beam is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2010).
2010 · Entry-level · Android 2.1 (Eclair)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓384GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓3.7" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓Lightweight at 156g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,800 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingPhotography
⚙️ Performance
RAM
384MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
252 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
Panel
Super AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
1,800 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Ion 1800 mAh battery
Weight
156g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
123 x 59.8 x 14.9 mm (4.84 x 2.35 x 0.59 in)
