Galaxy Ace
A hugely popular entry Android that brought smartphones to the masses.
The Galaxy Ace is a budget Samsung smartphone released Feb 2011, with a launch price of $300. It pairs its chipset with a 3.5" LCD display, a 5 MP main camera and a 1,350 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 34/100 — Android for the masses. Standout strengths: affordable gateway to android. and 5 mp autofocus camera was good for entry. Main trade-off: 278 mb ram was cramped even then.
Android for the masses.
The Galaxy Ace was one of the phones that democratised Android — an affordable, iPhone-styled entry smartphone with a decent 5 MP camera that sold in huge numbers across emerging markets. It introduced millions of people to their first smartphone.
Read the full review- Affordable gateway to Android.
- 5 MP autofocus camera was good for entry.
- Removable battery + microSD.
- Sold enormously worldwide.
Full specifications
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How the Galaxy Ace compares
| Galaxy Ace | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | Galaxy S4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 34 | 89 | 34 |
| Chipset | — | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 600 |
| Display | 3.5" LCD | 6.73" LTPO AMOLED | 5.0" FHD AMOLED |
| Main camera | 5 MP | 50 MP · f/1.63 | 13 MP · f/2.2 |
| Battery | 1,350 mAh | 5,410 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Launch price | $300 | $1,499 | $640 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Galaxy Ace released?
The Galaxy Ace was released in Feb 2011.
How much does the Galaxy Ace cost?
The Galaxy Ace launched at $300 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Galaxy Ace screen size and type?
The Galaxy Ace has a 3.5" LCD display.
How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Ace have?
The Galaxy Ace ships with 278 MB · microSD (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Galaxy Ace battery capacity?
The Galaxy Ace has a 1,350 mAh battery.
What is the Galaxy Ace main camera?
The Galaxy Ace has a 5 MP main camera.
Does the Galaxy Ace have a headphone jack?
The Galaxy Ace has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Galaxy Ace get software updates?
The Galaxy Ace update policy: To Android 2.3.
How much does the Galaxy Ace weigh?
The Galaxy Ace weighs 113 g.
What colours does the Galaxy Ace come in?
The Galaxy Ace is available in 2 colours: Onyx Black, White.
Is the Galaxy Ace worth buying?
The Galaxy Ace was one of the phones that democratised Android — an affordable, iPhone-styled entry smartphone with a decent 5 MP camera that sold in huge numbers across emerging markets. It introduced millions of people to their first smartphone. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Ace an editorial score of 34/100.
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