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3.25out of 5
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Manufacturer codeGT-S5830UWIBTU-REF
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About the Samsung Galaxy Ace
Samsung GT-S5830UWIBTU-REF is listed in the smartphones category. The recorded specifications include display diagonal: 8.89 cm (3.5"); mobile network generation: 3G; operating system installed: Android 2.3. This entry covers manufacturer code GT-S5830UWIBTU-REF. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The 8.89 cm (3.5") display is specified at 320 x 480 pixels. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
- Screen size
- 8.89 cm (3.5")
- Screen resolution
- 320 x 480 pixels
- Mobile network generation
- 3G
- Rear camera resolution
- 5 MP
- Battery capacity
- 1350 mAh
- Operating system installed
- Android 2.3
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy Ace. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code GT-S5830UWIBTU-REF, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 25 Sep 2026
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3.50 / 5Original rating: 3.5 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy Ace. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code GT-S5830UWIBTU-REF, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 18 Oct 2026
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2.00 / 5Original rating: 2 / 5
Review covers Samsung Galaxy Ace. The verified product-data labels bind this public model name to code GT-S5830UWIBTU-REF, and the original publisher article independently supplies the editorial score. This is not proof that the supplier supplied this review URL, or that the reviewer tested this colour or included accessories.
Read the full review ↗Checked 29 Sep 2026
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3.50 / 5Publisher rating supplied by Icecat: 70%
Ultimately, if multimedia isn’t important to you, then the Samsung Galaxy Ace offers the flexibility of Android effectively and in a clear and hassle-free package. But the Galaxy Ace doesn’t really offer up anything truly distinctive outside its good l...
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Samsung Galaxy Ace specifications
Manufacturer code: GT-S5830UWIBTU-REF · Icecat product 20554155 · Checked 25 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 8.89 cm (3.5") |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 320 x 480 pixels |
| Mobile network generation | 3G |
| Rear camera resolution | 5 MP |
| Battery capacity | 1350 mAh |
| Operating system installed | Android 2.3 |
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Audio & listening3 details
| Speakerphone | Yes |
|---|---|
| Microphone mute | Yes |
| Audio formats supported | AAC, eAAC+, MP3, WMA |
Display4 details
| Panel type | TFT |
|---|---|
| Display number of colours | 16.78 million colours |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
Processor, memory & storage3 details
| Processor frequency | 0.8 GHz |
|---|---|
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum frame rate | 30 fps |
Camera, image & video9 details
| Digital zoom | 2x |
|---|---|
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Rear camera type | Single camera |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| White balance | Auto, Cloudy, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent |
| Video recording | Yes |
| Video formats supported | MPEG4 |
| Video compression formats | H.263, H.264, MPEG4 |
Connections & wireless15 details
| USB mass storage | Yes |
|---|---|
| SIM card capability | Single SIM |
| SIM card type | MiniSIM |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 2.1+EDR |
| Bluetooth profiles | A2DP |
| 2G bands (primary SIM) | 850,900,1800,1900 MHz |
| USB port | Yes |
| USB connector type | Micro-USB B |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| Headphone connectivity | 3.5 mm |
| Wi-Fi positioning | Yes |
| Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) certified | Yes |
Power & battery5 details
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
|---|---|
| Talk time (2G) (max) | 10.6 h |
| Talk time (3G) (max) | 6.5 h |
| Standby time (2G) (max) | 640 h |
| Standby time (3G) (max) | 540 h |
Controls & features5 details
| Voice dialling | Yes |
|---|---|
| Voice codecs | AMR |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
Design & dimensions6 details
| Form factor | Bar |
|---|---|
| Product colour | White |
| Width | 60 mm |
| Depth | 11.5 mm |
| Height | 112 mm |
| Weight | 113 g |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| 3G bands supported | 900,2100 MHz |
|---|
Further product details34 details
| Touch technology | Multi-touch |
|---|---|
| Maximum memory card size | 32 GB |
| Flash type | LED |
| Photo effects | Black&White, Negative film, Sepia |
| 2G standards | Edge, GPRS, GSM |
| 3G standards | HSDPA |
| Tethering (modem-mode) | Yes |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Short Message Service (SMS) | Yes |
| Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) | Yes |
| Instant messaging (IM) | Yes |
| Chat | Yes |
| Yes | |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Personal info management (PIM) | Alarm clock, Calculator, Calendar, Events reminder, Notes, To-do list |
| Flight mode | Yes |
| Personalization | Icons, Menu, Shortcuts |
| Support for contact groups | Yes |
| Themes | Wallpapers |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes |
| Radio Data System (RDS) | Yes |
| Call waiting | Yes |
| Call divert | Yes |
| Call hold | Yes |
| Caller ID | Yes |
| Conference call | Yes |
| Speed dialling | Yes |
| Call timer | Yes |
| Platform | Android |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Cables included | USB |
|---|
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What is the listed display resolution for Samsung Galaxy Ace?
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