| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $80.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 190 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2008, February. Released 2008, March |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 88 x 43 x 17.9 mm (3.46 x 1.69 x 0.70 in) |
| Weight | 79 g (2.79 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | CSTN, 65K colors |
| Size | 1.67 inches, 8.8 cm2 (~23.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels (~123 ppi density) | |
| Platform | OS | Android 16, MagicOS 10 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM4450-AF Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Adreno 613 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Internal | 1MB | |
| Phonebook | 500 entries, Photocall | |
| Call records | 30 dialed, 30 received, 30 missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Triple |
50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), AF Auxiliary Lens |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | Proprietary | |
| Features | Features |
Predictive text input Organizer Voice memo |
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion battery |
| Charging |
45W wired 7.5W reverse wired |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 200 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 3 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Blue, Black, Gray |
| SAR EU | 0.64 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 80 EUR |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Samsung B500
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- No integrated camera hardware for photo or video capture
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Samsung B500 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. The distraction-free design dispenses with unnecessary camera hardware, focusing purely on call clarity and battery longevity.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a highly efficient battery cell, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Samsung B500 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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