Samsung Galaxy Note N7000 Hands-On Review: Specs, Battery and Screen
Design and specifications
The reviewer measured the phone at 146.9 x 83 x 9.7 mm and 178 g. At the time of the review it shipped with Android Gingerbread 2.3.6, with the Ice Cream Sandwich update described as coming soon.
| Item | Spec |
|---|---|
| Processor | 1.4 GHz dual core Exynos |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM, 16 GB storage, microSD slot |
| Display | 5.3 inch, 800 x 1280, about 285 PPI, Gorilla Glass |
| Cameras | 8 MP rear with autofocus and LED flash, 2 MP front |
| Data | HSDPA 21 Mbps, HSUPA 5.76 Mbps |
Performance, sound and storage
Quadrant scores reached about 4700 after the reviewer removed bloatware by rooting. Before that, the score was about 3500, and running processes dropped from 14 to 4. Apps ran smoothly throughout the week.
The larger body allowed a bigger rear speaker, which was loud and full without distortion. The earpiece was loud enough that the reviewer turned the in-call volume down. After Samsung’s preloaded apps, about 11 GB of storage was left to use, with 2 GB set aside for apps.
Battery and screen
The 2500 mAh battery lasted a little longer than other Galaxy S phones of the time. A workday with eight hours of Bluetooth music streaming left about 55 to 60 percent, and the reviewer usually reached bed with 20 to 30 percent. Charging nearly every night was still expected.
The screen was a clear step up from the 4.5 inch Galaxy S II LTE: sharper text, crisp colours and good brightness. The stylus and stylus-friendly apps such as Memo, Calendar and the picture editor made it more useful.
Rooting and risks
The reviewer rooted the phone quickly and liked the speed and battery gains, but called it a flash at your own risk step. Rooting can void warranties and cause problems for inexperienced users, so back up first and learn the process before trying it. This page does not link to any guides or files.
Frequently asked questions
How did you take screenshots on the Note?
Hold the Home button and press the power button. Holding the stylus button on the screen for three seconds also captured a screenshot you could edit.
Was the camera good?
The reviewer called it clear and stable, and the big screen made sharing photos easy.
Is the Galaxy Note N7000 still supported?
No. It is a very old model and no longer receives updates.