- Conclusion Get the lowdown
- Features How it compares
- Performance Real world benchmarks
- Differences Technical showdown
- Reviews Word on the street
- Competition Others to consider
- Discussion Answers and opinions
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket
- Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
- 4G
- 4.5"
- Dual core 1.5 GHz
Released November, 2011
Rated 80% by by c|net (Sep, 2012)In addition to using the standard touch interface, you can also use the same motion gestures found on the Epic 4G Touch.
Conclusion Check out the Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket
First reviewed December, 2011
Features Key features of the Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket
1.5 GHz
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich 4G
Rated 80% by by c|net (Sep, 2012)There are a very helpful photo editor and video maker, plus an FM radio that you can use if you plug in headphones.
screen size
4.5"
4"
4"
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by Sharey (Jan, 2012)I love the larger screen size, voice and hotspot capabilities, superb screen quality, front and back cameras, and superior speed and connectivity.
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by Gregory-Campese--Greg (Jul, 2012)At first I worried about the size being too big but now given the nice screen the size is very manageable and comfortable.
screen resolution
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by E.-Ward (Mar, 2012)The Skyrocket blows my old iphone out of the water in every respect - faster to open apps and get information, faster connection on LTE (which AT&T has done a great job on btw), bigger screen with great resolution, more customization, etc..
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by GSM Arena (Nov, 2011)The noise levels are well controlled and the contrast and resolved detail are fine.
memory
| 0 GB | 2 GB   | 2 GB |
processor
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by c|net (Sep, 2012)Like the T-Mobile version of the Galaxy S II, the Skyrocket is equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon S3 1.5GHz dual-core processor to accommodate AT&T's LTE chipset.
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by GSM Arena (Nov, 2011)With two Scorpion cores, clocked at 1.5GHz, and 1GB of RAM, the Snapdragon S3 will handle any task you throw at it with ease.
camera resolution
| 0 MP | 8 MP   | 20 MP |
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by c|net (Sep, 2012)There's a nice, strong 2-megapixel camera on the front that's great for video chats, but the best lens yet is the 8-megapixel one on the back, which continues to take excellent shots on every Galaxy S II variation we've seen.
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by c|net (Sep, 2012)Notable features include a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, an 8-megapixel rear camera, a front-facing 2-megapixel camera, NFC support, and of course support for AT&T's LTE network.
Performance Real world tests of Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket
cpu speed
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by MoodyThe screen is beautiful gorilla glass, the processor speeds and overall navigation is flawless, and ease of use and learning is very fast.
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by c|net (Sep, 2012)Though Qualcomm's chip has a slightly faster CPU, we didn't notice a huge difference in speed in everyday use, and in fact the AT&T and Sprint models felt just a touch more responsive.
browser benchmark
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by T-Boyer--seattleparent (Jan, 2012)For what I do - Google maps and calendar, email, general web browsing, reading news - this phone is vastly better feature-wise and performance-wise.4G is to 3g what broadband was to dial-up.
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by Turkleton (Jan, 2012)The iPhone web browser is generally faster and displays content more consistently.
download speed
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by EddieAmazon (Nov, 2011)I bought the phone ready to accept sub-par performance in exchange for high end download speeds and am shocked at how good it really is.
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by Derik (May, 2012)I have run the speed test app in Indianapolis and have gotten 30 Mbps download speeds.
talk time
420 min
1,350 min
900 min
Galaxy S II Skyrocket by Mike (Jan, 2012)I love its huge screen, long battery life, 4G LTE, 1.5 GHz dual-processor, and light weight.
Our analysis How does it stack up against its top 10 competitors
pros
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3.5 mm -
Android Market (Android) -
Capacitive -
8 MP -
OLED screens are typically higher contrast and use less power -
Supports the fastest, most reliable networks -
Enables payment by phone and other wireless communications -
1.5 GHz -
Micro USB with MHL -
8 MP -
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich -
80.76% -
4.5" -
1920 x 1080 @ 30 fps -
889 ms -
Listen to music and news from local radio stations -
16 GB -
Play games and use applications that take advantage of device rotation -
Share your cellphone's data plan with other devices -
9 mm
cons
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Nov, 2011
Reviews Word on the street
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 | Rated by 176 users at amazon.com Rated 100% by by Cody (Jan, 2012) Rated 80% by by Eliseo-Roman (Nov, 2011) Rated 100% by by Pixiegirl19 (Nov, 2011) |
Screen
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 100% by by Paul-S (Jan, 2013)Screen is big and bright and clear.
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 100% by by S.-Hoffmann (Dec, 2011)Although it does not have the pixel density of the retina display, it is a LARGE screen with a barely perceptible difference in sharpness.
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 100% by by Paul-S (Jan, 2013)I can use the screen in bright sun.
Battery
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 100% by by Cody (Jan, 2012)I heard alot of bad things about battery life on Android phones, and this phone having a 4.5" screen and a 1.5GHz dual core processor, I was a little worried, but I'm happy to say I get great battery life.
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 60% by by GaryD (Sep, 2012)A larger battery is available, but it changes the form factor of the phone and most common phone cases will no longer accommodate the bigger battery bulge.
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 80% by by Pretty-Handy (Mar, 2012)the phone pops up a message when the battery is charged "unplug the charger" and then it starts to get warm, not hot, it was not the battery getting warm.
Network technology
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 80% by by c|net (Sep, 2012)I wouldn’t recommend doing so, though, since the Galaxy S II 4G features the same Android software, 4G, a much better camera and display, plus faster performance for $60 more.
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 80% by by Geekmie (Dec, 2011)I believe it is the best 4G LTE phone in US at this moment, since Galaxy Nexus hasn't been released.
Carrier
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 80% by by c|net (Sep, 2012)You get plenty of extra apps on here too, like Amazon.com's Kindle app, Quickoffice, Kies Air (a Wi-Fi-based PC-to-phone sync manager), MOG Music, a Mini diary, NFS Shift, Social Hub, MyAT&T, AT&T Code Scanner, AT&T FamilyMap, AT&T Navigator, AT&T Ready2Go, and AT&T Live TV.
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 80% by by c|net (Sep, 2012)AT&T packages the Skyrocket with an AC adapter, a USB cable, and reference material.
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 100% by by Pixiegirl19 (Nov, 2011)While AT&T is still installing LTE in our area,(greater Philly suburbs in NJ) the HSPA+ backhaul speeds, are still up to 5 times faster I got 5326(down)&1455(up) with mobile on, and I got speeds close to my Comcast broadband in downtown DC @19K(down)& 4K(up), so I know what the phone is capable of when LTE is finally deployed here.
Apps
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 100% by by Tony-Grant (Feb, 2013)It's very fast, sharp, apps are great, price was right and the Walmart $45 dollar a month for unlimited talking, texting and internet is amazing.
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 100% by by Trey (Jan, 2012)It was O.K. but did not really wow me from the 3GS...It had a better camera, smaller screen and siri!! Other than that, Just did not make me proud of the money spent.
Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket | Rated 80% by by c|net (Sep, 2012)The video editor is particularly great, since it makes it easy to piece together clips with different effects and music, right on your phone.
Competition What else you should consider
 | 1 | LG Nexus 4 Rated the best by consumers LG Nexus 4 vs Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket |
 | 2 | Samsung Galaxy S III Most built-in storage Galaxy S III Dual core - 16GB - North American Edition vs Galaxy S II Skyrocket |
 | 4 | HTC Sensation XL Least latency on actual networks HTC Sensation XL vs Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket |
 | 5 | Sony Xperia S Sharpest screen Sony Xperia S vs Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket |
 | 6 | Samsung Express Galaxy Longest battery life during active use Express Galaxy vs Galaxy S II Skyrocket |
 | 7 | HTC One S 5-way tie: Supports FM radio HTC One S vs Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket |
 | 8 | Samsung Exhilarate 4-way tie: Has expandable storage Exhilarate vs Galaxy S II Skyrocket |
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