Description
Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 Black, Factory Refurbished, GSM unlocked
This is the Samsung Ace S5830 in black, the 2011 Galaxy Ace Android handset, Factory Refurbished and GSM unlocked per the listing. Black is the volume finish for export dealers who sell a reconditioned entry Android into markets with live 3G, and repair shops take it as a working donor for Ace displays and batteries.
The Samsung Galaxy Ace, model GT-S5830, is a 2011 entry Android phone that sold in very large numbers outside the US: a 3.5-inch HVGA (320 x 480) touchscreen, an 800 MHz processor, a 5 megapixel autofocus camera, Wi-Fi, GPS, a microSD slot, and 3G HSDPA, running Android 2.2 with an update to 2.3 and the Swype keyboard. Its rounded compact body came in black and white.
It is a 2G/3G-only device with no US service today, and its Android version runs no current apps. TG Wireless supplies the Ace to exporters serving markets where UMTS or GSM service is still live, and to parts, display, and collector buyers.
Key specifications
| Model | Samsung Galaxy Ace GT-S5830 (2011) |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Network status | GSM unlocked (per listing description) |
| Operating system | Android 2.2 as shipped, updatable to Android 2.3 |
| Display | 3.5-inch HVGA TFT touchscreen, 320 x 480 pixels |
| Processor | 800 MHz |
| Rear camera | 5 megapixel autofocus with LED flash |
| Cellular | GSM/EDGE and 3G UMTS/HSDPA; no LTE |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth, GPS, microUSB |
| Expansion | microSD card slot |
| Input | Capacitive touchscreen with Swype keyboard |
Condition: Factory Refurbished
Factory refurbished units have been reconditioned to close-to-new working order. They are not brand new and may show light signs of handling. TG tests and grades each unit before it ships. Tell your account manager whether you need units with the original box and accessories or handset-only packs; the mix varies by lot.
Network and compatibility
The Galaxy Ace S5830 is a GSM and 3G UMTS phone with no LTE, so it has no service on any US carrier: the national carriers retired 3G in 2022 and T-Mobile's 2G GSM network closed on August 3, 2026. The names do not state a lock, though the listing description says GSM unlocked; see the network status line in the table and confirm. The GT-S5830 is the international build, so its UMTS bands suit European, Asian, and Latin American networks where 3G is still live, and it works on Wi-Fi anywhere.
Resale fit
- Export dealers supplying low-cost Android handsets to markets where UMTS or GSM service is still live.
- Repair shops and parts buyers who need Ace housings, displays, and batteries.
- Wi-Fi and offline use as a test device, media player, or display unit.
- Collectors of early Galaxy models.
Ordering from TG Wireless
TG Wireless sells to the trade. Pricing is shown to approved dealer accounts, and your account manager confirms availability, quantities, and grade mix before invoicing. Orders typically ship within 24 hours of order placement by FedEx, UPS, or DHL, within the United States and internationally. TG Wireless's 12-month warranty applies, with coverage and RMA handling per your order documentation. Resellers with a valid resale certificate are not charged sales tax. The FAQ covers account setup and shipping questions.
