Compact, comfy Samsung Galaxy Avant (pictures)

With its 4.5-inch screen, T-Mobile's Samsung Galaxy Avant sports one of the smaller screens in today's smartphone space.

If you prefer your handset small, this one will certainly fit the bill.

Unfortunately, the screen isn't up to Samsung's usual standards. A lower 960x540-pixel resolution and subpar display technology drain the screen of color.

One thing that is desirable is the material coating the phone's back cover. It resists smudges and feels smooth underhand.

Another area of weakness: the 5-megapixel camera takes hit-or-miss shots. For the best luck, concentrate on outdoor images and hold perfectly still.

Easy to hold in one hand and coming in at an economical price, the Samsung Galaxy Avant is a good choice for T-Mobile, but shop around.

For more details, check out the full Samsung Galaxy Avant review.