Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) vs Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)
Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 vs Samsung Google Nexus S devices, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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10.1"
TFT
TFT
1280x800
3.1
MP
MP
1.3mp
1.5GB
RAM
RAM
Quad-core
6800
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
vs
4"
AMOLED
AMOLED
480x800
5
MP
MP
0.3mp
512MB
RAM
RAM
Single-core
1500
mAh
mAh
(Removable)
What's the better device? Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720)
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11 Common items in both devices |
16GB (12GB available) / 16GB (13GB available) |
16 million |
Only digital zoom |
Capacitive |
Multitouch |
Accelerometer |
Ambient light sensor |
+4 specs and more in the table below |
Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.
Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Model | Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) |
Other model names | Samsung Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 SM-T531, Samsung SM-T531 | Sprint Samsung Nexus S 4G-WiMax SPH-D720, Samsung Soju |
Country or region available | feature not registered | USA |
Brand | Samsung | Samsung |
Release date | 6/1/2014 | 5/8/2011 |
Depth | 8 millimeters (0.31 inches) | 11.2 millimeters (0.44 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 176.4 x 243.4 millimeters (6.94 x 9.58 in) | 63 x 123.9 millimeters (2.48 x 4.88 in) |
Weight | 487 grams (17.05 ounces) | 131 grams (4.59 ounces) |
Build, materials | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Protection against water and others | Not supported | Not supported |
📲 Display | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Display type | TFT LCD | Super AMOLED |
Screen size | 10.1" inches | 4" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~68.9% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~58.3% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1280x800 pixels | 480x800 pixels |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 149 PPI | 233 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Not supported | Not supported |
Refresh rate | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Display features | feature not registered | feature not registered |
🤖 Operating System | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
System version | Android 4.4.2 KitKat | Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread |
Firmware update | Android 5.0.2 Lollipop | Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean |
User Interface | feature not registered | feature not registered |
⚙️ Processor | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Chipset | 32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 MSM8226 | 32bit: Samsung Exynos 3 Single 3110 (45nm) |
CPU | Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core) | Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 305 | PowerVR SGX540 |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
RAM memory | 1.5GB | 512MB LPDDR2 |
Internal storage | 16GB (12GB available) | 16GB (13GB available) eMMC |
External storage | Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) | Not supported |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Dual-SIM | Not supported | Not supported |
SIM card | 1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF) | 1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 21/5.76 Mbps | 75/25 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G | 2G, 3G, 4G |
Frequency, bands | Expand band details Collapse details | |
GSM MHz band | Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900 | Not supported |
Primary 2G network | GSM 850/900/1800/1900 | CDMA 800/1900 |
Primary 3G network | UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO |
Primary 4G network | Not supported | WiMAX 802.16 |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+ | CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, WiMAX |
Secondary 2G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary data network | Not supported | Not supported |
📷 Camera | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Back camera (main camera) | 3.1 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Main camera resolution | 2048x1536 pixels | 2560x1920 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | HD (1280x720) 30 fps | VGA (720x480) 30 fps |
Flash | Not supported | LED flash |
Focal aperture | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Autofocus | Not supported | Autofocus |
Touch focus | Not supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | feature not registered | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection |
BSI sensor | Not supported | Not supported |
HDR | Not supported | Not supported |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
📸 Front camera | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 1.3 megapixels | 0.3 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 1280x1024 pixels | 640x480 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | VGA (720x480) | VGA (640x480) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
🔉 Sound and multimedia | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | Not supported | Not supported |
Radio | Not supported | Not supported |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.264, H.263 | MP4, H.264, H.263 |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3 |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
USB | MicroUSB 2.0 | MicroUSB 2.0 |
Audio output | 3.5mm jack | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | Not supported | Not supported |
Bluetooth | 4.0 + A2DP | 2.1 + A2DP |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) |
DLNA | Not supported | Supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS | A-GPS, GeoTagging |
NFC | Not supported | Supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) |
Battery capacity | 6800 mAh | 1500 mAh |
Charger, watts | Wired charging | Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Talk time autonomy | 10 hours | 6 hours |
Standby | feature not registered | 428 hours (17.8 days) |
➕ Other features | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, Flash player |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Wireless external keyboard | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | • Colors: White, Black • Samsung TouchWiz UX UI | • Colors: Black • Contour Display with curved glass screen • Panorama photo • WiFi hotspot • Java framework |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
Galaxy Tab 4 10.1 (3G SM-T531) | Samsung Google Nexus S (SPH-D720) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | 1.58W/kg (body) | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | 0.941W/kg (body) | feature not registered |