HP Veer 4G vs Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)

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Side by side comparison between HP Veer 4G vs Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

12/18/2012 5:53 PM, updated: 6/19/2025 8:14 AM

Compare Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) X HP Veer 4G 05Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.6"
TFT

320x400

5
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

910
mAh

(Non removable)

21Points Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) Compare HP Veer 4G X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.7"
AMOLED

480x800

8
MP

0.3mp

384MB
RAM

Single-core

1800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

5 Advantages HP Veer 4G	vs	21 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
+800MHz 32bit Single-core11% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	720MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)
+512MB LPDDR33% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	384MB LPDDR
+103 grams (3.61 ounces)51% Lighter	vs	156 grams (5.46 ounces)
+(3G HSUPA) 14.4 Mbps100% Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
8GB (6.39GB available)	vs	+16GB (13GB available)103% More internal storage for applications and files
Flash (EEPROM)	vs	+eMMCAdvantage Fastest write and read storage.
Not supported	vs	+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
15.1 millimeters (0.59 inches)	vs	+14.9 millimeters (0.59 inches)1% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousand	vs	+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
320x400 pixels	vs	+480x800 pixels2 times Higher resolution screen
197 PPI	vs	+252 PPI28% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.6"	vs	+3.7"42% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(back) 8MP63% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+(front) 0.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
VGA (640x480)	vs	+HD (1280x720)2 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
7500 apps (webOS Nation)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)466 times More apps available to download and use
910 mAh	vs	+1800 mAh98% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supported	vs	+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
2.1 + A2DP	vs	+3.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 3.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

16 Common items in both devices

Plastic body / Plastic body, glass front

60Hz

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

3G HSUPA

Capacitive

Multitouch

+9 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
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Model	Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Other model names	AT&T HP Veer 3G+ HSPA, Hewlett-Packard P160UNA	Samsung i8520 Galaxy Beam 1, Samsung Galaxy Beam i8520 M16
Country or region available	USA	(Global, International), Singapore
Brand	HP	Samsung
Release date	5/15/2011	7/8/2010
Depth	15.1 millimeters (0.59 inches)	14.9 millimeters (0.59 inches)
Size (width x height)	84 x 54.5 millimeters (3.31 x 2.15 in)	59.8 x 123 millimeters (2.35 x 4.84 in)
Weight	103 grams (3.61 ounces)	156 grams (5.46 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Display type	TFT LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	2.6" inches	3.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~46.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~53% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x400 pixels	480x800 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	197 PPI	252 PPI
Colors	260 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
System version	HP webOS 2.1	Android 2.1 Eclair
Firmware update	HP webOS 2.2	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	TouchWiz UI
⚙️ Processor
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm MSM7230	32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3440 (65nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 800MHz Scorpion (Single-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 720MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 205	PowerVR SGX530 MP1
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
RAM memory	512MB LPDDR	384MB LPDDR
Internal storage	8GB (6.39GB available) Flash (EEPROM)	16GB (13GB available) eMMC
External storage	Not supported	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	14.4/5.76 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/1900/2100	UMTS 900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
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
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2560x1920 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	VGA (640x480)	HD (1280x720) 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	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	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
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Stereo sound
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	1 microphone
Radio	Not supported	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	3.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	910 mAh	1800 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	5 hours	7.4 hours
Standby	300 hours (12.5 days)	530 hours (22.1 days)
➕ Other features
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Retractable QWERTY keyboard	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White • HP Synergy • HP Touchstone charging dock compliant • HAC (T4/M4) • Wi-Fi Mobile Hotspot Java framework	• Colors: Black • Built-in WVGA DLP Pico projector DNSe 2.0 • Samsung Kies Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	HP Veer 4G	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.62W/kg (head)