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HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB) vs Samsung Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)

Side by side comparison between HTC Nexus 9 vs Samsung Galaxy J2 Core devices, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Galaxy J2 Core X HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB) 17Points
8.9"
IPS

1536x2048

8
MP

1.6mp

2GB
RAM

Dual-core

6700
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
11Points Samsung Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB) Compare HTC Nexus 9 X
5"
PLS

540x960

8
MP

5mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better device? HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)

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Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)} 17 Advantages HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB) vs Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)} 11 Advantages Samsung Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
+2.3GHz 64bit Dual-core62%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.4GHz 64bit Quad-core (14nm)
+2GB LPDDR3100%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1GB LPDDR3
+32GB (27GB available)125%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (12GB available)
+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)13%
Thinner
vs8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
+Aluminum body, glass front, plastic backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front
+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT PLS
+1536x2048 pixels5 times
Higher resolution screen
vs540x960 pixels
+288 PPI31%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs220 PPI
+8.9"78%
Larger screen
vs5"
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+6700 mAh158%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs2600 mAh
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
436 grams (15.26 ounces)vs+154 grams (5.39 ounces)183%
Lighter
f/2.4 (aperture)vs+f/2.2 (aperture)9%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 1.6MPvs+(front) 5MP2 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
(front) HD (1280x720)vs+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)125%
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 7.1.1 Nougatvs+Android 8.1 OreoAdvantage
Android 8.1 Oreo is newer and safer
Not supportedvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
1 slot (Single-SIM)vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supportedvs+FMAdvantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
4.1 + A2DPvs+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster

17 Common items in both devices
16 million
(back) 8MP
LED flash
Only digital zoom
Autofocus
EIS: Digital stabilization
HDR photo only main camera
+10 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
ModelNexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
Other model namesHTC Google Nexus 9 3G/LTE, HTC VolantisGalaxy J2 Core (Android Go) SM-J260M/Dual-sim
Country or region available(Global, International)USA(Europe)
(Global, International), USA, (Europe)
BrazilUruguay
Brazil, Uruguay
BrandHTCSamsung
Release date11/3/20148/24/2018
Depth7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)153.7 x 228.2 millimeters (6.05 x 8.98 in)72.1 x 143.4 millimeters (2.84 x 5.65 in)
Weight436 grams (15.26 ounces)154 grams (5.39 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum body, glass front, plastic backPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDTFT PLS
Screen size8.9" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~69.9% (screen-to-body ratio)~66.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1536x2048 pixels540x960 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)288 PPI220 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 3Not supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
System versionAndroid 5.0 LollipopAndroid 8.1 Oreo
Firmware updateAndroid 7.1.1 Nougatfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
Chipset64bit: NVIDIA Tegra K1-6464bit: Samsung Exynos 7570 (14nm)
CPUDual-core, 1 processor:
2x 2.3GHz Denver (Dual-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.4GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerNVIDIA GeForce Kepler MP192ARM Mali-T720 MP1 (830MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 29459 (v5)

💽 Memory and storage

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
RAM memory2GB LPDDR31GB LPDDR3
Internal storage32GB (27GB available)16GB (12GB available)
eMMC 5.0
External storageNot supportedUntil 256GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20)
T-Mobile version:
LTE (Bands 2, 3, 5, 6, 13)
LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE

📷 Camera

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)8 megapixels8 megapixels
Main camera resolution3264x2448 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo only main cameraHDR photo only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)1.6 megapixels5 megapixels
Front camera resolution1536x1024 pixels2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (secondary)HD (1280x720)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationNot supportedNot supported
RadioNot supportedFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, DivXMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth4.1 + A2DP4.2 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity6700 mAh2600 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy9.5 hours18 hours
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Indigo Black, Lunar White, Sand
• HTC BoomSound
• Java framework
• Colors: Black, Silver, Gold
• Android Go edition

☢️ Radiation rate

HTC Nexus 9 (4G LTE 16GB)Galaxy J2 Core (SM-J260M/DS 16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.61W/kg (head), 0.61W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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