Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)

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Side by side comparison between Motorola Razr 40 Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

8/25/2023 9:26 AM, updated: 8/28/2023 6:44 AM

Compare Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) X Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB) 32Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.9"
AMOLED

1080x2640

12
MP

32mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

3800
mAh

(Non removable)

07Points Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) Compare Motorola Razr 40 Ultra 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? Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)

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32 Advantages Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	vs	7 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
+3.19GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)8 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	720MHz 32bit Single-core
+12GB LPDDR531 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	384MB LPDDR
+512GB (460GB available)28 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB
+6.99 millimeters (0.28 inches)113% Thinner	vs	14.9 millimeters (0.59 inches)
+1 billion62 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	16 million
+1080x2640 pixels6 times Higher resolution screen	vs	480x800 pixels
+413 PPI64% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	252 PPI
+6.9"86% Larger screen	vs	3.7"
+(dual camera) 12MP + 13MP2 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 8MP
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 32MP103 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 0.3MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	HD (1280x720)
+(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) VGA (640x480)
+Android 13Advantage Android 13 is newer and safer	vs	Android 2.1 Eclair
+5G Sub6Advantage The 5G Sub6 network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSUPA
+(5G Sub6) 3000 Mbps416 times 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
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+3800 mAh111% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1800 mAh
+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	3.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
+IP52 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
Not supported	vs	+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
189 grams (6.62 ounces)	vs	+156 grams (5.46 ounces)21% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
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.
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

13 Common items in both devices

LTPO AMOLED / Super AMOLED

LED flash

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

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📱 Model features
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
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Model	Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Other model names	Lenovo Moto Razr 40 Ultra XT2321-1	Samsung i8520 Galaxy Beam 1, Samsung Galaxy Beam i8520 M16
Country or region available	(Latin America), China	Singapore
Brand	Motorola	Samsung
Release date	6/5/2023, Announced: 6/1/2023	7/8/2010
Depth	6.99 millimeters (0.28 inches)	14.9 millimeters (0.59 inches)
Size (width x height)	73.95 x 170.83 millimeters (2.91 x 6.73 in)	59.8 x 123 millimeters (2.35 x 4.84 in)
Weight	189 grams (6.62 ounces)	156 grams (5.46 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum frame, flexible plastic screen, glass back Back: Gorilla Glass Victus Folded: 15.1 x 73,95 x 88.4 mm	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	IP52 certified: protection against dust and splashing	Not supported
📲 Display
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Display type	LTPO AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Screen size	6.9" inches	3.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~85.2% (screen-to-body ratio)	~53% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2640 pixels (22:9)	480x800 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	413 PPI	252 PPI
Colors	1 billion	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	165Hz	feature not registered
Display features	1400nits[peak] HDR10+ 120% DCI-P3 Extra display: AMOLED 3.6" (1056x1066), 144Hz, HDR10+, Gorilla Glass Victus	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
System version	Android 13	Android 2.1 Eclair
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	My UX	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (SM8475) (4nm)	32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3440 (65nm)
CPU	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 3.19GHz ARM Cortex-X2 (Single-core) 3x 2.75GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Triple-core) 4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 720MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 730 (818MHz)	PowerVR SGX530
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 975396 (v9) Geekbench: 3645 (v5.1), 4045 (v6) GFXBench: 65fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
RAM memory	12GB LPDDR5	384MB LPDDR
Internal storage	512GB (460GB available) UFS 3.1	16GB
External storage	Not supported	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	3000/1024 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	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	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Back camera (main camera)	(dual camera) 12 megapixels 13MP ultrawide f/2.2108°1/3"1.12µmAF	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	4000x3000 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps	HD (1280x720) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/1.5 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.55" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.4µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	4K@30/60fps 1080p@30/60/120fps Slow motion	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Front camera (secondary)	32 megapixels	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	6528x4896 pixels	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	4K UHD (3840x2160)	VGA (640x480)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.4 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.7µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound with dual speakers Dolby Atmos	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.3 + A2DP/LE	3.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	3800 mAh	1800 mAh
Charger, watts	30W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	5W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	7.4 hours
Standby	feature not registered	530 hours (22.1 days)
➕ Other features
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), 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	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Infinite Black, Glacier Blue, Viva Magenta • Ready For • ThinkShield	• Colors: Black • Samsung TouchWiz 3 UI • 3D stereo sound • DNSe 2.0 • Samsung Kies • Built-in WVGA DLP Pico projector • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Motorola Razr 40 Ultra (512GB)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	1.26W/kg (head), 1.37W/kg (body)	feature not registered