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Nokia 9500 vs Samsung Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)

Side by side comparison between Nokia 9500 vs Samsung Galaxy S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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4.5"
TFT

640x200

0.3
MP
64MB
RAM

Single-core

1300
mAh

(Removable)

vs
30Points Samsung Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB) Compare Nokia 9500 X
4"
AMOLED

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)

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!

9500} 1 Advantage Nokia 9500 vs Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)} 30 Advantages Samsung Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
+4.5"13%
Larger screen
vs4"
150MHz 32bit Single-corevs+1GHz 32bit Single-core6 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
64MB SDRAMvs+512MB LPDDR7 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
128MB (76MB available)vs+16GB (13GB available)174 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 2GB MMCvs+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC15 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
222 grams (7.77 ounces)vs+119 grams (4.17 ounces)87%
Lighter
23.6 millimeters (0.93 inches)vs+9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)138%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
65 thousandvs+16 million245 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
640x200 pixelsvs+480x800 pixels2 times
Higher resolution screen
149 PPIvs+233 PPI56%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
(back) 0.3MPvs+(back) 5MP15 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+(front) 0.3MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QCIF (176x144)vs+HD (1280x720)35 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times
More apps available to download and use
2G EDGEvs+3G HSUPAAdvantage
The 3G HSUPA network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.177 Mbpsvs+(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps40 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage
The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supportedvs+Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Compass, Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1300 mAhvs+1500 mAh15%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
proprietary audio outputvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
Not supportedvs+3.5mm (same audio output)Advantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supportedvs+A-GPS, GeoTaggingAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
802.11 a/b [wifi2]vs+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
1.1vs+3.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 3.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

7 Common items in both devices
Plastic body / Plastic body, glass front
Only digital zoom
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
USB 2.0 proprietary connector / MicroUSB 2.0
HTML, XHTML / HTML, XHTML, Flash player
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📱 Model features

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
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ModelNokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
Other model namesNokia Communicator 9500Samsung Galaxy S1 i9000
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandNokiaSamsung
Release date2/1/20056/2/2010
Depth23.6 millimeters (0.93 inches)9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)56 x 148 millimeters (2.2 x 5.83 in)64.2 x 122.4 millimeters (2.53 x 4.82 in)
Weight222 grams (7.77 ounces)119 grams (4.17 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic bodyPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
Display typeTFT LCDSuper AMOLED
Screen size4.5" inches4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~44.9% (screen-to-body ratio)~58% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution640x200 pixels480x800 pixels
TouchscreenNot supportedCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)149 PPI233 PPI
Colors65 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresExtra display: LCD 128x128feature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
System versionSymbian 7.0 S80 2nd EditionAndroid 2.2.1 Froyo
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 2.3.6 Gingerbread
User InterfaceSeries 80 UIfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
Chipset32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 151032bit: Samsung-Intrinsity
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 150MHz ARM925T (Single-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 1GHz Hummingbird (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredPowerVR SGX540
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
RAM memory64MB SDRAM512MB LPDDR
Internal storage128MB (76MB available)16GB (13GB available)
External storageUntil 2GB MMC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.177 Mbps7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technologyfeature not registered2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandNot supportedQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, HSCSD, GPRS, EDGECSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
Back camera (main camera)0.3 megapixels5 megapixels
Main camera resolution640x480 pixels2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (primary)QCIF (176x144)HD (1280x720) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusNot supportedAutofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedVGA (640x480)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Supported
Active noise cancellationNot supportedNot supported
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formats3GP, MPEG4MP4, DivX, WMV, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, AAC, MIDIMP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
USBUSB 2.0 proprietary connectorMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputproprietary audio output3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supported3.5mm (same audio output)
Bluetooth1.13.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b [wifi2] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSNot supportedA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
SensorsNot supportedAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BP-5L
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity1300 mAh1500 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy6 hours6.6 hours
Standby500 hours (20.8 days)576 hours (24 days)

➕ Other features

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mailSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTMLHTML, XHTML, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardRetractable QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Tin Grey
• Java games
• Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF viewer
Java framework
• Colors: Black, White
• Samsung TouchWiz 3.0 UI
• WiFi hotspot (Android 2.2)
Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Nokia 9500Galaxy S (GT-i9000 16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.99W/kg (head), 1.15W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.52W/kg (head)feature not registered
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