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Palm Pre (CDMA) vs Apple iPhone 8 (256GB)

Side by side comparison between Palm Pre vs Apple iPhone 8 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Apple iPhone 8 X Palm Pre (CDMA) 03Points
Palm Pre (CDMA)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3.1"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Removable)

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34Points Apple iPhone 8 (256GB) Compare Palm Pre X
Apple iPhone 8 (256GB)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
4.7"
IPS

750x1334

12
MP

7.1mp

2GB
RAM

Hexa-core

1821
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Apple iPhone 8 (256GB)

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!

Pre (CDMA)} 3 Advantages Palm Pre (CDMA) vs iPhone 8 (256GB)} 34 Advantages Apple iPhone 8 (256GB)
+135 grams (4.73 ounces)10%
Lighter		vs148 grams (5.18 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily		vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores		vsproprietary audio output
600MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)vs+2.39GHz 64bit Hexa-core (10nm)6 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB SDRAMvs+2GB LPDDR4X7 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GBvs+256GB (245GB available)30 times
More internal storage for applications and files
16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)vs+7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)132%
Thinner
Plastic bodyvs+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT LCDvs+TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
320x480 pixelsvs+750x1334 pixels6 times
Higher resolution screen
186 PPIvs+326 PPI75%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.1"vs+4.7"52%
Larger screen
(back) 3.1MPvs+(back) 12MP3 times
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Quad-LED flashAdvantage
The Quad-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+Only digital zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supportedvs+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 7.1MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QCIF (176x144)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)326 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
6000 apps (Palm App Catalog)vs+2300000 apps (App Store)382 times
More apps available to download and use
(4G LTE) 3.1 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 1024 Mbps329 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1150 mAhvs+1821 mAh58%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Mono sound (not stereo)vs+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
1 microphonevs+3 microphones2 times
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 b/g [wifi3]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
2.1 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supportedvs+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+IP67 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
11 Common items in both devices
16 million
4G LTE / 4G LTE-A
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
+4 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
ModelPre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
Other model namesPalm Pre 1 CDMA, Palm Castle CiPhone 8 A1863 (CDMA), iPhone 8 A1905 (GSM)
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)		(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandPalmApple
Release date6/6/20099/22/2017, Announced: 9/12/2017
Depth16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)
Size (width x height)59.57 x 100.53 millimeters (2.35 x 3.96 in)67.3 x 138.4 millimeters (2.65 x 5.45 in)
Weight135 grams (4.73 ounces)148 grams (5.18 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic bodyAluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min

📲 Display

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD
Screen size3.1" inches4.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~47.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~65.4% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution320x480 pixels750x1334 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)186 PPI326 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedScratch-resistant glass
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresNot supported625nits[typ]
Oleophobic coating

🤖 Operating System

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
System versionPalm webOS 1.0iOS 11
Firmware updatefeature not registerediOS 16
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
Chipset32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3430 (65nm)64bit: Apple A11 Bionic (10nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 600MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)		Hexa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.39GHz Monsoon (Dual-core)
4x 1.6GHz Mistral (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerPowerVR SGX530 MP1Apple GPU (3-Core)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 237594 (v7)
Geekbench: 10214 (v4.4)
GFXBench: 20fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

💽 Memory and storage

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
RAM memory256MB SDRAM2GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage8GB256GB (245GB available)
NVMe (SSD)
External storageNot supportedNot supported

📶 Mobile networks

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)		1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload3.1 Mbps1024/150 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandNot supportedQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900CDMA 800/1900/2100 (A1864 model), GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DOA1864 model:
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
A1897 model:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat16 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 34, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, LTEGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
Back camera (main camera)3.1 megapixels12 megapixels
Main camera resolution2048x1536 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)QCIF (176x144)4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
FlashLED flashQuad-LED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered28mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusNot supportedPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomNot supportedOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@240fps

📸 Front camera

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported7.1 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported3072x2304 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered32mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Stereo sound
Active noise cancellation1 microphone3 microphones
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263MPEG4, H.265, H.264, MOV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+MP3, WAV, AAX+, AIFF

🔌 Connectivity

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output3.5mm jackproprietary audio output
TV outputNot supportedProprietary TV-out
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSGPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor		Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BP1		Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity1150 mAh1821 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging15W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedQi wireless charging
Talk time autonomy5 hours14 hours
Standby300 hours (12.5 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserfeature not registeredHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardRetractable QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black
• Palm Touchstone charging dock compliant
Microsoft Office 2007
Java framework		• Colors: Space Gray, Silver, Gold
• Lightning to 3.5mm headphone jack adapter included
Apple Pay
• AirDrop, iCloud, FaceTime, Siri

☢️ Radiation rate

Palm Pre (CDMA)iPhone 8 (256GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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