Palm Pre (CDMA) vs Samsung Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)

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Side by side comparison between Palm Pre vs Samsung Galaxy A8s phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

4/12/2020 2:26 PM, updated: 6/19/2025 10:01 AM

Compare Samsung Galaxy A8s X Palm Pre (CDMA) 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.1"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

256MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Removable)

33Points Samsung Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB) Compare Palm Pre X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.4"
PLS

1080x2340

24
MP

24mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3400
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)

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!

2 Advantages Palm Pre (CDMA)	vs	33 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
+135 grams (4.73 ounces)28% Lighter	vs	173 grams (6.06 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
600MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)	vs	+2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core7 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB SDRAM	vs	+6GB LPDDR4X23 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GB	vs	+128GB (109GB available)13 times More internal storage for applications and files
16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)	vs	+7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)129% Thinner
Plastic body	vs	+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage More resistant material
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT PLSAdvantage TFT PLS display is brighter and more vivid
320x480 pixels	vs	+1080x2340 pixels15 times Higher resolution screen
186 PPI	vs	+403 PPI117% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.1"	vs	+6.4"106% Larger screen
(back) 3.1MP	vs	+(triple camera) 24MP + 10MP + 5MP11 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supported	vs	+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supported	vs	+(front) 24MPAdvantage 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	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)582 times More apps available to download and use
(4G LTE) 3.1 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE-A) 800 Mbps257 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+ANT+Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1150 mAh	vs	+3400 mAh196% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Mono sound (not stereo)	vs	+Stereo soundAdvantage Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage 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 + A2DP	vs	+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

13 Common items in both devices

16 million

LED flash

4G LTE / 4G LTE-A

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

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📱 Model features
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Other model names	Palm Pre 1 CDMA, Palm Castle C	Galaxy A8S (128GB+6GB RAM) SM-G8870ZKDCHC
Country or region available	(Global, International)	China, Hong Kong
Brand	Palm	Samsung
Release date	6/6/2009	12/1/2018
Depth	16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)	7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)
Size (width x height)	59.57 x 100.53 millimeters (2.35 x 3.96 in)	74.9 x 158.4 millimeters (2.95 x 6.24 in)
Weight	135 grams (4.73 ounces)	173 grams (6.06 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body	Aluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT PLS
Screen size	3.1" inches	6.4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~47.8% (screen-to-body ratio)	~84.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x480 pixels	1080x2340 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	186 PPI	403 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass 3
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	Not supported	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
System version	Palm webOS 1.0	Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 10
User Interface	feature not registered	One UI
⚙️ Processor
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Chipset	32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3430 (65nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 SDM710 (10nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 600MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.2GHz Kryo 360 Gold (Dual-core) 6x 1.7GHz Kryo 360 Silver (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controller	PowerVR SGX530 MP1	Qualcomm Adreno 616 500Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
RAM memory	256MB SDRAM	6GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage	8GB	128GB (109GB available) eMMC 5.1
External storage	Not supported	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	3.1 Mbps	800/150 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Not supported	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800/1900	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat15/13 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, LTE	GPRS, 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 network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
📷 Camera
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Back camera (main camera)	3.1 megapixels	(triple camera) 24 megapixels 10MP telephoto f/2.452mm1/3.9"1.0µmAF2x-optical-zoom 5MP depth f/2.2
Main camera resolution	2048x1536 pixels	5632x4224 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QCIF (176x144)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	27mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.8" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	0.9µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Not supported	Digital and optical zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	1080p@240fps
📸 Front camera
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	24 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	5632x4224 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	26mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.8" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	0.9µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Stereo sound
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor ANT+ Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BP1	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1150 mAh	3400 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	18W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	5 hours	feature not registered
Standby	300 hours (12.5 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	feature not registered	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Retractable QWERTY keyboard	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black • Palm Touchstone charging dock compliant Microsoft Office 2007 Java framework	• Colors: Black, Gradient Black, Blue, Pink-Blue, Yellow-Pink • Samsung Pay
☢️ Radiation rate
	Palm Pre (CDMA)	Galaxy A8s (SM-G8870 128GB/6GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.24W/kg (head), 1.168W/kg (body)