Samsung Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M) vs Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy 551 vs Samsung Wave 3 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

3/19/2017 11:23 PM, updated: 9/10/2022 5:49 AM

Compare Samsung Wave 3 X Samsung Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M) 04Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

240x400

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

18Points Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600) Compare Samsung Galaxy 551 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
AMOLED

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

384MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)

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!

4 Advantages Samsung Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	vs	18 Advantages Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
+512MB33% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	384MB LPDDR
+117 grams (4.1 ounces)4% Lighter	vs	122 grams (4.27 ounces)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)1166 times More apps available to download and use	vs	3000 apps (Samsung Apps)
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
600MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+1.4GHz 32bit Single-core122% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB (173MB available)	vs	+4GB (3GB available)17 times More internal storage for applications and files
15.2 millimeters (0.6 inches)	vs	+9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)54% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
240x400 pixels	vs	+480x800 pixels3 times Higher resolution screen
146 PPI	vs	+233 PPI60% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.2"	vs	+4"25% Larger screen
(back) 3.1MP	vs	+(back) 5MP56% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+(front) 0.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)	vs	+HD (1280x720)11 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps	vs	+(3G HSUPA) 14.4 Mbps100% Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAh	vs	+1500 mAh25% 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
Not supported	vs	+3.5mm (same audio output)Advantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

20 Common items in both devices

Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC

16 million

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

3G HSUPA

Capacitive

Multitouch

+13 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
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Model	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Other model names	Samsung Galaxy i5510M, Samsung Callisto	Samsung Wave III GT-S8600
Country or region available	(Latin America), Brazil	(Global, International)
Brand	Samsung	Samsung
Release date	11/1/2010	10/1/2011
Depth	15.2 millimeters (0.6 inches)	9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)	55 x 111 millimeters (2.17 x 4.37 in)	64.2 x 125.9 millimeters (2.53 x 4.96 in)
Weight	117 grams (4.1 ounces)	122 grams (4.27 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Display type	TFT LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	3.2" inches	4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~47.7% (screen-to-body ratio)	~56.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x400 pixels	480x800 pixels (5:3)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	146 PPI	233 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
System version	Android 2.2 Froyo	Bada 2.0
Firmware update	Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	TouchWiz 3.0
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7227 (65nm)	32bit
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 600MHz ARM1136EJ-S (Single-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1.4GHz Scorpion (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 200	feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
RAM memory	512MB	384MB LPDDR
Internal storage	512MB (173MB available)	4GB (3GB available) Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2 Mbps	14.4/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	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	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/2100	UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Back camera (main camera)	3.1 megapixels	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2048x1536 pixels	2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QVGA (320x240) 15 fps	HD (1280x720) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	Not supported
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	3GP, 3G2, MJPG, MP4, WMV, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	3.5mm (same audio output)
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	3.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Sensors	Accelerometer Compass Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) EB484659VU
Battery capacity	1200 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	5 hours	8.7 hours
Standby	370 hours (15.4 days)	517 hours (21.5 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), 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	HTML, XHTML, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Retractable QWERTY keyboard	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black • 1GB microSD included • Samsung TouchWiz 3.0 Java framework	• Colors: Black • Samsung ChatON • UMA Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy 551 (GT-i5510M)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.53W/kg (head), 0.82W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.83W/kg (head)