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Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N) vs Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro (2019) vs Nokia Asha 230 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia Asha 230 X Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N) 40Points
6.4"
PLS

1080x2340

24
MP

24mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3400
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
2.8"
TFT

240x320

1.2
MP
64MB
RAM

Dual-core

1020
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)

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!

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)} 40 Advantages Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N) vs Asha 230 (RM-986)} 5 Advantages Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
+2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core3 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)
+6GB LPDDR4X95 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs64MB LPDDR
+128GB (109GB available)1743 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs64MB
+eMMC 5.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.41
+7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)78%
Thinner
vs13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body, glass front
+TFT PLSAdvantage
TFT PLS display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs260 thousand
+1080x2340 pixels32 times
Higher resolution screen
vs240x320 pixels
+403 PPI182%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs143 PPI
+6.4"129%
Larger screen
vs2.8"
+(triple camera) 24MP + 10MP + 5MP31 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 1.2MP
+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsOnly digital zoom
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+f/1.7 (aperture)65%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.8 (aperture)
+(front) 24MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)107 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsQVGA (320x240)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times
More apps available to download and use
vs1000 apps (Nokia Store)
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
vs2G EDGE
+(4G LTE-A) 800 Mbps3389 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+3400 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1020 mAh
+18W3 times
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs5W
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vsNot supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vsNot supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs3.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
vsHTML, XHTML
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
173 grams (6.06 ounces)vs+89 grams (3.12 ounces)94%
Lighter
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
1 slot (Single-SIM)vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

9 Common items in both devices
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
3.5mm jack
+2 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
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ModelGalaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Asha 230 (RM-986)
Other model names๊ฐค๋Ÿญ์‹œ A9 Pro SM-G887NTKASKO, Galaxy A8sNokia Asha 230 Dual-SIM RM-986
Country or region availableSouth Korea
South Korea
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungNokia
Release date12/1/20182/24/2014
Depth7.4 millimeters (0.29 inches)13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)
Size (width x height)74.9 x 158.4 millimeters (2.95 x 6.24 in)58.6 x 99.5 millimeters (2.31 x 3.92 in)
Weight173 grams (6.06 ounces)89 grams (3.12 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/backPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Display typeTFT PLSTFT LCD
Screen size6.4" inches2.8" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~84.7% (screen-to-body ratio)~41.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2340 pixels240x320 pixels (4:3)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)403 PPI143 PPI
Colors16 million260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 3Not supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
System versionAndroid 9.0 PieNokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.1
Firmware updateAndroid 10Nokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.4
User InterfaceOne UISeries 40 Theme v2.0 UI

โš™๏ธ Processor

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 SDM710 (10nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play (MSM8225) (45nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.2GHz Kryo 360 Gold (Dual-core)
6x 1.7GHz Kryo 360 Silver (Hexa-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 616 500MhzQualcomm Adreno 203 (320MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR4X64MB LPDDR
Internal storage128GB (109GB available)
eMMC 5.1
64MB
eMMC 4.41
External storageNot supportedUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload800/150 Mbps0.236 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandTri-Band 900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat15/13 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 26)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
24 megapixels
10MP telephoto f/2.452mm1/3.9"1.0ยตmAF2x-optical-zoom
5MP depth f/2.2
1.2 megapixels
Main camera resolution5632x4224 pixels1280x960 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsQVGA (320x240) 25 fps
FlashLED flashNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)f/2.8 (aperture)
Focal length27mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2.8" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.9ยตm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationNot supported
ZoomDigital and optical zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasNot supported
Camera extras1080p@240fpsfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Front camera (secondary)24 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution5632x4224 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2.8" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size0.9ยตm pixelfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
LoudspeakerStereo soundMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more1 microphone
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, AAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE3.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
Not supported
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEOA-GPS
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5C
Battery capacity3400 mAh1020 mAh
Charger, watts18W Wired fast charging5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered11 hours
Standbyfeature not registered500 hours (20.8 days)

โž• Other features

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, Gradient Black, Blue
โ€ข Samsung Pay
โ€ข Colors: Black, Bright Red, Yellow, Bright Green, White, Cyan
โ€ข Nokia Glance
โ€ข Java framework

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Galaxy A9 Pro 2019 (SM-G887N)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.07W/kg (head), 0.77W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.601W/kg (head), 1.14W/kg (body)0.67W/kg (head), 0.59W/kg (body)
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