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Samsung Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858) vs Nokia N8

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Beam 2 vs Nokia N8 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia N8 X Samsung Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858) 15Points
4.66"
TFT

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Removable)

vs
3.5"
AMOLED

360x640

12
MP

0.3mp

256MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)

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 Beam 2 (SM-G3858)} 15 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858) vs N8} 10 Advantages Nokia N8
+1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core135%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs680MHz 32bit Single-core
+1GB3 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs256MB LPDDR
+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC100%
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
+11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)11%
Thinner
vs12.9 millimeters (0.51 inches)
+480x800 pixels67%
Higher resolution screen
vs360x640 pixels
+4.66"33%
Larger screen
vs3.5"
+(front) VGA (640x480)11 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) QCIF (176x144)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times
More apps available to download and use
vs50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)
+3G+ HSPA+Advantage
The 3G+ HSPA+ network is newer and faster
vs3G HSUPA
+(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps106%
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G HSUPA) 10.2 Mbps
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+2600 mAh117%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1200 mAh
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs3.0 + A2DP
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
vsHTML, XHTML, Flash player
8GB (5GB available)vs+16GB2 times
More internal storage for applications and files
165 grams (5.78 ounces)vs+135 grams (4.73 ounces)22%
Lighter
TFT LCDvs+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
200 PPIvs+210 PPI5%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
(back) 5MPvs+(back) 12MP144%
Higher resolution main camera
LED flashvs+Xenon flashAdvantage
The Xenon flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supportedvs+Micro HDMI Type DAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supportedvs+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

19 Common items in both devices
16 million
Only digital zoom
Autofocus
(front) 0.3MP
HD (1280x720)
Capacitive
Multitouch
+12 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
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ModelGalaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
Other model namesSamsung Galaxy Beam2 G3858Nokia N8-00 RM-596, Nokia Vasco
Country or region availableChina
China
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungNokia
Release date4/1/20149/29/2010
Depth11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)12.9 millimeters (0.51 inches)
Size (width x height)70 x 134.5 millimeters (2.76 x 5.3 in)59 x 113.5 millimeters (2.32 x 4.47 in)
Weight165 grams (5.78 ounces)135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
Display typeTFT LCDAMOLED
Screen size4.66" inches3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~65.6% (screen-to-body ratio)~50.4% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x800 pixels360x640 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)200 PPI210 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
System versionAndroid 4.2.2 Jelly BeanSymbian ^3 S60 5.2
Firmware updatefeature not registeredSymbian ^3 Nokia Belle
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
Chipset32bit32bit: Samsung K5W4G2GACA-AL54 ASIC
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.2GHz
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 680MHz ARM1176JZF-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredBroadcom BCM2727
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
RAM memory1GB256MB LPDDR
Internal storage8GB (5GB available)16GB
Flash (EEPROM)
External storageUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload21/5.76 Mbps10.2/2 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkTD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+CSD, HSCSD, 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

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels12 megapixels
Main camera resolution2560x1920 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)HD (1280x720) 30 fpsHD (1280x720) 30 fps
FlashLED flashXenon flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/1.83" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationNot supportedEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
Front camera (secondary)0.3 megapixels0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution640x480 pixels640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)VGA (640x480)QCIF (176x144)
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

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMVMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro HDMI Type D
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP3.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
BL-4D
Battery capacity2600 mAh1200 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered5.8 hours
Standbyfeature not registered400 hours (16.7 days)

➕ Other features

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Gray silver
• Built-in nHD projector
• Colors: Dark Grey, Silver White, Green, Blue, Orange, Pink, Bronze
• 8GB microsSD included
• OpenGL ES 1.1 and 2.0
• OpenVG 1.0
• Dolby Digital Plus surround sound
• Ovi Maps 3.0
• 30FPS video recording only via an update
Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Galaxy Beam 2 (SM-G3858)Nokia N8
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.09W/kg (head), 0.85W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered1.02W/kg (head)
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