Samsung Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) vs Samsung SGH-C520

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy M23 vs Samsung SGH-C520 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

8/26/2022 6:24 PM, updated: 1/18/2023 3:48 AM

Compare Samsung SGH-C520 X Samsung Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB) 32Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.6"
PLS

1080x2408

50
MP

8mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

02Points Samsung SGH-C520 Compare Samsung Galaxy M23 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

1.67"
TFT

128x160

0.3
MP

N/A

750
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)

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!

32 Advantages Samsung Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	vs	2 Advantages Samsung SGH-C520
+128GB (101GB available)176509 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	600KB
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)117% Thinner	vs	18.2 millimeters (0.72 inches)
+TFT PLSAdvantage TFT PLS display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+16 million245 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	65 thousand
+1080x2408 pixels126 times Higher resolution screen	vs	128x160 pixels
+400 PPI2 times Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	123 PPI
+6.6"3 times Larger screen	vs	1.67"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 8MP + 2MP194 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 0.3MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 8MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Not supported
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)349999 times More apps available to download and use	vs	10 apps
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster	vs	2G GPRS
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps41666 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(2G GPRS) 0.048 Mbps
+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device	vs	Not supported
+Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Face unlock 2D, Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted), Virtual ambient light sensor, Virtual proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+5000 mAh6 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	750 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Not supported
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	Not supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	Not supported
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	WAP
198 grams (6.93 ounces)	vs	+74 grams (2.59 ounces)168% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily

6 Common items in both devices

Plastic body, glass front / Plastic body

Only digital zoom

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

FM (RDS) / FM

USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go / USB 2.0 proprietary connector

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📱 Model features
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
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Model	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Other model names	Galaxy M23 5G SM-M236B/Dual-SIM (128GB+4GB RAM)	Samsung C520
Country or region available	(Latin America), (Europe), (Global, International)	(Global, International)
Brand	Samsung	Samsung
Release date	4/8/2022, Announced: 3/4/2022	7/7/2008
Depth	8.4 millimeters (0.33 inches)	18.2 millimeters (0.72 inches)
Size (width x height)	77 x 165.5 millimeters (3.03 x 6.52 in)	45.1 x 84.4 millimeters (1.78 x 3.32 in)
Weight	198 grams (6.93 ounces)	74 grams (2.59 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Plastic body
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Display type	TFT PLS	TFT LCD
Screen size	6.6" inches	1.67" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~82.3% (screen-to-body ratio)	~23.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2408 pixels (20:9)	128x160 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Not supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)	400 PPI	123 PPI
Colors	16 million	65 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Not supported
Refresh rate	120Hz	feature not registered
Display features	Not supported	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
System version	Android 12	Proprietary OS
Firmware update	Android 13	feature not registered
User Interface	One UI 4.1 / 5.0	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G (SM7225) (8nm)	32bit
CPU	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.2GHz Kryo 570 (Dual-core) 6x 1.8GHz Kryo 570 (Hexa-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: Single-core
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 619 (800MHz)	feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
RAM memory	4GB LPDDR4X	SDRAM
Internal storage	128GB (101GB available) eMMC 5.1	600KB
External storage	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	2000/1024 Mbps	0.048 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	2G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Dual-Band 900/1800
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 900/1800
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat12 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Primary 5G network	SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 78)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	GPRS
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat12 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Back camera (main camera)	(triple camera) 50 megapixels 8MP ultrawide f/2.2123°1/4"1.12µm 2MP macro f/2.4	0.3 megapixels
Main camera resolution	8160x6120 pixels	640x480 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	Not supported
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.8 (aperture)	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	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	1080p@30fps	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	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 M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	feature not registered
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	feature not registered
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Not supported
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.0 + A2DP/LE	Not supported
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	Not supported
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS	Not supported
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Sensors	Accelerometer Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Virtual ambient light sensor Virtual proximity sensor	Not supported
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	5000 mAh	750 mAh
Charger, watts	25W Wired fast charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	40 hours (1.7 days)	6 hours
Standby	feature not registered	260 hours (10.8 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	WAP
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Deep Green, Light Blue, Orange Copper	• Colors: Black, Red, White • Phonebook with 500 entries • PC Sync Application • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy M23 (SM-M236B/DS 128GB/4GB)	Samsung SGH-C520
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.775W/kg (head), 1.091W/kg (body)	feature not registered