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Samsung Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V) vs Samsung Star (GT-S5230)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Note Edge vs Samsung Star phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Samsung Star X Samsung Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V) 42Points
5.6"
AMOLED

1440x2560

16
MP

3.7mp

3GB
RAM

Quad-core

3000
mAh

(Removable)

vs
3"
TFT

240x400

3.1
MP
N/A
1000
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)

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Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)} 42 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V) vs Star (GT-S5230)} 2 Advantages Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
+32GB (25GB available)511 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs50MB
+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC7 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 16GB microSD, microSDHC
+8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)43%
Thinner
vs11.9 millimeters (0.47 inches)
+Super AMOLEDAdvantage
Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs260 thousand
+1440x2560 pixels37 times
Higher resolution screen
vs240x400 pixels
+525 PPI2 times
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs155 PPI
+5.6"87%
Larger screen
vs3"
+(back) 16MP4 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 3.1MP
+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+HDR photo/video only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+(front) 3.7MPAdvantage
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)349999 times
More apps available to download and use
vs10 apps
+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
vs2G EDGE
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps635 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbps
+CapacitiveAdvantage
Better touchscreen. The capacitive screen is much more sensitive.
vsResistive
+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
vsSingle
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+HumidityAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+SpO2Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+TemperatureAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+UV radiationAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+3000 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1000 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsproprietary audio output
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vsNot supported
+Micro-B USB MHL-3Advantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
vsNot supported
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
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
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs2.1 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
vsWAP, HTML
+Gorilla Glass 3Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
174 grams (6.09 ounces)vs+93 grams (3.26 ounces)87%
Lighter
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

6 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Accelerometer
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go / USB 2.0 proprietary connector
+ specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
 
ModelGalaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Star (GT-S5230)
Other model namesVerizon Galaxy Note Edge N915V (CDMA)Samsung S5230A Star, Samsung Tocco Lite, Samsung Player One
Country or region availableUSA
USA
feature not registered
BrandSamsungSamsung
Release date11/1/20144/30/2009
Depth8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)11.9 millimeters (0.47 inches)
Size (width x height)82.4 x 151.3 millimeters (3.24 x 5.96 in)53 x 104 millimeters (2.09 x 4.09 in)
Weight174 grams (6.09 ounces)93 grams (3.26 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum body, glass front, plastic backfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
Display typeSuper AMOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size5.6" inches3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~69.3% (screen-to-body ratio)~46.5% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1440x2560 pixels240x400 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsResistive Single touch 1-point
Pixel density (dot pitch)525 PPI155 PPI
Colors16 million260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 3Not supported
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
System versionAndroid 4.4.4 KitKatProprietary OS
Firmware updateAndroid 6.0.1 Marshmallowfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 APQ8084 Pro (28nm)32bit
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.7GHz Krait 450 (Quad-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
Single-core
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 420feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
RAM memory3GB LPDDR3feature not registered
Internal storage32GB (25GB available)
eMMC 5.0
50MB
External storageUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 16GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps0.236 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Not supported
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat4 (Bands 3, 4, 13)Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTEGPRS, EDGE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
Back camera (main camera)16 megapixels3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution4608x3456 pixels2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsQVGA (320x240) 15 fps
FlashLED flashNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length31mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2.6" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12ยตm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationfeature not registered
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video only main cameraNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
Front camera (secondary)3.7 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution2560x1440 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)2K UHD (2560x1440)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.9 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or moreNot supported
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMVMP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, AAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
USBMicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output3.5mm jackproprietary audio output
TV outputMicro-B USB MHL-3Not supported
Bluetooth4.1 + A2DP2.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
Not supported
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouNot supported
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)
Gesture
Gyroscope
Humidity
Proximity sensor
SpO2
Temperature
UV radiation
Accelerometer
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity3000 mAh1000 mAh
Charger, watts18W Wired fast chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy18 hours10 hours
Standbyfeature not registered800 hours (33.3 days)

โž• Other features

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder
MessagingSMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS, MMS, E-mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5WAP, HTML
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, White
โ€ข Samsung TouchWiz UX
โ€ข S Pen stylus
โ€ข S-Voice natural language
โ€ข Dropbox 50GB
โ€ข Samsung Gear S compatible
โ€ข ANT+ support
โ€ข Colors: Black, White, Pink
โ€ข Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF
โ€ข DNSe
โ€ข Shazam Find Music service
โ€ข Java framework

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Galaxy Note Edge (SM-N915V)Samsung Star (GT-S5230)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1.07W/kg (head), 1.11W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.105W/kg (head), 0.306W/kg (body)feature not registered
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