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Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289) vs Apple iPhone 5S (16GB)

Side by side comparison between Samsung Gravity Q vs Apple iPhone 5S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Apple iPhone 5S X Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289) 02Points
Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3"
TFT

240x320

2
MP
128MB
RAM

Single-core

1000
mAh

(Removable)

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31Points Apple iPhone 5S (16GB) Compare Samsung Gravity Q X
Apple iPhone 5S (16GB)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
4"
IPS

640x1136

8
MP

1.2mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1560
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Apple iPhone 5S (16GB)

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Gravity Q (SGH-T289)} 2 Advantages Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289) vs iPhone 5S (16GB)} 31 Advantages Apple iPhone 5S (16GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards		vsNot supported
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily		vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
416MHz 32bit Single-corevs+1.3GHz 64bit Dual-core (28nm)4 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
128MBvs+1GB LPDDR37 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
256MB (170MB available)vs+16GB (13GB available)77 times
More internal storage for applications and files
119 grams (4.17 ounces)vs+112 grams (3.92 ounces)6%
Lighter
14.2 millimeters (0.56 inches)vs+7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)87%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixelsvs+640x1136 pixels8 times
Higher resolution screen
133 PPIvs+326 PPI145%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3"vs+4"33%
Larger screen
(back) 2MPvs+(back) 8MP3 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+(front) 1.2MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)26 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
10 appsvs+2300000 apps (App Store)229999 times
More apps available to download and use
3G UMTSvs+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G UMTS) 0.384 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps259 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Singlevs+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1000 mAhvs+1560 mAh56%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supportedvs+Proprietary TV-outAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supportedvs+802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
2.1 + A2DPvs+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
HTML, XHTMLvs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supportedvs+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
8 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Accelerometer
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
3.5mm jack
A-GPS / A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
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📱 Model features

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
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ModelGravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
Other model namesT-Mobile Samsung Gravity Q T289, Samsung SGH-T289Apple iPhone 5S A1453, A1457, A1530, A1533
Country or region availableUSA
USA		(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSamsungApple
Release date7/2/20139/20/2013, Announced: 9/10/2013
Depth14.2 millimeters (0.56 inches)7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)
Size (width x height)59.7 x 112.5 millimeters (2.35 x 4.43 in)58.6 x 123.8 millimeters (2.31 x 4.87 in)
Weight119 grams (4.17 ounces)112 grams (3.92 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredAluminum body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD
Screen size3" inches4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~41.5% (screen-to-body ratio)~60.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x320 pixels640x1136 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Single touch 1-pointCapacitive Multitouch 5-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)133 PPI326 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
System versionProprietary OSiOS 7.0
Firmware updatefeature not registerediOS 12
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
Chipset32bit64bit: Apple A7 (APL0698) (28nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 416MHz STE U6805-Core (Single-core)		Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.3GHz Cyclone (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredPowerVR G6430 (4-core, 400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredBasemark X: 14341

💽 Memory and storage

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
RAM memory128MB1GB LPDDR3
Internal storage256MB (170MB available)16GB (13GB available)
eMMC
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)		Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)		1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.384 Mbps100/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1700/1900/2100, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 850/1700/1900/2100A1453/A1533 GSM model:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
A1453/A1533 CDMA model:
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
A1457/A1530 model:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat3
A1453 model:
LTE 700/800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,8,13,17,18,19,20,25,26)
A1533 model:
LTE 700/800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100 (Bands 1,2,3,4,5,8,13,17,19,20,25)
A1457 model:
LTE 800/850/900/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 1,2,3,5,7,8,20)
A1530 model:
LTE 800/850/900/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 1,2,3,5,7,8,20)
TD-LTE 1900/2300/2600 (Bands 38,39,40)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTSGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
Back camera (main camera)2 megapixels8 megapixels
Main camera resolution1600x1200 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)QVGA (320x240)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedDual-LED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered29mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.5µm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedAutofocus
Touch focusfeature not registeredSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionfeature not registeredFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorfeature not registeredSupported
HDRfeature not registeredHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported1.2 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported1280x960 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedHD (1280x720)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered31mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationfeature not registered2 microphones
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263MPEG4, H.264, MOV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, AAC+MP3, WAV, AAC, eAAC, M4A

🔌 Connectivity

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedProprietary TV-out
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP4.0 + A2DP
WiFiNot supported802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
DLNAfeature not registeredNot supported
GPSA-GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portfeature not registeredNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
SensorsAccelerometerAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1000 mAh1560 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy5 hours10 hours
Standby360 hours (15 days)250 hours (10.4 days)

➕ Other features

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTMLHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardRetractable QWERTY keyboardNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black
• HAC M3/T3
• Java framework		• Colors: Black, White, Gold
• Touch ID
• Oleophobic coating
• Simultaneous HD video and image recording
• FaceTime
• Siri natural language
• AirDrop file sharing
• iCloud cloud service
• WiFi hotspot

☢️ Radiation rate

Samsung Gravity Q (SGH-T289)iPhone 5S (16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.96W/kg (head), 0.88W/kg (body)1.12W/kg (head), 1.18W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered1W/kg (head), 0.8W/kg (body)
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