Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E) vs Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Metro 360 vs Samsung Wave 3 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

11/23/2015 5:34 PM, updated: 9/10/2022 5:49 AM

Compare Samsung Wave 3 X Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E) 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.4"
TFT

240x320

3.1
MP

64MB
RAM

Single-core

1000
mAh

(Removable)

25Points Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600) Compare Samsung Metro 360 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
AMOLED

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

384MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)

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!

2 Advantages Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	vs	25 Advantages Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
+83 grams (2.91 ounces)47% Lighter	vs	122 grams (4.27 ounces)
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
312MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+1.4GHz 32bit Single-core3 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
64MB	vs	+384MB LPDDR5 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
64MB	vs	+4GB (3GB available)47 times More internal storage for applications and files
Until 16GB microSD, microSDHC	vs	+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC100% More external storage for files using memory cards
11.4 millimeters (0.45 inches)	vs	+9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)15% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+Super AMOLEDAdvantage Super AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousand	vs	+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixels	vs	+480x800 pixels4 times Higher resolution screen
167 PPI	vs	+233 PPI40% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.4"	vs	+4"67% Larger screen
(back) 3.1MP	vs	+(back) 5MP56% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+(front) 0.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)	vs	+HD (1280x720)11 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
10 apps	vs	+3000 apps (Samsung Apps)299 times More apps available to download and use
2G GPRS	vs	+3G HSUPAAdvantage The 3G HSUPA network is newer and faster
(2G GPRS) 0.048 Mbps	vs	+(3G HSUPA) 14.4 Mbps299 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supported	vs	+Accelerometer, Compass, Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1000 mAh	vs	+1500 mAh50% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supported	vs	+A-GPS, GeoTaggingAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supported	vs	+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

9 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

3.5mm jack

FM / FM (RDS)

3.0 + A2DP

+2 specs and more in the table below

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

Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
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Model	Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Other model names	Samsung Metro 360 Dual Sim B360E	Samsung Wave III GT-S8600
Country or region available	India, Pakistan, Russia, Ukraine	(Global, International)
Brand	Samsung	Samsung
Release date	1/1/2015	10/1/2011
Depth	11.4 millimeters (0.45 inches)	9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)	49.5 x 117.3 millimeters (1.95 x 4.62 in)	64.2 x 125.9 millimeters (2.53 x 4.96 in)
Weight	83 grams (2.91 ounces)	122 grams (4.27 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Display type	TFT LCD	Super AMOLED
Screen size	2.4" inches	4" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~30.7% (screen-to-body ratio)	~56.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x320 pixels	480x800 pixels (5:3)
Touchscreen	Not supported	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	167 PPI	233 PPI
Colors	260 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
System version	Proprietary OS	Bada 2.0
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	TouchWiz 3.0
⚙️ Processor
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Chipset	32bit	32bit
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 312MHz	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1.4GHz Scorpion (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
RAM memory	64MB	384MB LPDDR
Internal storage	64MB	4GB (3GB available) Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Until 16GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	0.048 Mbps	14.4/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Back camera (main camera)	3.1 megapixels	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2048x1536 pixels	2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QVGA (320x240) 15 fps	HD (1280x720) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	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	Not supported	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	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
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	Not supported
Radio	FM	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, 3GP	MP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, AAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	3.5mm (same audio output)
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	3.0 + A2DP
WiFi	Not supported	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	Not supported	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Sensors	Not supported	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) EB484659VU
Battery capacity	1000 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	12 hours	8.7 hours
Standby	feature not registered	517 hours (21.5 days)
➕ Other features
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS, E-mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White, Brown Java framework	• Colors: Black • Samsung ChatON • UMA Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Samsung Metro 360 (SM-B360E)	Samsung Wave 3 (GT-S8600)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.876W/kg (head), 0.447W/kg (body)	0.53W/kg (head), 0.82W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.73W/kg (head), 0.551W/kg (body)	0.83W/kg (head)