Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB) vs Apple iPhone 2G (16GB)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Omnia vs Apple iPhone 2G phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

1/9/2013 11:37 AM, updated: 9/27/2024 5:07 AM

Compare Apple iPhone 2G X Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB) 17Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

240x400

5
MP

0.3mp

128MB
RAM

Single-core

1440
mAh

(Removable)

12Points Apple iPhone 2G (16GB) Compare Samsung Omnia X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

2
MP

128MB
RAM

Single-core

1400
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)

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!

17 Advantages Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	vs	12 Advantages Apple iPhone 2G (16GB)
+624MHz 32bit Single-core51% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	412MHz 32bit Single-core
+128MB LPDDRAdvantage This RAM type is better and more efficient.	vs	128MB SDRAM
+Until 16GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+122 grams (4.27 ounces)11% Lighter	vs	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
+(back) 5MP156% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 2MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+Only digital zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Not supported
+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+(front) 0.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+VGA (640x480)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Not supported
+3G HSDPAAdvantage The 3G HSDPA network is newer and faster	vs	2G EDGE
+(3G HSDPA) 7.2 Mbps18 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(2G EDGE) 0.384 Mbps
+1440 mAh3% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1400 mAh
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+A-GPS, GeoTaggingAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device	vs	Not supported
8GB	vs	+16GB (15GB available)88% More internal storage for applications and files
12.5 millimeters (0.49 inches)	vs	+11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)8% Thinner
65 thousand	vs	+16 million245 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x400 pixels	vs	+320x480 pixels60% Higher resolution screen
146 PPI	vs	+165 PPI13% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.2"	vs	+3.5"9% Larger screen
50 apps (Windows Mobile)	vs	+2300000 apps (App Store)45999 times More apps available to download and use
Resistive	vs	+CapacitiveAdvantage Better touchscreen. The capacitive screen is much more sensitive.
Single	vs	+MultitouchAdvantage Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
Not supported	vs	+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
proprietary audio output	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

8 Common items in both devices

TFT LCD

Accelerometer

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

Proprietary TV-out

802.11 b/g [wifi3]

2.0 + A2DP

+ 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 Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Other model names	Samsung Omnia i900, Samsung SGH-i900V Omnia, Samsung Witu	Apple iPhone 1, iPhone 2007 (A1203)
Country or region available	feature not registered	(Europe), Canada, USA
Brand	Samsung	Apple
Release date	7/21/2008	6/1/2007
Depth	12.5 millimeters (0.49 inches)	11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)
Size (width x height)	56.9 x 112 millimeters (2.24 x 4.41 in)	61 x 115 millimeters (2.4 x 4.53 in)
Weight	122 grams (4.27 ounces)	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	3.2" inches	3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~45.7% (screen-to-body ratio)	~52% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x400 pixels	320x480 pixels (3:2)
Touchscreen	Resistive Single touch 1-point	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	146 PPI	165 PPI
Colors	65 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Oleophobic coating screen
🤖 Operating System
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
System version	Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional	iOS 1.0
Firmware update	feature not registered	iOS 3.0
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Chipset	32bit: Marvell PXA312	32bit: Samsung S5L8900
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 624MHz Intel XScale (Single-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 412MHz ARM1176JZF-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	PowerVR MBX Lite
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
RAM memory	128MB LPDDR	128MB SDRAM
Internal storage	8GB	16GB (15GB available) Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Until 16GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2 Mbps	0.384 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G
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	UMTS 2100	Not supported
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA	CSD, GPRS, EDGE
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	2 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2560x1920 pixels	1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (primary)	VGA (640x480) 15 fps	Not supported
Flash	LED flash	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
Autofocus	Autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	feature not registered	Not supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Not supported
Face/smile detection	Face detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	feature not registered	Not supported
HDR	feature not registered	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Front camera (secondary)	0.3 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	640x480 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	QVGA (320x240)	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 Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	feature not registered	1 microphone
Radio	FM (RDS)	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, DivX, XviD, WMV, H.264, H.263	feature not registered
Audio formats	MP3, OGG, AMR, AAC+, WMA	MP3
🔌 Connectivity
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
USB	USB 2.0 proprietary connector	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	proprietary audio output	3.5mm jack
TV output	Proprietary TV-out	Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth	2.0 + A2DP	2.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	feature not registered	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	Not supported
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer	Accelerometer Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1440 mAh	1400 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	6.5 hours	8 hours
Standby	450 hours (18.8 days)	250 hours (10.4 days)
➕ Other features
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS, MMS, E-mail	SMS, E-mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic
Web browser	feature not registered	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Modern Black • Samsung TouchWiz UI • 3D sound technology • HDR • Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, PDF viewer • Java framework	• Colors: Black
☢️ Radiation rate
	Samsung Omnia (SGH-i900 8GB)	iPhone 2G (16GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.97W/kg (head), 0.38W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.97W/kg (head), 0.69W/kg (body)