Samsung Z (SM-Z910F) vs Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Z vs Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

11/16/2014 6:59 PM, updated: 6/19/2025 8:14 AM

Compare Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) X Samsung Z (SM-Z910F) 25Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.8"
AMOLED

720x1280

8
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Removable)

03Points Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520) Compare Samsung Z X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.7"
AMOLED

480x800

8
MP

0.3mp

384MB
RAM

Single-core

1800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)

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!

25 Advantages Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	vs	3 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
+2.3GHz 32bit Quad-core4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	720MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)
+2GB LPDDR34 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	384MB LPDDR
+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC100% More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
+136 grams (4.76 ounces)15% Lighter	vs	156 grams (5.46 ounces)
+8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)75% Thinner	vs	14.9 millimeters (0.59 inches)
+720x1280 pixels140% Higher resolution screen	vs	480x800 pixels
+306 PPI21% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	252 PPI
+4.8"30% Larger screen	vs	3.7"
+(front) 2.1MP6 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 0.3MP
+Full HD (1920x1080)125% More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	HD (1280x720)
+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)6 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) VGA (640x480)
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSUPA
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps20 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Heart rateAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+2600 mAh44% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1800 mAh
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+Micro-B USB MHLAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable	vs	Not supported
+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	3.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
1500 apps	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)2332 times More apps available to download and use
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supported	vs	+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

20 Common items in both devices

16GB (12GB available) / 16GB (13GB available)

Super AMOLED

16 million

(back) 8MP

LED flash

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

+13 specs and more in the table below

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

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📱 Model features
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
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Model	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Other model names	Samsung SM-Z910F, Samsung Redwood	Samsung i8520 Galaxy Beam 1, Samsung Galaxy Beam i8520 M16
Country or region available	Russia	(Global, International), Singapore
Brand	Samsung	Samsung
Release date	8/1/2014	7/8/2010
Depth	8.5 millimeters (0.33 inches)	14.9 millimeters (0.59 inches)
Size (width x height)	69.8 x 138.2 millimeters (2.75 x 5.44 in)	59.8 x 123 millimeters (2.35 x 4.84 in)
Weight	136 grams (4.76 ounces)	156 grams (5.46 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Display type	Super AMOLED	Super AMOLED
Screen size	4.8" inches	3.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~65.8% (screen-to-body ratio)	~53% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	720x1280 pixels	480x800 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	306 PPI	252 PPI
Colors	16 million	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 Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
System version	Tizen 2.2.1	Android 2.1 Eclair
Firmware update	Tizen 2.3	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	TouchWiz UI
⚙️ Processor
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974AA (28nm)	32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3440 (65nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.3GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 720MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 330	PowerVR SGX530 MP1
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
RAM memory	2GB LPDDR3	384MB LPDDR
Internal storage	16GB (12GB available)	16GB (13GB available) eMMC
External storage	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	150/50 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	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	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	UMTS 900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat4 800/850/900/1800/2100/2600 (Bands 1,3,5,7,8,20)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
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 Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Back camera (main camera)	8 megapixels	8 megapixels
Main camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps	HD (1280x720) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	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	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Front camera (secondary)	2.1 megapixels	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	1920x1080 pixels	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	VGA (640x480)
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 Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Stereo sound
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	1 microphone
Radio	FM	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, H.264, H.263, DivX, XviD, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Micro-B USB MHL	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	3.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor Gyroscope Hall effect Heart rate Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	2600 mAh	1800 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	7.4 hours
Standby	feature not registered	530 hours (22.1 days)
➕ Other features
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (Swype), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Brown • WiFi hotspot Java framework	• Colors: Black • Built-in WVGA DLP Pico projector DNSe 2.0 • Samsung Kies Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Samsung Z (SM-Z910F)	Galaxy Beam (GT-i8520)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.96W/kg (head), 1.33W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.734W/kg (head), 0.304W/kg (body)	0.62W/kg (head)