Dell Streak
#8887
Philips W8578
#6883Category Breakdown
Dell Streak
Philips W8578
Performance
42.438.2
Camera
13.839.6
Display
16.934.1
Battery
15.918.9
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
26.823.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
13.921.6
Summary
- The Dell Streak features a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Philips W8578 has a smaller 3.5-inch TFT display with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of approximately 267 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Streak is powered by a 1.0 GHz Snapdragon S1 chipset with 16GB storage and 512MB RAM, whereas the W8578 has 512MB storage and 256MB RAM, lacking specific chipset details.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera without OIS, but the Streak supports video recording at 720p via software update, while the W8578's video capabilities are unspecified.
- The Streak's battery capacity is 1530 mAh compared to the W8578's 2000 mAh, indicating potentially longer usage time for the latter.
- Software-wise, the Streak runs on Android 2.2 (Froyo), while the W8578 operates on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean), offering a more updated software experience.
- Build quality is comparable, with the Streak being slightly heavier at 220g versus the W8578's 217g, and differing dimensions reflecting their design philosophies.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Dell Streak
Philips W8578
General
Release Date
2010
2014
Announced
2010
2014
Description
For O2 UK and AT&TAlso known as Dell Mini 5Tablet with support for GSM voice communication, SMS, and MMS
N/A
Display
Size
5"
3.5"
Type
TFT
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~187 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm QSD8250 Snapdragon S1
N/A
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
N/A
GPU
Adreno 200
N/A
Memory
16GB 512MB RAM
512MB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, f/2.8, AF
5 MP
Main Camera Features
Dual-LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@20fps; 720p (via SW update)
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1530 mAh
2000 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1530 mAh battery
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
152.9 x 79.1 x 10 mm (6.02 x 3.11 x 0.39 in)
116 x 60 x 21 mm (4.57 x 2.36 x 0.83 in)
Weight
220 g
217 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, Red, white
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot (charges may apply)
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP
2.1, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android OS 1.6 (Donut), upgradable to 2.2 (Froyo)
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer