Huawei U8230
#8741
Samsung DoubleTime I857
#7304Category Breakdown
Huawei U8230
Samsung DoubleTime I857
Performance
43.360.2
Camera
2.510.6
Display
33.233.2
Battery
15.212.3
Build
0.217.2
Connectivity
20.521.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
14.319.5
Summary
- The Huawei U8230 features a slightly larger 3.5-inch TFT display compared to the Samsung DoubleTime I857's 3.2-inch screen, both with the same resolution but differing pixel density, giving the DoubleTime a sharper image.
- In terms of performance, the DoubleTime is equipped with an 800 MHz CPU versus the U8230's 528 MHz, providing better processing power.
- Both phones have a 3.15 MP rear camera without optical image stabilization, but the DoubleTime supports video recording at 320p, while the U8230 does not specify video capabilities.
- The U8230 has a 1500 mAh battery, slightly larger than the DoubleTime's 1200 mAh, which may offer longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the U8230 runs on Android 2.1, while the DoubleTime operates on a more updated Android 2.2, potentially providing a better user experience.
- Build quality shows the U8230 is lighter, while the DoubleTime is slightly thicker and heavier.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Huawei U8230
Samsung DoubleTime I857
General
Release Date
2009
2011
Announced
2009
2011
Description
N/A
For AT&T
Display
Size
3.5"
3.2"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~180 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7200A
Qualcomm MSM7230
CPU
528 MHz ARM 11
800 MHz Scorpion
GPU
Adreno 130
Adreno 205
Memory
256MB RAM
260MB 256MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP, AF
3.15 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
VGA
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
N/A
320p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1500 mAh
1200 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
117 x 63 x 14 mm (4.61 x 2.48 x 0.55 in)
113 x 62 x 15 mm (4.45 x 2.44 x 0.59 in)
Weight
N/A
148 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Black
Black/white
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.54 W/kg (head) 0.97 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
No
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP (headset support only)
3.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.1 (Eclair)
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer, proximity, compass