Motorola ATRIX 4G
#8100
Samsung Galaxy Express 2
#6565Category Breakdown
Motorola ATRIX 4G
Samsung Galaxy Express 2
Performance
40.949.4
Camera
18.739.6
Display
17.717.7
Battery
18.120.0
Build
14.617.2
Connectivity
30.253.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
16.323.2
Summary
- The Motorola ATRIX 4G features a 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, while the Samsung Galaxy Express 2 has a larger 4.5-inch TFT display with the same resolution but a lower pixel density of ~245 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the ATRIX is powered by a dual-core 1.0 GHz Nvidia Tegra 2, whereas the Express 2 utilizes a more advanced dual-core 1.7 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon S4, offering better processing capabilities.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Express 2 benefits from improved software support for video recording.
- The ATRIX has a 1930 mAh battery, while the Express 2 offers a slightly larger 2100 mAh battery, potentially providing better longevity.
- Software-wise, the ATRIX runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) and is not upgradable, whereas the Express 2 operates on Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), offering a more modern user experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Motorola ATRIX 4G
Samsung Galaxy Express 2
General
Release Date
2011
2013
Announced
2011
2013
Description
For AT&TAlso known as Motorola ATRIX 4G MB860
Also known as Samsung Galaxy Express 2 G3815, Samsung Galaxy Express II
Display
Size
4"
4.5"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~275 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI
540
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Nvidia Tegra 2 AP20H
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4
CPU
Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
Dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait
GPU
ULP GeForce
Adreno 305
Memory
16GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps, 1080p (via SW update)
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1930 mAh
2100 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Po 1930 mAh battery
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
117.8 x 63.5 x 11 mm (4.64 x 2.5 x 0.43 in)
132.4 x 65.7 x 9.8 mm (5.21 x 2.59 x 0.39 in)
Weight
135 g
134.2 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Blue, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.45 W/kg (head) 0.63 W/kg (body)
0.38 W/kg (head) 0.70 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP, EDR
4.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), not upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass