Motorola DROID 2
#9269
Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
#7226Category Breakdown
Motorola DROID 2
Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
Performance
29.939.8
Camera
12.712.7
Display
16.916.9
Battery
14.017.4
Build
14.267.9
Connectivity
26.928.0
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
12.819.9
Summary
- The Motorola DROID 2 features a smaller 3.7-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, while the Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 has a larger 4.3-inch TFT display at 480 x 800 pixels, offering a slightly lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the DROID 2 is powered by a 1.0 GHz CPU, whereas the Galaxy Core utilizes a dual-core 1.2 GHz processor, providing better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Galaxy Core has a wider aperture of f/2.6, potentially improving low-light performance.
- The DROID 2's battery capacity is 1400 mAh, compared to the Galaxy Core's 1800 mAh, suggesting longer usage time for the latter.
- The DROID 2 runs on Android 2.2 (Froyo), while the Galaxy Core offers a more updated Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), enhancing the software experience with newer features and optimizations.
- Build quality differs as well, with the DROID 2 being heavier at 169g and having a thicker profile compared to the lighter and slimmer Galaxy Core at 124g and 9mm.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Motorola DROID 2
Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
General
Release Date
2010
2013
Announced
2010
2013
Description
For VerizonAlso known as Motorola DROID 2 A955
Available as Samsung Galaxy Core I8262 Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Display
Size
3.7"
4.3"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~265 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play
CPU
1.0 GHz
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5
GPU
N/A
Adreno 203
Memory
8GB
8GB (4.5GB user available), 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, f/2.6, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
N/A
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@30fps
480p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
1800 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Po 1400 mAh battery
Li-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
116.3 x 60.5 x 13.7 mm (4.58 x 2.38 x 0.54 in)
129.3 x 67.6 x 9 mm (5.09 x 2.66 x 0.35 in)
Weight
169 g
124 g
Materials
N/A
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black
Metallic Blue, Chic White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
1.49 W/kg (head) 1.50 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
CDMA / EVDO
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
3.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.2 (Froyo)
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass