Category Breakdown
QMobile Noir A15 3D
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
Performance
34.931.5
Camera
12.715.4
Display
72.943.2
Battery
20.420.0
Build
0.216.6
Connectivity
30.251.1
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
23.921.8
Summary
- The QMobile Noir A15 3D features a larger 5.0-inch 3D display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE has a smaller 4.5-inch PLS display with a higher resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Galaxy Core LTE offers more RAM at 1GB compared to the A15's 512MB, which may enhance multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Galaxy Core LTE supports autofocus and can record video at 720p, whereas the A15 is limited to 480p.
- The A15 has a slightly larger battery capacity at 2200 mAh compared to the Core LTE's 2100 mAh.
- Both smartphones run on Android Jelly Bean, with the Galaxy Core LTE using a slightly newer version.
- The build quality of the Galaxy Core LTE is more compact and lighter, enhancing portability compared to the bulkier A15.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
QMobile Noir A15 3D
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
General
Release Date
2013
2014
Announced
2013
2014
Description
N/A
Also known as:Samsung G386FSamsung Galaxy Core 4G
Display
Size
5"
4.5"
Type
3D
PLS
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~187 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI
480
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6577T (40 nm)
N/A
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9
Dual-core 1.2 GHz
GPU
PowerVR SGX531
N/A
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2200 mAh
2100 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2200 mAh battery
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
147 x 77 x 11.8 mm (5.79 x 3.03 x 0.46 in)
132.9 x 66.3 x 9.8 mm (5.23 x 2.61 x 0.39 in)
Weight
N/A
137 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
White, Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.46 W/kg (head) 0.97 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (dual stand-by)
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

