Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
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Samsung Galaxy Grand I9082
#6390Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
Samsung Galaxy Grand I9082
Performance
39.832.0
Camera
12.735.2
Display
16.916.9
Battery
17.420.0
Build
67.984.4
Connectivity
28.036.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.923.9
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 features a 4.3-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Galaxy Grand I9082 offers a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution but lower pixel density at ~187 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Core is powered by a dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5 CPU, whereas the Grand utilizes a dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9, which may provide slightly better efficiency.
- The Grand also has a superior camera setup, offering an 8 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording compared to the Core's 5 MP rear camera with 480p video.
- Battery capacity is higher in the Grand at 2100 mAh versus the Core's 1800 mAh.
- Both devices run Android 4.1.2, but the Grand can be upgraded to 4.2.2, providing a potentially better software experience.
- Build quality is similar, with both featuring glass fronts and plastic backs, but the Grand is larger and heavier.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
Samsung Galaxy Grand I9082
General
Release Date
2013
2013
Announced
2013
2012
Description
Available as Samsung Galaxy Core I8262 Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Also known as Samsung Galaxy Grand Z I9082Z for India
Display
Size
4.3"
5"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~187 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play
N/A
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU
Adreno 203
Broadcom VideoCore IV
Memory
8GB (4.5GB user available), 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, f/2.6, AF
8 MP, f/2.7 AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
2 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
480p@30fps
1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1800 mAh
2100 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
129.3 x 67.6 x 9 mm (5.09 x 2.66 x 0.35 in)
143.5 x 76.9 x 9.6 mm (5.65 x 3.03 x 0.38 in)
Weight
124 g
162 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Metallic Blue, Chic White
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.37 W/kg (head) 1.11 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot, DLNA
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
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 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), TouchWiz UI
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass