Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
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Samsung Galaxy Grand I9082
#7573Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
Samsung Galaxy Grand I9082
Performance
51.351.3
Camera
42.042.1
Display
64.364.3
Battery
43.543.5
Build
79.879.8
Overall
53.253.3
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
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
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
8 MP
Main Camera Details
5 MP, f/2.6, AF
8 MP, f/2.7 AF
Front Camera
N/A
2 MP
Front Camera Details
VGA
2 MP
Video Recording
480p@30fps
1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW 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 & Design
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
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Metallic Blue, Chic White
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
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
Software
Operating System
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), TouchWiz UI
OS Version
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), TouchWiz UI
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes