Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
#7226
Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY
#6081Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY
Performance
39.862.2
Camera
12.714.1
Display
16.941.4
Battery
17.415.2
Build
67.90.2
Connectivity
28.032.1
Audio
8.987.6
Overall
19.925.3
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 features a larger 4.3-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY has a slightly smaller 4.0-inch LED-backlit LCD with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, offering a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Galaxy Core is equipped with a dual-core 1.2 GHz processor and 1GB of RAM, compared to the Xperia PLAY's single-core 1.0 GHz CPU and 512MB of RAM, resulting in better multitasking capabilities for the former.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Xperia PLAY can record video at 720p, whereas the Galaxy Core is limited to 480p.
- The Galaxy Core has a slightly larger 1800mAh battery compared to the 1500mAh battery of the Xperia PLAY.
- Software-wise, the Galaxy Core runs on Android 4.1.2, providing a more updated experience than the Xperia PLAY's Android 2.3.4.
- In terms of build quality, the Galaxy Core is lighter and features a glass front with a plastic back, while the Xperia PLAY is heavier and has a bulkier design due to its gaming controls.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
Sony Ericsson Xperia PLAY
General
Release Date
2013
2011
Announced
2013
2011
Description
Available as Samsung Galaxy Core I8262 Duos with dual-SIM card slots
Available on AT&T as Sony Ericsson Xperia Play 4GAlso known as R800a, R800at, R88i
Display
Size
4.3"
4"
Type
TFT
LED-backlit LCD,
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5
1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPU
Adreno 203
Adreno 205
Memory
8GB (4.5GB user available), 1GB RAM
400MB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, f/2.6, AF
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
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1800 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
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)
119 x 62 x 16 mm (4.69 x 2.44 x 0.63 in)
Weight
124 g
175 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
N/A
Colors
Metallic Blue, Chic White
Black, White, Stealth Blue (for Play 4G), Orange
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity, compass