Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
#8132
ZTE Imperial II
#7173Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
ZTE Imperial II
Performance
51.354.3
Camera
42.042.0
Display
67.067.0
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
52.953.8
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy Core LTE features a 4.5-inch PLS display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, while the ZTE Imperial II has a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution but lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Galaxy Core LTE is powered by a dual-core 1.2 GHz processor, whereas the Imperial II utilizes a more capable quad-core Snapdragon 400 chipset.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Imperial II offers a 1 MP front camera compared to the Galaxy's lack of a selfie camera.
- The Galaxy Core LTE has a 2100 mAh battery, while the Imperial II has a slightly larger 2300 mAh battery.
- Software-wise, the Galaxy runs on Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), whereas the Imperial II operates on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), providing a more updated experience.
- Build quality is similar, with the Galaxy being slightly smaller and lighter than the Imperial II.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
ZTE Imperial II
General
Release Date
2014
2015
Announced
2014
2015
Description
Also known as:Samsung G386FSamsung Galaxy Core 4G
For U.S. Cellular
Display
Size
4.5"
5"
Type
PLS
TFT
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~220 ppi density)
PPI
540
540
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM8926 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
N/A
Adreno 305
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP
Main Camera Details
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Front Camera
N/A
1 MP
Front Camera Details
VGA
1 MP
Video Recording
720p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2100 mAh
2300 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 2300 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
132.9 x 66.3 x 9.8 mm (5.23 x 2.61 x 0.39 in)
142.2 x 71.1 x 10.2 mm (5.60 x 2.80 x 0.40 in)
Weight
137 g
143.7 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Black
White
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
OS Version
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes