Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
#8132
ZTE Speed
#7179Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
ZTE Speed
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 and ZTE Speed both feature a 4.5-inch display with a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, but the Galaxy Core uses PLS technology while the Speed employs TFT.
- In terms of performance, the Galaxy Core has a dual-core 1.2 GHz CPU, whereas the Speed is equipped with a more efficient quad-core 1.2 GHz Snapdragon 410.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Speed offers a 2 MP front camera compared to the Galaxy Core's lack of a selfie camera.
- The Galaxy Core has a slightly larger 2100 mAh battery compared to the Speed's 2000 mAh.
- Software-wise, the Galaxy Core runs on Android 4.2.2, while the Speed operates on Android 4.4.2, providing a more updated experience.
- Build quality is similar, with the Galaxy Core being slightly lighter and thinner than the ZTE Speed.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
ZTE Speed
General
Release Date
2014
2014
Announced
2014
2014
Description
Also known as:Samsung G386FSamsung Galaxy Core 4G
For Boost Mobile
Display
Size
4.5"
4.5"
Type
PLS
TFT
Resolution
540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
540 x 960 pixels (TBC), 16:9 ratio (~245 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 MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPU
Dual-core 1.2 GHz
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
N/A
Adreno 306
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
2 MP
Front Camera Details
VGA
2 MP
Video Recording
720p@30fps
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2100 mAh
2000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
Li-Po 2000 mAh, non-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)
134.6 x 66 x 10.2 mm (5.30 x 2.60 x 0.40 in)
Weight
137 g
136.1 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Black
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA, LTE
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