Samsung Galaxy Core Prime
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Samsung Z2
#5576Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Core Prime
Samsung Z2
Performance
47.839.6
Camera
15.415.4
Display
16.934.1
Battery
18.915.2
Build
83.885.3
Connectivity
52.244.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
25.027.2
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy Core Prime features a slightly larger 4.5-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the Samsung Z2 has a 4.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution but a higher pixel density of ~233 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Core Prime is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset with a 1.2 GHz CPU, compared to the Z2's Spreadtrum SC9830 and 1.5 GHz CPU, which may offer better efficiency.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Z2 has a slightly better f/2.2 aperture compared to the Core Prime's f/2.6.
- The Core Prime has a larger 2000 mAh battery, while the Z2 has a 1500 mAh battery, which may affect overall longevity.
- The Core Prime runs on Android 4.4.4 (upgradable to Lollipop), whereas the Z2 operates on Tizen 2.4, offering different software experiences.
- Both phones have similar build quality with plastic frames and glass fronts, but the Core Prime is slightly heavier and thicker.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Core Prime
Samsung Z2
General
Release Date
2014
2016
Announced
2014
2016
Description
Available as Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Value Edition G361 with Android v5.1Also known as Samsung Galaxy Win 2 Duos TV G360BT for Brazil; Samsung Galaxy Core Prime Duos with dual-SIM card slots
N/A
Display
Size
4.5"
4"
Type
TFT
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~207 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
Spreadtrum SC9830
CPU
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Adreno 306
Mali-400MP2
Memory
8GB 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, f/2.6, AF
5 MP, f/2.2
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
2 MP
VGA, f/2.4
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
720p@30fps
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2000 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2000 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 1500 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
130.8 x 67.9 x 8.8 mm (5.15 x 2.67 x 0.35 in)
121.5 x 63 x 10.8 mm (4.78 x 2.48 x 0.43 in)
Weight
130 g
127 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Colors
Black, White, Gray
Gold, Black, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.70 W/kg (head) 1.07 W/kg (body)
0.81 W/kg (head)
Connectivity
SIM
Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Tizen 2.4
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer