Samsung Galaxy Discover S730M
#8227
ZTE Score M
#8239Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Discover S730M
ZTE Score M
Performance
57.357.3
Camera
41.941.9
Display
57.057.0
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
52.752.7
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy Discover S730M and ZTE Score M both feature a 3.5-inch TFT display with identical resolution and pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Discover is powered by an 800 MHz Cortex-A5 CPU, while the Score M has a lower 600 MHz CPU, which may affect overall responsiveness.
- Both devices have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but neither offers optical image stabilization or a front-facing camera.
- The Discover has a smaller 1300 mAh battery compared to the Score M's 1500 mAh, potentially offering less longevity.
- Software-wise, the Discover runs on Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), providing a more updated experience than the Score M's Android 2.3 (Gingerbread).
- Build quality is similar, with the Discover being slightly lighter and thinner than the Score M.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Discover S730M
ZTE Score M
General
Release Date
2012
2012
Announced
2012
2012
Description
For TelusAlso known as Samsung Galaxy Discover TracFone SGH-S730G for Net10 and Straight Talk
For MetroPCS
Display
Size
3.5"
3.5"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7225A Snapdragon S1
N/A
CPU
800 MHz Cortex-A5
600 MHz
GPU
Adreno 200
N/A
Memory
4GB (2.7GB user available), 512MB RAM
4GB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.15 MP
Main Camera Details
3.15 MP
3.15 MP
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Details
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1300 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1300 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
112.8 x 61.5 x 11.5 mm (4.44 x 2.42 x 0.45 in)
112 x 61.4 x 13.7 mm (4.41 x 2.42 x 0.54 in)
Weight
122 g
136 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
CDMA / EVDO
Network Speed
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Bluetooth
Yes
2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating System
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
OS Version
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes