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Samsung Galaxy Folder

Samsung Galaxy Folder

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Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940

Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940

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Category Breakdown

Samsung Galaxy Folder
Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940
Performance
34.132.0
Camera
19.114.1
Display
16.980.5
Battery
17.416.2
Build
0.217.3
Connectivity
41.534.3
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
16.425.3

Summary

  • The Samsung Galaxy Folder features a compact build with a 3.8-inch TFT display, offering a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels at approximately 246 ppi, while the Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940 has a larger 4.3-inch Super AMOLED Plus display with the same resolution but lower pixel density at around 217 ppi.
  • In terms of performance, the Folder is equipped with a quad-core 1.2 GHz CPU and 1.5GB RAM, providing better multitasking capabilities compared to the Lightray's 1.0 GHz CPU and 1.4GB RAM.
  • Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Folder supports 1080p video recording, whereas the Lightray is limited to 720p.
  • The Folder's battery capacity is 1800 mAh, slightly higher than the Lightray's 1600 mAh, which may offer marginally better longevity.
  • Software-wise, the Folder runs on Android 5.1 (Lollipop), providing a more updated experience compared to the Lightray's Android 2.3 (Gingerbread).
  • Overall, the Folder presents a more modern build and software experience, while the Lightray offers a larger display but with older specifications.

Side-by-side Specification Comparison

Samsung Galaxy Folder
Samsung Galaxy S Lightray 4G R940

General

Release Date

2015
2012

Announced

2015
2012

Description

Also known as Samsung G150N0
For MetroPCSAlso known as Samsung SCH-R940

Display

Size

3.8"
4.3"

Type

TFT
Super AMOLED Plus

Resolution

480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~217 ppi density)

PPI

480
480

Refresh Rate

60Hz
60Hz

HDR Support

Protection

N/A
N/A

Performance

Chipset

N/A
Exynos 3210

CPU

Quad-core 1.2 GHz
1.0 GHz

GPU

N/A
N/A

Memory

8GB 1.5GB RAM
1.4GB

Expandable Storage

Card Slot

microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 16 GB included

Camera

Main Camera

8 MP, AF
8 MP, AF

Main Camera Features

N/A
LED flash

Front Camera

2 MP
1.3 MP

Front Camera Features

N/A
N/A

Video Recording

1080p@30fps
720p

Selfie Video

N/A
N/A

Optical Stabilization

Night Mode

Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity

1800 mAh
1600 mAh

Battery Details

Li-Ion 1800 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery

Charging Details

N/A
N/A

Fast Charging

Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions

122 x 60.2 x 15.3 mm (4.80 x 2.37 x 0.60 in)
130 x 68 x 11.7 mm (5.12 x 2.68 x 0.46 in)

Weight

155 g
142 g

Materials

N/A
N/A

Colors

Black, White
Black

Foldable

SAR

N/A
0.72 W/kg (head)     0.45 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIM

Micro-SIM
Mini-SIM

Network

GSM / HSPA / LTE
CDMA / EVDO / LTE

Network Speed

HSPA, LTE
EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps, LTE

5G

4G

WiFi

Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n

Bluetooth

4.1, A2DP
3.0, A2DP

NFC

USB

microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0

IR Blaster

Headphone Jack

Radio

Positioning

GPS, GLONASS
GPS, A-GPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers

Loudspeaker

Yes
Yes

Audio Jack

Yes
Yes

Software & Security

Operating System

Android 5.1 (Lollipop)
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)

Fingerprint

Face Unlock

Sensors

Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass