Category Breakdown
Samsung Galaxy Folder2
Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden
Performance
53.553.3
Camera
19.135.2
Display
16.978.3
Battery
18.117.7
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
46.745.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
21.031.3
Summary
- The Samsung Galaxy Folder2 features a slightly larger 3.8-inch TFT display compared to the 3.7-inch Super AMOLED display of the Galaxy Golden, offering a similar resolution but with a marginally lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the Folder2 is equipped with a quad-core Snapdragon 425, while the Galaxy Golden has a dual-core Snapdragon 400, resulting in better multitasking capabilities for the Folder2.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera, but the Folder2 has a higher resolution selfie camera at 5 MP, compared to the 1.9 MP on the Golden.
- The Folder2's battery capacity is 1950 mAh, slightly higher than the Golden's 1820 mAh, which may provide marginally better longevity.
- The Folder2 runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, while the Golden operates on an older Android 4.2 Jelly Bean, offering a more updated software experience on the Folder2.
- Overall, the Folder2 presents enhancements in display size, performance, camera capabilities, battery capacity, and software version.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Galaxy Folder2
Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden
General
Release Date
2017
2013
Announced
2017
2013
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
3.8"
3.7"
Type
TFT
Super AMOLED
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~246 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~252 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8917 Snapdragon 425 (28 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8930AB Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53
Dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait 300
GPU
Adreno 308
Adreno 305
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
16GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, f/1.9, AF
8 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
5 MP, f/1.9
1.9 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1950 mAh
1820 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1950 mAh, removable
Li-Ion 1820 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
122 x 60.2 x 16.1 mm (4.80 x 2.37 x 0.63 in)
118 x 59.5 x 15.8 mm (4.65 x 2.34 x 0.62 in)
Weight
165 g
179 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Wine Red, Black, Gold
Black and Gold
Foldable
✓
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot, DLNA
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.0, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0 (MHL)
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 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

