Samsung Propel Pro
#8152
Sony Ericsson W8
#9221Category Breakdown
Samsung Propel Pro
Sony Ericsson W8
Performance
31.738.7
Camera
39.612.7
Display
22.116.0
Battery
10.312.3
Build
17.50.2
Connectivity
18.623.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
16.112.9
Summary
- The Samsung Propel Pro features a smaller 2.55-inch display with a resolution of 320 x 320 pixels, while the Sony Ericsson W8 has a larger 3.0-inch screen with a higher resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, offering better clarity.
- In terms of performance, the W8 is powered by a 600 MHz Snapdragon processor, compared to the Propel Pro's 528 MHz CPU, which may result in smoother operation on the W8.
- Both phones have similar camera specifications, with the Propel Pro at 3 MP and the W8 slightly ahead at 3.15 MP, but neither offers advanced features like OIS.
- The W8 also has a larger 1200 mAh battery compared to the Propel Pro's 1000 mAh, potentially providing longer usage time.
- The Propel Pro runs on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1, while the W8 operates on Android 2.1, offering a more modern software experience.
- Build quality is comparable, but the W8 is lighter at 104g versus the Propel Pro's 137g.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung Propel Pro
Sony Ericsson W8
General
Release Date
2009
2011
Announced
2009
2011
Description
For AT&T
N/A
Display
Size
2.55"
3"
Type
TFT, 65K colors
TFT
Resolution
320 x 320 pixels, 1:1 ratio (~177 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~192 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Scratch-resistant glass
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
CPU
528 MHz
600 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
Adreno 200
Memory
128MB RAM, 256MB ROM
128MB 168MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3 MP, AF
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
480p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1000 mAh
1200 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
Removable Li-Po 1200 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
99 x 60 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.36 x 0.59 in)
99 x 54 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)
Weight
137 g
104 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Grey
Azure, Orange, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.40 W/kg (head) 0.59 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 3.6/0.384 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
Proprietary
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Standard
Android 2.1 (Eclair)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
Accelerometer, proximity, compass