Motorola DROID RAZR MAXX HD vs Apple iPhone 5 vs Samsung Galaxy S III Verizon
Motorola DROID RAZR MAXX HD
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: Verizon - Available (since 18 Oct 2012)
Apple iPhone 5
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: Verizon - Available (since 21 Sep 2012) AT&T - Available (since 21 Sep 2012) Sprint - Available (since 21 Sep 2012) T-Mobile - Available (since 12 Apr 2013) Cricket - Available (since 28 Sep 2012) Alltel - Available (since 15 Mar 2013)
Samsung Galaxy S III Verizon
Also known as Samsung SCH-I535, Samsung Galaxy S III U.S. Cellular
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: Verizon - Available (since 12 Jul 2012) U.S. Cellular - Available as Samsung Galaxy S III U.S. Cellular (since 12 Jul 2012)
| Design | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Device type | Smart phone | Smart phone | Smart phone |
| OS | Android (4.1, 4.0.4) | iOS (6.1, 6) | Android (4.1.2, 4.1, 4.0.4) TouchWiz UX UI |
| Form factor | Candybar | Candybar | Candybar |
| Dimensions | 5.19 x 2.67 x 0.37 inches (131.9 x 67.9 x 9.3 mm) | 4.87 x 2.31 x 0.30 inches (123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm) | 5.39 x 2.80 x 0.34 inches (137 x 71 x 8.6 mm ) |
| Weight | 5.54 oz (157 g) the average is 4.4 oz (125 g) | 3.95 oz (112 g) the average is 4.4 oz (125 g) | 4.70 oz (133 g) the average is 4.4 oz (125 g) |
| Side Keys | Right: Volume control, Lock/Unlock key | Left: Volume control, Other | Left: Volume control; Right: Lock/Unlock key |
| Rugged | Water proof (Splash) | ||
| Colors | Black, White | Black, White | Black, Brown, Blue, White |
| Display | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical size | 4.7 inches | 4.0 inches | 4.8 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels | 640 x 1136 pixels | 720 x 1280 pixels |
Pixel density
Pixel density - The pixel density of a display represents the number of pixels over an area of one inch. It’s measured in “pixels per inch”, or ppi. The higher the number, the more detailed and good-looking the display is. | 312 ppi | 326 ppi | 306 ppi |
Technology
Technology - There are two main screen technologies currently used in phones and tablets: LCD and AMOLED. The former usually features a light source and liquid crystals, while the latter is based on organic light-emitting diodes. Newer LCD variations like IPS-LCD and Super-LCD allow for very accurate color reproduction and very wide viewing angles, where no significant image quality loss is observed. Current AMOLED screens differ in such a way that they can exhibit much more saturated colors (sometimes too much) and incredibly high contrast levels, which is due to black color being completely black in AMOLED displays. | Super AMOLED | IPS LCD | Super AMOLED |
| Colors | 16 777 216 | 16 777 216 | 16 777 216 |
| Touchscreen | Capacitive, Multi-touch | Capacitive, Multi-touch | Capacitive, Multi-touch |
| Features | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Scratch-resistant glass | Light sensor, Proximity sensor | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Scratch-resistant glass |
| Battery | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Talk time | 21.00 hours the average is 10 h (623 min) | 15.00 hours the average is 10 h (623 min) | |
| Stand-by time | 15.5 days (372 hours) the average is 18 days (434 h) | 9.4 days (225 hours) the average is 18 days (434 h) | 8.3 days (200 hours) the average is 18 days (434 h) |
| Talk time (3G) | 8.00 hours the average is 9 h (543 min) | ||
| Music playback | 40.00 hours | ||
| Video playback | 13.00 hours | 10.00 hours | |
| Capacity | 3300 mAh | 1440 mAh | 2100 mAh |
| Type | Li - Ion | Li - Polymer | Li - Ion |
| Not user replaceable | Yes | Yes |
| Hardware | |||
|---|---|---|---|
System chip
System chip - Most modern handsets use an advanced chip that includes many of the device’s hardware modules like the processor, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and sometimes even the wireless radio. This field shows what particular system chip (or System-on-a-Chip) is used in the phone. | Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960 | Apple A6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960 |
Processor
Processor - The processor is the main computing component of a phone and is a major factor when it comes to the overall speed of the device. Some more powerful smartphones use dual-core and quad-core processors designed to deliver greater performance. | Dual core, 1500 MHz, Krait | Dual core, 1300 MHz, Apple Swift | Dual core, 1500 MHz, Krait |
| Graphics processor | Adreno 225 | PowerVR SGX543MP3 | Adreno 225 |
System memory
System memory - System memory, or RAM memory is the type of memory that the device uses to temporarily store data from the OS or currently-running apps. The more RAM available to the device, the better the performance will be when multiple or heavier programs are running. | 1024 MB RAM (Dual-channel, 500 MHz) / LPDDR2 / 32768 MB ROM | 1016 MB RAM (Dual-channel, 1066 MHz) / LPDDR2 | 2048 MB RAM (Dual-channel, 500 MHz) / DDR2 |
| Built-in storage | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
| Maximum User Storage | 26 GB | ||
| Storage expansion | microSD, microSDHC up to 32 GB | microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC up to 64 GB |
| Camera | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Camera | 8 megapixels | 8 megapixels | 8 megapixels |
| Flash | LED | LED | LED |
| Aperture size
Aperture size - The aperture of a camera is the opening through which light travels before it reaches the camera sensor. The smaller the number is, the bigger this opening is, allowing for more light to pass. | F2.4 | F2.4 | F2.6 |
| Features | Auto focus | Back-illuminated sensor (BSI), Auto focus, Touch to focus, Digital image stabilization, Face detection, Geo tagging, High Dynamic Range mode (HDR), Panorama | Back-illuminated sensor (BSI), CMOS image sensor, Auto focus, Face detection, Exposure compensation, ISO control, White balance presets, Burst mode, Geo tagging, High Dynamic Range mode (HDR), Panorama, Scenes, Effects, Self-timer |
| Camcorder | 1920x1080 (1080p HD) | 1920x1080 (1080p HD) (30 fps) | 1920x1080 (1080p HD) (30 fps) |
| Recording format | MPEG4, H.264 | ||
| Features | Video calling | Digital image stabilization, Video calling | Digital image stabilization, Video calling |
| Front-facing camera | 1.3 megapixels | 1.2 megapixels | 1.9 megapixels |
| Video capture | 1280x720 (720p HD) (30 fps) |
| Multimedia | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Music player | |||
| Filter by | Album, Artist, Playlists | Album, Artist, Genre, Playlists | Album, Artist, Playlists |
| Features | Album art cover, Background playback | Album art cover, Background playback | Album art cover, Background playback |
| Supported formats | MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, FLAC, WMA, WAV, AMR, OGG, MIDI | MP3, AAC, eAAC, WAV, M4A (Apple lossless) | MP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+, FLAC, WMA, AMR, OGG |
| Video playback | |||
| Supported formats | MPEG4, H.263, H.264 | MPEG4, H.264, Motion JPG, MOV | MPEG4, H.263, H.264, DivX, WMV |
| Speakers | Earpiece, Loudspeaker | Earpiece, Loudspeaker | Earpiece, Loudspeaker |
| Streaming | Audio, Video | Audio, Video | Audio, Video |
| YouTube player | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Internet browsing | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Browser | Chrome, supports: supports: HTML, HTML5 | supports: supports: HTML, HTML5 | supports: supports: HTML, HTML5, Flash |
| Built-in online services support | YouTube (upload), Picasa | YouTube (upload) | Facebook, YouTube (upload), Picasa, Twitter |
| Technology | |||
|---|---|---|---|
CDMA
CDMA - Code Division Multiple Access. A technique of multiplexing, also called spread spectrum, in which analog signals are converted into digital form for transmission. For each communication channel, the signals are encoded in a sequence known to the transmitter and the receiver for that channel. The foremost application is digital cellular phone technology from QUALCOMM that operates in the 800MHz band and 1.9GHz PCS band. CDMA phones are noted for their excellent call quality and long battery life. | 800, 1900 MHz | 800, 1700/2100, 1900 MHz | 800, 1900 MHz |
| GSM | 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz | 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz | |
| UMTS | 850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz | 850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz | |
| LTE | 700 MHz Class 13 | 700 MHz Class 13, 850 MHz, 1800 MHz, 1900 MHz, 2100 MHz | 700 MHz Class 13 |
| Data | LTE, HSDPA+ (4G) 21.1 Mbit/s, HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s, UMTS, EDGE, GPRS, EV-DO Rev.A | LTE Cat3 Downlink 100 Mbit/s, HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s, UMTS, EDGE, GPRS, EV-DO Rev.A, EV-DO Rev.B | LTE, EV-DO Rev.A |
| Micro SIM | Yes | ||
| nano-SIM | Yes | ||
| Global Roaming | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Positioning
Positioning - This field shows the positioning systems supported by the device. There are three main types: GPS, A-GPS and GLONASS. GPS - This is one of the most widespread global positioning technologies, developed and maintained by the U.S. government. It uses satellites in order to detect your location. Works best in clear weather. A-GPS - A-GPS stands for Assisted GPS and is the industry standard for positioning and navigation. “Assisted” means that it can use local wireless networks, in addition to satellites, for quicker and more precise localization. GLONASS - GLONASS is a global positioning system, developed by the Russian Federation. It’s very similar to GPS, but isn’t so popular in cell phones. | GPS, A-GPS, S-GPS, Glonass | A-GPS, Glonass, Cell ID, Wi-Fi positioning | GPS, Glonass |
| Navigation | Turn-by-turn navigation | Turn-by-turn navigation | Turn-by-turn navigation, Voice navigation, Points of interest (POI) |
| Phone features | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Phonebook | Unlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring ID | Unlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring ID | Unlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring ID |
| Organizer | Calendar, Alarm, Document viewer (Office 2007, Office 2003, PDF), Calculator | Calendar, Alarm, Document viewer (Office 2007, Office 2003, PDF), Calculator | Calendar, Alarm, Document viewer (Office 2007, Office 2003, PDF), Calculator |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Threaded view, Predictive text input | SMS, MMS, Threaded view, Predictive text input | SMS, MMS, Threaded view, Predictive text input |
| IMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange | IMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange | IMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange | |
| Instant Messaging | Google Talk | Yes | Google Talk |
| OTA Software updates | Yes | Yes | |
| Games | Yes |
| Connectivity | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.0, EDR | 4.0 | 4.0 |
| Profiles | Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), Handsfree (HFP), Headset (HSP), Human Interface Device (HID), Message Access Profile (MAP), Object Push (OPP), Phone Book Access (PBAP) | Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), Attribute Protocol, Audio/Video Control Transport Protocol (AVCTP), Audio/Video Distribution Transport Protocol (AVDTP), Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Bluetooth Network Encapsulation Protocol (BNEP), Generic Access (GAP), Generic Audio/Video Distribution (GAVDP), Handsfree (HFP), Headset (HSP), Human Interface Device (HID), Message Access Profile (MAP), Object Push (OPP), Personal Area Networking Profile (PAN), Phone Book Access (PBAP), Security Manager Protocol, Serial Port (SPP), Service Discovery Protocol (SDP) | |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a, b, g, n, n 5GHz | 802.11 a, b, g, n, n 5GHz | 802.11 a, b, g, n, n 5GHz |
| Mobile hotspot | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 | Yes | USB 2.0 |
| Connector | microUSB | Proprietary | microUSB |
| Features | Mass storage device, USB charging | USB charging | USB Host, USB charging |
| Headphones connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| HDMI | Yes | via microUSB | |
| Charging connector | microUSB | Proprietary | microUSB |
| Other | NFC, DLNA, Tethering, Computer sync, OTA sync | Tethering, Computer sync, OTA sync | NFC, DLNA, MHL, Tethering, Computer sync, OTA sync |
| Other features | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Notifications | Haptic feedback, Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, Speakerphone | Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, Speakerphone | Service lights (Multiple color), Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, Speakerphone |
| Additional microphone/s | for Noise cancellation, Video recording | Yes | |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Barometer | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass, Barometer |
| Hearing aid compatibility | M4, T4 | M4, T4 | M4 |
| Other | Voice dialing, Voice commands, Voice recording, TTY/TDD | Voice dialing, Voice commands, Voice recording | Voice dialing, Voice commands, Voice recording, TTY/TDD |
| Regulatory Approval | |||
|---|---|---|---|
FCC approval
FCC approval - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent United States government agency, directly responsible to Congress. The FCC was established by the Communications Act of 1934 and is charged with regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable. The FCC's jurisdiction covers the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. possessions. Every wireless phone device that that is sold in the U.S. has to be tested and approved for sale by the FCC. | |||
| Date approved
Date approved - Shows the date when the particular phone is approved by the Federal Communications Commission | 12 Sep 2012 | 01 Jun 2012 | |
| FCC ID value: BCG-E2599A link | FCC ID value: A3LSCHI535 link | ||
FCC measured SAR
FCC measured SAR - The exposure standard for mobile devices employs a unit of measurement known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. The SAR limit stated in the international guidelines is 2.0 W/ kg*. Tests for SAR are conducted using standard operating positions with the device transmitting at its highest certified power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR of the device while operating can be well below the maximum value. | |||
| Head | 1.56 W/kg | 1.18 W/kg | 0.35 W/kg |
| Body | 0.46 W/kg | 1.18 W/kg | 0.93 W/kg |
| Product Specific Use | 1.18 W/kg | 0.93 W/kg | |
| Simultaneous Transmission | 1.57 W/kg | 1.29 W/kg |
| Availability | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Officially announced | 05 Sep 2012 | 12 Sep 2012 | 04 Jun 2012 |
| Shopping information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Accessories | Apple EarPods with Remote and Mic, Lightning to USB Cable, USB Power Adapter, Documentation |
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