Samsung GALAXY Note T-Mobile vs Google Nexus 7
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Samsung GALAXY Note T-Mobile
Also known as Samsung SGH-T879
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: T-Mobile - Available (since 08 Aug 2012)
Google Nexus 7
Also known as Asus Nexus Tablet, Google Nexus Tablet
Market Status: Released
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| Design | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Device type | Smart phone | Tablet | |
| OS | Android (4.0.3) | Android (4.2.2, 4.2.1, 4.2, 4.1.2, 4.1.1, 4.1) | |
| Form factor | Candybar | Candybar | |
| Dimensions | 5.78 x 3.27 x 0.38 inches (147 x 83 x 9.65 mm) | 7.81 x 4.72 x 0.41 inches (198.5 x 120 x 10.45 mm) | |
| Weight | 6.35 oz (180 g) the average is 4.4 oz (125 g) | 11.99 oz (340 g) the average is 4.4 oz (125 g) | |
| Design features | Stylus | ||
| Side Keys | Left: Volume control; Right: Lock/Unlock key | ||
| Colors | Black, Pink, White |
| Display | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical size | 5.3 inches | 7.0 inches | |
| Resolution | 800 x 1280 pixels | 1280 x 800 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. | 285 ppi | 216 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 | |
| Colors | 16 777 216 | 16 777 216 | |
| Touchscreen | Capacitive, Multi-touch | Capacitive, Multi-touch | |
| Features | Light sensor, Proximity sensor | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Scratch-resistant glass |
| Battery | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Talk time | 10.00 hours the average is 10 h (623 min) | ||
| Stand-by time | 10.0 days (240 hours) the average is 18 days (434 h) | 12.5 days (300 hours) the average is 18 days (434 h) | |
| Video playback | 9.00 hours | ||
| Capacity | 2500 mAh | 4325 mAh | |
| Type | Li - Ion | Li - Polymer | |
| Not user replaceable | 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. | NVIDIA Tegra 3 T30L | ||
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, Snapdragon S3 APQ8060 | Quad core, 1200 MHz, ARM Cortex-A9 | |
| Graphics processor | Yes | ULP GeForce @ 416MHz | |
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 | 1024 MB RAM (1333 MHz) / LPDDR3 | |
| Built-in storage | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
| Storage expansion | microSD, microSDHC up to 32 GB |
| Camera | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Camera | 8 megapixels | ||
| Flash | 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. | F2.6 | ||
| Features | Auto focus, Smile detection, Burst mode, Panorama, Scenes | ||
| Camcorder | 1920x1080 (1080p HD) (30 fps) | ||
| Features | Video calling | Video calling | |
| Front-facing camera | 2 megapixels | Yes |
| Multimedia | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Music player | |||
| Filter by | Album, Artist, Playlists | Album, Artist, Playlists | |
| Features | Album art cover, Background playback | Album art cover, Background playback | |
| Supported formats | MP3, AAC, FLAC, WMA, WAV, AMR, OGG | MP3 | |
| Video playback | |||
| Supported formats | MPEG4, H.263, H.264, DivX, XviD, WMV | MPEG4, H.263, H.264 | |
| Radio | FM, Stereo, RDS | ||
| Speakers | Earpiece, Loudspeaker | ||
| Streaming | Audio, Video | Audio, Video | |
| YouTube player | Yes | Yes |
| Internet browsing | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Browser | supports: supports: HTML, Flash | Chrome, supports: supports: HTML, HTML5 | |
| Built-in online services support | Facebook, YouTube (upload), Picasa, Twitter | YouTube (upload), Picasa |
| Technology | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| GSM | 850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz | ||
| UMTS | 850, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz | ||
| Data | HSDPA+ (4G) 42.2 Mbit/s, HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s, UMTS | ||
| Global Roaming | 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. | A-GPS, Glonass | GPS | |
| Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Phone features | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Phonebook | Unlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring ID | Unlimited entries | |
| Organizer | Calendar, Alarm, Document viewer, Calculator, Notes | Calendar, Alarm, Document viewer, Calculator | |
| Messaging | SMS, MMS, Threaded view, Predictive text input | ||
| IMAP, POP3, SMTP | IMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft Exchange | ||
| Instant Messaging | Google Talk | Google Talk | |
| Games | Yes |
| Connectivity | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 3.0 | 3.0 | |
| Profiles | Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), AMP Manager Protocol (A2MP), Audio/Video Control Transport Protocol (AVCTP), Audio/Video Distribution Transport Protocol (AVDTP), Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Generic Access (GAP), Generic Audio/Video Distribution (GAVDP), Handsfree (HFP), Headset (HSP), Human Interface Device (HID), Logical Link Control and Adaptation Protocol, Message Access Profile (MAP), Object Push (OPP), Phone Book Access (PBAP), Serial Port (SPP), Service Discovery Protocol (SDP), SIM Access (SAP) | ||
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 b, g, n | 802.11 a, b, g, n | |
| Mobile hotspot | Yes | ||
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 | |
| Connector | microUSB | microUSB | |
| Features | Mass storage device, USB charging | USB Host | |
| Headphones connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | |
| HDMI | via microUSB | ||
| Charging connector | microUSB | microUSB | |
| Other | NFC, MHL, Computer sync, OTA sync | NFC, Computer sync, OTA sync |
| Other features | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Notifications | Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, Speakerphone | Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Flight mode, Silent mode, Speakerphone | |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Barometer | Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Compass | |
| Hearing aid compatibility | M3 | ||
| Other | Voice dialing, Voice commands, Voice recording, TTY/TDD | Voice commands, Voice recording |
| 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 | 11 Jun 2012 | ||
| FCC ID value: A3LSGHT879 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 | 0.15 W/kg | ||
| Body | 0.67 W/kg | ||
| Product Specific Use | 0.67 W/kg | ||
| Simultaneous Transmission | 1.13 W/kg |
| Availability | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Officially announced | 16 Jul 2012 | 27 Jun 2012 |
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