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Samsung Galaxy S II vs Samsung Infuse 4G vs Samsung Droid Charge

Samsung Galaxy S II Remove phone

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Also known as Samsung I9100, Samsung Galaxy S 2, Samsung I9100G PA Rating - 9
User Rating - 9.4

Posted: 13 Feb 2011
Market Status: Released

Samsung Infuse 4G Remove phone

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Also known as Samsung SGH-I997 PA Rating - 8.5
User Rating - 9

Posted: 05 Jan 2011
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: AT&T - Discontinued

Samsung Droid Charge Remove phone

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Also known as Samsung SCH-i510, Samsung Inspiration, Samsung Stealth, Samsung Stealth V, Samsung 4G LTE smartphone, Samsung Galaxy S Aviator PA Rating - 8.5
User Rating - 8.1

Posted: 06 Jan 2011
Market Status: Released US carrier availability: U.S. Cellular - Available as Samsung Galaxy S Aviator (since 06 Apr 2012) Verizon - Discontinued
Design
Device typeSmart phoneSmart phoneSmart phone
OSAndroid (4.1.2, 4.0.4, 4.0, 2.3)Android (2.3.6, 2.2)Android (2.3, 2.2)
Form factorCandybarCandybarCandybar
Dimensions4.93 x 2.60 x 0.33 inches (125.3 x 66.1 x 8.49 mm)5.20 x 2.80 x 0.35 inches (132 x 71 x 9 mm)5.11 x 2.66 x 0.46 inches (130 x 68 x 12 mm)
Weight4.09 oz (116 g)
the average is 4.4 oz (125 g)
4.90 oz (139 g)
the average is 4.4 oz (125 g)
5.04 oz (143 g)
the average is 4.4 oz (125 g)
Side Keys Left: Volume control; Right: Lock/Unlock key 
ColorsBlack, White  
Display
Physical size4.3 inches4.5 inches4.3 inches
Resolution480 x 800 pixels480 x 800 pixels480 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.

218 ppi207 ppi217 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 PlusSuper AMOLED PlusSuper AMOLED Plus
Colors16 777 21616 777 216 
TouchscreenCapacitive, Multi-touchCapacitive, Multi-touchCapacitive, Multi-touch
FeaturesLight sensor, Proximity sensor, Scratch-resistant glassLight sensor, Proximity sensorLight sensor, Proximity sensor
Battery
Talk time18.30 hours
the average is 10 h (623 min)
8.00 hours
the average is 10 h (623 min)
11.00 hours
the average is 10 h (623 min)
Stand-by time29.6 days (710 hours)
the average is 18 days (434 h)
16.7 days (400 hours)
the average is 18 days (434 h)
11.7 days (280 hours)
the average is 18 days (434 h)
Talk time (3G)9.00 hours
the average is 9 h (543 min)
  
Stand-by time (3G)25.8 days (620 hours)
the average is 23 days (561 h)
  
Capacity1650 mAh1750 mAh1600 mAh
TypeLi - IonLi - IonLi - Ion
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.

Samsung Exynos 4210Samsung Exynos 3Samsung Exynos 3
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, 1200 MHz, ARM Cortex-A9Single core, 1200 MHz, ARM Cortex-A8Single core, 1000 MHz, ARM Cortex-A8
Graphics processorARM Mali-400PowerVR SGX540PowerVR SGX540
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 / DDR2512 MB RAM (Dual-channel) 
Built-in storage32 GB16 GB2 GB
Storage expansionmicroSD, microSDHC up to 32 GBmicroSD, microSDHC up to 32 GBmicroSD, microSDHC up to 32 GB
Camera
Camera8 megapixels8 megapixels8 megapixels
FlashLEDLEDLED
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  
FeaturesBack-illuminated sensor (BSI), Auto focus, Smile detection, Digital zoom, Geo tagging, PanoramaAuto focus, Smile detection, ISO control, Burst mode, Digital zoom, Panorama, Effects, Self-timerAuto focus, Geo tagging
Camcorder1920x1080 (1080p HD) (30 fps), 1280x720 (720p HD)1280x720 (720p HD) (30 fps)1280x720 (720p HD) (30 fps)
FeaturesVideo light, Video callingVideo callingVideo calling
Front-facing camera2 megapixels1.3 megapixels1.3 megapixels
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Multimedia
Music player   
Filter byAlbum, Artist, Playlists Album, Artist, Playlists
FeaturesAlbum art cover, Background playback Album art cover, Background playback
Supported formatsMP3, AAC, AAC+, eAAC+MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA, MIDIMP3
Video playback   
Supported formatsMPEG4, H.263, H.264, DivXMPEG4, H.263, H.264MPEG4
RadioFM, Stereo, RDS  
Speakers Earpiece, Loudspeaker 
StreamingAudio, VideoAudio, VideoAudio, Video
YouTube playerYesYesYes
Internet browsing
Browsersupports: supports: HTML, FlashAndroid Browser, supports: supports: HTML, Flashsupports: supports: HTML, HTML5, Flash
Built-in online services supportFacebook, Picasa, TwitterFacebook, Picasa, TwitterFacebook, YouTube (upload), MySpace, 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
GSM850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz 
UMTS850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz850, 1900, 2100 MHz 
LTE  700 MHz Class 13
DataHSDPA+ (4G) 21.1 Mbit/s, HSPA (unspecified), HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s, UMTS, EDGEHSDPA+ (4G) 21.1 Mbit/s, HSPA (unspecified), HSUPA 5.76 Mbit/s, UMTS, EDGELTE, EV-DO Rev.A
Global RoamingYesYes 
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-GPSA-GPSGPS
NavigationYesTurn-by-turn navigationYes
Phone features
PhonebookUnlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring IDUnlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring IDUnlimited entries, Caller groups, Multiple numbers per contact, Search by both first and last name, Picture ID, Ring ID
OrganizerCalendar, Alarm, Document viewer, Calculator, World clock, Stopwatch, Countdown timer, MemoCalendar, Alarm, Calculator, World clock, Stopwatch, Countdown timer, MemoCalendar, Alarm, Document viewer (Office 2007, Office 2003, PDF), Calculator
MessagingSMS, MMS, Threaded view, Predictive text inputSMS, MMS, Predictive text inputSMS, MMS, Threaded view, Predictive text input
E-mailIMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft ExchangeIMAP, POP3, SMTP, Microsoft ExchangeIMAP, POP3, SMTP
Instant MessagingGoogle TalkGoogle TalkGoogle Talk
OTA Software updatesYes Yes
GamesYesYesYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth3.0Yes3.0
ProfilesAdvanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), 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)Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP)Advanced Audio Distribution (A2DP), Audio/Video Control Transport Protocol (AVCTP), Audio/Video Distribution Transport Protocol (AVDTP), Audio/Visual Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Basic Printing (BPP), File Transfer (FTP), Generic Access (GAP), Generic Audio/Video Distribution (GAVDP), Handsfree (HFP), Headset (HSP), Human Interface Device (HID), Logical Link Control and Adaptation Protocol, Object Push (OPP), Phone Book Access (PBAP), Serial Port (SPP), Service Discovery Protocol (SDP)
Wi-Fi802.11 b, g, n802.11 b, g, n802.11 b, g, n
Mobile hotspotYesYesYes
USBUSB 2.0USB 2.0USB 2.0
ConnectormicroUSBmicroUSBmicroUSB
FeaturesMass storage device, USB chargingMass storage device, USB chargingMass storage device, USB charging
Headphones connector3.5mm3.5mm3.5mm
HDMIvia microUSBvia microUSBYes
Charging connectormicroUSBmicroUSBmicroUSB
OtherDLNA, MHL, Computer sync, OTA sync, SyncMLDLNA, Computer sync, OTA syncDLNA, Computer sync, OTA sync
Other features
NotificationsHaptic feedback, Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, SpeakerphoneHaptic feedback, Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, SpeakerphoneHaptic feedback, Music ringtones (MP3), Polyphonic ringtones, Vibration, Flight mode, Silent mode, Speakerphone
SensorsAccelerometer, Gyroscope, CompassAccelerometer, CompassAccelerometer, Compass
Hearing aid compatibility M3M4, T4
OtherVoice dialing, Voice commands, Voice recordingVoice recordingVoice 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

11 Mar 201111 Mar 201101 Mar 2011
FCC ID value: A3LGTI9100 linkFCC ID value: A3LSGHI997 linkFCC ID value: A3LSCHI510 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.

   
Head0.40 W/kg0.20 W/kg1.01 W/kg
Measured in 850 MHz1900 MHz
Body1.00 W/kg1.26 W/kg1.00 W/kg
Measured in 850 MHz1900 MHz
Product Specific Use1.00 W/kg  
Simultaneous Transmission1.16 W/kg  
Availability
Officially announced13 Feb 201105 Jan 201106 Jan 2011
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MSRP price   
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