Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 vs Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160
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Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden
Better display
Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 3.8 | 3.7 |
| Panel Type | PLS LCD | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 800 | 800 |
| Resolution Width | 480 | 480 |
| PPI | 246 | 252 |
| Screen-to-body | 55.9 | 55.5 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Dual-core 800 MHz | Dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait 300 |
| GPU | Mali-400 | Adreno 305 |
| Chipset Name | NovaThor U8500 | Qualcomm MSM8930AB Snapdragon 400 |
| Process (nm) | — | 28 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 2.3 | 4.2 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 4GB 0.75GB RAM | 16GB 1.5GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 720p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec. |
| Features | LED flash | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.7 | 8 MP |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| Count | — | 1 |
| Lens | — | 1.9 MP |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1500 | 1820 |
| Chemistry | — | Li-Ion |
| stand by | Up to 670 h (2G) / Up to 640 h (3G) | — |
| talk time | Up to 16 h 20 min (2G) / Up to 7 h 30 min (3G) | — |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Mini-SIM | Micro-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 118.3 | 118 |
| Thickness (mm) | 10.5 | 15.8 |
| Weight (g) | 122 | 179 |
| Width (mm) | 62.2 | 59.5 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2012, February. Released 2012, May | 2013, October. Released 2013, November |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900, 2100 | HSDPA 2100 |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA | GSM, HSPA |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 3 | 4 |
| NFC | Optional | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 | Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 I8160 and Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden packs a 1820 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Samsung I9230 Galaxy Golden reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 8 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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