Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 vs Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy Core I8260
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Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I
Better display
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 4.3 | 4.3 |
| Panel Type | — | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 800 | 960 |
| Resolution Width | 480 | 540 |
| PPI | 217 | 256 |
| Glass Type | — | To be confirmed |
| Screen-to-body | 60.2 | 66.7 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Dual-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A5 | Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53 |
| GPU | Adreno 203 | Adreno 306 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play | Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 |
| Process (nm) | — | 28 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 4.1.2 | 4.4.4 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | — | 8GB 1.5GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 480p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 5 MP, f/2.6 | 8 MP |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| Count | — | 1 |
| Lens | — | 1.9 MP |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1800 | 1900 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| music play | — | Up to 55 h |
| stand by | Up to 500 h (2G) / Up to 300 h (3G) | — |
| talk time | Up to 14 h (2G) / Up to 9 h (3G) | Up to 14 h (3G) |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | — |
| SIM | Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) | Micro-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 129.3 | 124.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 9 | 8.9 |
| Weight (g) | 124 | 107 |
| Width (mm) | 67.6 | 61.3 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2013, May. Released 2013, June | 2015, June. Released 2015, June |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - GT-I8260 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | — | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 |
| Speed | HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 3 | 4 |
| infrared port | — | Yes |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS | FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 | Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy Core I8260 and Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I packs a 1900 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Samsung Galaxy S4 mini I9195I reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 8 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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