Samsung Galaxy Star 2 vs Samsung W999
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Samsung Galaxy Star 2
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Samsung W999
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Samsung W999
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Samsung W999
Better display
Samsung W999
Lighter body
Samsung Galaxy Star 2
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Panel Type | — | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 480 | 800 |
| Resolution Width | 320 | 480 |
| PPI | 165 | 267 |
| Screen-to-body | 55.5 | 53.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 1.0 GHz | Dual-core 1.2 GHz Scorpion |
| GPU | — | Adreno 220 |
| Chipset Name | SC6815A | Qualcomm MSM8660 Snapdragon S3 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 4.4.2 | 2.3 |
Memory
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 4GB 0.5GB RAM | 16GB |
Main Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 480p@24fps | 720p@30fps |
| Features | — | LED flash |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 2 MP | 5 MP |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| Count | — | 1 |
| Lens | — | 1.3 MP |
Battery
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1300 | 1500 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | — |
Body
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Dual SIM (Mini-SIM, dual stand-by) | Mini-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 109.8 | 111 |
| Thickness (mm) | 11.8 | 17.8 |
| Weight (g) | 107.6 | 206 |
| Width (mm) | 59.9 | 59 |
Launch
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2014, June. Released 2014, August | 2011, December. Released 2012, Q1 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | GSM 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 |
| 3G Bands | — | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO |
| edge | Yes | — |
| gprs | Yes | — |
| Speed | — | EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM | GSM, CDMA, EVDO |
Connectivity
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4 | 3 |
| NFC | No | — |
| Positioning | No | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | FM radio | — |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy Star 2 | Samsung W999 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Samsung Galaxy Star 2 and Samsung W999 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Samsung W999 packs a 1500 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Samsung W999 reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 5 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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