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T-Mobile Prism vs T-Mobile Sidekick 4G
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.

T-Mobile Prism
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T-Mobile Sidekick 4G
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
T-Mobile Sidekick 4G
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
T-Mobile Sidekick 4G
Lighter body
T-Mobile Prism
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Resolution Height | 480 | 800 |
| Resolution Width | 320 | 480 |
| PPI | 165 | 267 |
| Screen-to-body | 52.1 | 45 |
Platform
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 600 MHz | 1.0 GHz Cortex-A8 |
| GPU | — | PowerVR SGX540 |
| Chipset Name | — | Hummingbird |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 2.3.5 | 2.2 |
Memory
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included |
| Variants | 0.5GB | 1GB 0.5GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Yes | 480p@30fps |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 3.15 MP | 3.15 MP |
Battery
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1400 | 1500 |
| stand by | Up to 400 h | Up to 456 h |
| talk time | Up to 6 h 30 min | Up to 6 h 30 min |
Body
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Mini-SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 116.3 | 127 |
| keyboard | — | QWERTY |
| Thickness (mm) | 12.2 | 15 |
| Weight (g) | 125 | 162 |
| Width (mm) | 60.2 | 61 |
Launch
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2012, May. Released 2012, May | 2011, March. Released 2011, April 20 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 1700, 1900, 2100 | HSDPA 1700, 2100 |
| Speed | HSPA | HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA | GSM, HSPA |
Connectivity
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 2.1 | 3 |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | GPS, A-GPS |
| Radio | No | Nо |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 3 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | T-Mobile Prism | T-Mobile Sidekick 4G |
|---|---|---|
| browser | — | HTML, Adobe Flash |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass | Accelerometer, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both T-Mobile Prism and T-Mobile Sidekick 4G are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
T-Mobile Sidekick 4G packs a 1500 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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