If you have a plan of purchasing a worth paying Android handset then you will probably like to consider the Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 or Samsung Galaxy S4 mini. Both of the devices in Galaxy series were made public in 2013. Grand 2 was aimed for the successful replacement of the Grand series in a dual SIM package while the S4 Mini was a really nice alternative to the high-tech model of Galaxy S4, featuring almost alike features.
When it is about choosing anyone of them, then it will be quite helpful to take a look at the text below which has pretty much info about the specs and features of both handsets that you would like to consider before you reach any final decision about the acquisition.
Display and Weight
If you like working on a bigger screen then Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 with its 5.2 inches, capacitive touch-screen is better for you in comparison with the 4.3 inches touch-screen display at Galaxy S4.
On the other hand if the AMOLED display is something that fascinates you then you should make it clear that in spite of the bigger screen and 280ppi density, Grand 2 lacks in the AMOLED display and has TFT display but the S4 houses the AMOLED display with 256ppi density. Along with that, Gorilla Glass-2 protects the screen from scratches.
Weight also matters especially when you have to carry the device all the day in your pocket. As the name depicts, the S4 Mini weighs just 108 g that makes it lighter than the Samsung galaxy Grand 2 with 163 g of load.
Hardware and Software
Both of the devices are available with 1.5GB RAM but the difference lies in processor. The upgraded processor (Quad-Core with Qualcomm Snapdragon-400) allows multitasking on Samsung galaxy Grand 2 but the S4 has Dual-Core krait.
Android v4.3 on Samsung galaxy Grand 2 and Android v4.2.2 Jelly Beans on S4 Mini are the responsible software. There is no discrimination in the storage capacity. Both have 8GB storage capacity that can be increased further to 64 GB with the microSD card.
Camera
Once again you won’t find much difference in camera features for both of the devices which have both the back and front camera. 8MP camera with LED flash is same for both of the said devices and 1.9 MP single piece of camera at front is also the standard shooter.
Battery Life
Longer battery life adds to the value of the mobile phones. Here the Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 is on lead with its 2,600mAh removable battery. Although, the battery is removable for S4 Mini as well but is smaller with 1,900mAh.
SIM
Samsung galaxy Grand 2 and S4 mini are designed in a way to support dual SIM and employ Micr-SIM. So, if you like having two separate groups of contacts on two distinct SIM cards then you can choose any one of the two with closing eyes to other features.
Color Availability
Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 allows you to make a choice among any of these colors.
- White
- Black
- Pink
Galaxy S4 Mini is currently being offered in three shades which are:
- White
- Black
- Red
Price
Price always matters for a smarter choice and it definitely makes sense to decide that either the features deserve to be paid thousands of dollars or not. So, in Australian currency, the Samsung galaxy Grand 2 will cost you $379.95 for all of its good features and the Galaxy S4-Mini with its comparatively less enchanting features can be purchased by spending $349.
Putting the story in a net shell, there are no specifications about the good or bad quality of the device and if it actually exists then still the thing which matters is your requirement for the particular technology. If you don’t have to perform multiple tasks simultaneously at higher speed then S4 Mini is undoubtedly a worth purchasing mobile phone with its current specs and features but if you care for upgraded features then obviously on a comparatively high charge, Samsung Galaxy Grand 2 is something you may want to have.