Samsung Galaxy Core LTE
The Samsung Galaxy Core LTE is a budget-focused device, built for basic everyday tasks (2014).
2014 · Entry-level · Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.5" · 132.9 x 66.3 x 9.8 mm (5.23 x 2.61 x 0.39 in)
RAM1GB
Storage8GB
Main Camera5 MP · LED flash
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 137g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic its chipset for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗5 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2014, February. Released 2014, May
Also Known As
Also known as:Samsung G386FSamsung Galaxy Core 4G
⚙️ Performance
OS
Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
245 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
📷 Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2100 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
137g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
132.9 x 66.3 x 9.8 mm (5.23 x 2.61 x 0.39 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Samsung Galaxy Core LTE SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the Samsung Galaxy Core LTE has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Samsung Galaxy Core LTE ships with Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean).
The Samsung Galaxy Core LTE uses microUSB 2.0.
The Samsung Galaxy Core LTE supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot.
The Samsung Galaxy Core LTE has 4.0, A2DP.
