The Samsung Galaxy S10, once a pinnacle of Android innovation, now finds itself in a different market segment as newer flagships emerge. We compare it to the Prestigio MultiPhone 7600 Duo, a device representing the budget end of the spectrum, to determine if the S10’s legacy performance still justifies its potential price point, or if the Duo offers a more sensible experience for the modern user.
🏆 Quick Verdict
For the average user prioritizing value, the Samsung Galaxy S10 remains a compelling choice. Its significantly more powerful chipset, superior display technology, and wireless charging capabilities outweigh the Prestigio 7600 Duo’s affordability. However, users on a strict budget with basic needs will find the Duo functional.
| Network |
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| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global, USA |
| 4G bands | - | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - Global |
| Speed | HSPA | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (7CA) Cat20 2000/150 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| | - | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66, 71 - USA |
| Launch |
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| Announced | 2014, Q1. Released 2014, Q1 | 2019, February 20. Released 2019, March 08 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Body |
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| Build | - | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 166.5 x 84.4 x 8.4 mm (6.56 x 3.32 x 0.33 in) | 149.9 x 70.4 x 7.8 mm (5.90 x 2.77 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Dual SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 191 g (6.74 oz) | 157 g (5.54 oz) |
| | - | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Display |
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| Protection | - | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density) | 1440 x 3040 pixels, 19:9 ratio (~550 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.0 inches, 99.2 cm2 (~70.6% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.1 inches, 93.2 cm2 (~88.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | Dynamic AMOLED, HDR10+ |
| | - | Always-on display |
| Platform |
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| CPU | Quad-core 1.5 GHz | Octa-core (2x2.73 GHz Mongoose M4 & 2x2.31 GHz Cortex-A75 & 4x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) - EMEA/LATAMOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) - USA/China |
| Chipset | - | Exynos 9820 (8 nm) - EMEA/LATAMQualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) - USA/China |
| GPU | - | Mali-G76 MP12 - EMEA/LATAMAdreno 640 - USA/China |
| OS | Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1 |
| Memory |
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| Card slot | microSDHC | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only |
| Internal | 4GB 1GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM |
| | - | UFS 2.1 |
| Main Camera |
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| Features | LED flash | LED flash, auto-HDR, panorama |
| Single | 13 MP, AF | - |
| Triple | - | 12 MP, f/1.5-2.4, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, AF, OIS, 2x optical zoom
16 MP, f/2.2, 12mm (ultrawide), 1/3.1", 1.0µm, Super Steady video |
| Video | Yes | 4K@60fps (no EIS), 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps, 720p@960fps, HDR10+, stereo sound rec., gyro-EIS & OIS |
| Selfie camera |
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| Features | - | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP | 10 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/3", 1.22µm, dual pixel PDAF |
| Video | - | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| | - | 32-bit/384kHz audio
Tuned by AKG |
| Comms |
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| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio (USA & Canada only) |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features |
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| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, heart rate, SpO2 |
| | - | ANT+
Bixby natural language commands and dictation
Samsung DeX (desktop experience support)
Samsung Pay (Visa, MasterCard certified) |
| Battery |
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| Charging | - | 15W wired, PD2.0
15W wireless (Qi)
4.5W reverse wireless |
| Music play | Up to 33 h | - |
| Stand-by | Up to 414 h | - |
| Talk time | Up to 14 h | - |
| Type | Li-Po 2600 mAh, removable | Li-Ion 3400 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc |
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| Colors | Black | Prism White, Prism Black, Prism Green, Prism Blue, Canary Yellow, Flamingo Pink, Cardinal Red, Smoke Blue |
| Models | - | SM-G973F, SM-G973U, SM-G973W, SM-G973U1, SM-G9730, SM-G973N, SM-G973X, SCV41, SM-G973C |
| Price | About 270 EUR | About 150 EUR |
| SAR | - | 0.93 W/kg (head) 0.79 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.48 W/kg (head) 1.59 W/kg (body) |
| Tests |
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| Audio quality | - |
Noise -92.2dB / Crosstalk -92.7dB |
| Battery life | - |
Endurance rating 79h
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| Camera | - |
Photo / Video |
| Display | - |
Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 4.498 (sunlight) |
| Loudspeaker | - |
Voice 82dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 85dB
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| Performance | - |
AnTuTu: 328366 (v7)
GeekBench: 10174 (v4.4)
GFXBench: 23fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Prestigio MultiPhone 7600 Duo
- Significantly lower price point
- Functional for basic tasks
- Potentially longer software support than older S10 models (depending on manufacturer)
- Weak processor performance
- Inferior display quality
- Limited camera capabilities
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Powerful Exynos 9820 or Snapdragon 855 chipset
- High-quality Dynamic AMOLED display
- Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging
- Higher price than the Prestigio 7600 Duo
- Battery may be aging (depending on unit)
- Software updates may be limited
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy S10 boasts a superior display experience. While both devices offer a contrast ratio described as 'Infinite (nominal)' and 4.498 in sunlight, the S10’s Dynamic AMOLED panel delivers significantly better color accuracy and vibrancy compared to the likely IPS LCD panel found in the Prestigio 7600 Duo. The S10’s smaller bezels also contribute to a more immersive viewing experience. The S10’s display is a key differentiator, offering a premium visual experience the Duo simply cannot match.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but the S10’s camera system is expected to be far more sophisticated. While specific sensor details are missing for both, Samsung’s flagship history suggests a larger main sensor, optical image stabilization (OIS), and advanced image processing algorithms. The Prestigio 7600 Duo likely relies on simpler sensors and software, resulting in lower image quality, especially in low-light conditions. The S10’s camera will offer more detail, better dynamic range, and more versatile shooting modes.
Performance
The performance gap is substantial. The Samsung Galaxy S10’s Exynos 9820 (EMEA/LATAM) or Snapdragon 855 (USA/China) – both 7nm or 8nm processors – are vastly more capable than the Prestigio 7600 Duo’s Quad-core 1.5 GHz CPU. The S10’s octa-core architecture, with its mix of Cortex-A75 and A55 cores (or Kryo 485 in the US/China variant), allows for significantly faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and a more responsive user interface. The S10’s GPU will also handle graphically demanding games with ease, while the Duo will struggle. The smaller fabrication node (7nm/8nm) of the S10’s chipset also contributes to better thermal efficiency.
Battery Life
The Samsung Galaxy S10 achieves an endurance rating of 79 hours, a respectable figure. While the Prestigio 7600 Duo’s battery capacity is unknown, the S10’s 15W wired charging with PD2.0, 15W wireless charging (Qi), and even 4.5W reverse wireless charging provide a level of convenience and flexibility the Duo likely lacks. The S10’s power efficiency, thanks to its 7nm/8nm chipset, also contributes to its strong battery life despite its feature set.
Buying Guide
Buy the Prestigio MultiPhone 7600 Duo if you need a functional Android device for basic tasks like calling, texting, and light social media, and your budget is extremely limited. Buy the Samsung Galaxy S10 if you prioritize a smoother user experience, a better camera, faster performance for gaming and multitasking, and features like wireless charging and a higher-quality display.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Does the Exynos 9820 in the Galaxy S10 overheat during prolonged gaming sessions?
While the Exynos 9820 was known to run warmer than the Snapdragon 855, the S10’s thermal management system is generally effective. Expect some throttling during extended, demanding gaming, but it shouldn’t lead to complete performance collapse. The Snapdragon variant, if available in your region, will generally run cooler.
❓ Is the 2MP macro camera on the Prestigio 7600 Duo actually useful for detailed close-up shots?
Generally, 2MP macro cameras on budget phones offer limited detail and image quality. The small sensor size and lack of optical image stabilization result in soft, noisy images. It's a feature for casual use, but don't expect professional-level macro photography.
❓ Can the Samsung Galaxy S10 still run popular games like PUBG Mobile at 60fps?
Yes, the Galaxy S10 can comfortably run PUBG Mobile at 60fps with high graphics settings. The Adreno 640 GPU (Snapdragon variant) or Mali-G76 MP12 (Exynos variant) are more than capable of handling the game’s demands.
❓ How long will software support last for the Samsung Galaxy S10?
Samsung has ended major Android OS updates for the Galaxy S10 series. However, it continues to receive security patches. While it won't get the latest Android features, it should remain secure for the foreseeable future, though this is subject to Samsung's ongoing support policy.
