Wiko View4 Lite vs. Samsung Galaxy Note 4: A Detailed Showdown

The smartphone landscape is vast, with options for every budget and need. Today, we're comparing two very different devices: the budget-friendly Wiko View4 Lite and the iconic Samsung Galaxy Note 4, a flagship from years past. Can a budget phone truly compete with a former champion?

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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 decisively wins this comparison. While the Wiko View4 Lite offers affordability, the Note 4's superior performance, display, and camera quality, coupled with its impressive battery life, make it the better choice despite its age. It's a testament to the Note 4's enduring quality.

PHONES
Phone Names	Wiko View4 Lite	Samsung Galaxy Note 4

Network
2G bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bands	1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 40	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 17, 20 - N910F, N910C
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps (Exynos 5433)HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps (Snapdragon 805)
Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE	GSM / HSPA / LTE
	-	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 28 - N910U

Launch
Announced	2020. Released 2020	2014, September 03. Released 2014, October
Status	Discontinued	Discontinued

Body
Build	-	Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame
Dimensions	167 x 76.8 x 8.5 mm (6.57 x 3.02 x 0.33 in)	153.5 x 78.6 x 8.5 mm (6.04 x 3.09 x 0.33 in)
SIM	Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM	Micro-SIM
Weight	174 g (6.14 oz)	176 g (6.21 oz)
	-	Stylus

Display
Protection	-	Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Resolution	720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~269 ppi density)	1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~518 ppi density)
Size	6.52 inches, 102.6 cm2 (~80.0% screen-to-body ratio)	5.7 inches, 88.5 cm2 (~73.4% screen-to-body ratio)
Type	IPS LCD, 450 nits (peak)	Super AMOLED

Platform
CPU	Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53)	Quad-core 2.7 GHz Krait 450 - Snapdragon 805Octa-core (4x1.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A57) - Exynos 5433
Chipset	Mediatek MT6762D Helio A25 (12 nm)	Qualcomm APQ8084 Snapdragon 805 (28 nm)Exynos 5433
GPU	PowerVR GE8320	Adreno 420 (Snapdragon 805)Mali-T760 MP6 (Exynos 5433)
OS	Android 10	Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)

Memory
Card slot	microSDXC	microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal	32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM	32GB 3GB RAM
	eMMC 5.1	eMMC 5.0

Main Camera
Features	LED flash, HDR	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Single	-	16 MP, f/2.2, 31mm (standard), 1/2.6", 1.12µm, AF, OIS
Triple	13 MP 5 MP 2 MP	-
Video	1080p@30fps	4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, stereo sound rec.

Selfie camera
Features	-	HDR
Single	5 MP	3.7 MP, f/1.9, 22mm (wide)
Video	-	1440p@30fps

Sound
3.5mm jack	Yes	Yes
35mm jack	Yes	Yes
Loudspeaker	Yes	Yes
	-	24-bit/192kHz audio

Comms
Bluetooth	4.2, A2DP, LE	4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
Infrared port	-	Yes
NFC	No	Yes
Positioning	GPS	GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Radio	FM radio	No
USB	microUSB 2.0, OTG	microUSB 2.0 (MHL 3 TV-out), OTG
WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot

Features
Sensors	Accelerometer, proximity, compass	Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, gesture, UV, heart rate, SpO2
	-	ANT+ S-Voice natural language commands and dictation Air gestures

Battery
Charging	-	15W wired, QC2
Music play	-	Up to 82 h
Talk time	-	Up to 20 h (3G)
Type	Li-Po 4000 mAh	Li-Ion 3220 mAh, removable

Misc
Colors	Deep Blue, Deep Green, Deep Gold	Frosted white, Charcoal black, Bronze Gold, Blossom Pink
Models	-	SM-N910C, SM-N910S, SM-N910H, SM-N910F, SM-N910G, SM-N910U, SM-N910K, SM-N916S, SM-N910L, SM-N916L, SM-N916K, SM-N910T3
Price	About 80 EUR	About 350 EUR
SAR	-	0.37 W/kg (head) 0.88 W/kg (body)
SAR EU	-	0.37 W/kg (head) 0.38 W/kg (body)

Tests
Audio quality	-	Noise -96.6dB / Crosstalk -94.2dB
Battery life	-	Endurance rating 90h
Camera	-	Photo / Video
Display	-	Contrast ratio: Infinity (nominal), 4.033 (sunlight)
Loudspeaker	-	Voice 79dB / Noise 74dB / Ring 89dB
Performance	-	Basemark OS II 2.0: 1328Basemark X: 18684

Wiko View4 Lite

Affordable
Decent battery life
Lightweight

Low performance
Basic camera
Lower quality display
Limited storage

Samsung Galaxy Note 4

Powerful performance
Excellent display
Good camera
Large battery
Premium build quality

Older model
Potentially outdated software
May lack latest features
Availability may be limited

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 boasts a significantly better display. Its higher resolution, vibrant colors, and excellent contrast ratio (Infinity nominal, 4.033 sunlight) provide a superior viewing experience compared to the Wiko View4 Lite's likely lower resolution and less impressive color accuracy. The Note 4's larger screen size also contributes to its advantage.

Camera Comparison

While both phones offer Photo/Video capabilities, the Note 4's camera hardware and image processing are generally superior. Expect better image quality, dynamic range, and low-light performance from the Note 4. The Wiko View4 Lite's camera is adequate for basic snapshots but won't compete with the Note 4's capabilities.

Performance

Performance is where the Note 4 truly shines. Its Snapdragon 805 or Exynos 5433 chipset, paired with a quad/octa-core processor, offers considerably faster processing speeds and smoother multitasking than the Wiko View4 Lite's Helio A25. Expect noticeable lag on the View4 Lite with demanding apps or games.

Battery Life

Both phones boast an impressive endurance rating of 90h. However, considering the Note 4's more powerful hardware, its battery life is even more remarkable. The Wiko View4 Lite's lower power consumption is offset by its less demanding processor.

Buying Guide

Who should buy the Wiko View4 Lite? Users on a very tight budget who prioritize affordability over performance and features. Who should buy the Samsung Galaxy Note 4? Those seeking a reliable, powerful phone with a great display and camera, even if it's an older model, and who appreciate a larger screen.