Which Note 5 should I buy?(920C, 920CD, 920i, 9208) - Galaxy Note5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello guys I want to buy the Note 5 but I'm a little bit confused with the models they're available! For start I'm living in Germany and I'm going to use the phone with Vodafone. To be honest I don't care about LTE.
I saw in Internet that they're a couple of versions like 920C, 920CD, 920i, 9208 etc.
Which are the difference between them? I really like to buy the dual Sim version of the phone.
Thanks in advance!
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920c and 920i are unbranded without any carrier. I am currently using 920c.

Check out this Web site
http://www.willmyphonework.net/
You can select your country/carrier etc then select the phone you want and it will tell you if it's compatible. ...

So unbranded mean ? I'm also using 920c

Amritttt said:
920c and 920i are unbranded without any carrier. I am currently using 920c.
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hi,
I havea 920C and branded Vodacom( @vodafone) device.
So i can say in the 920c model / device category ,
it is safe to say it could be "Unbranded or Branded"
Good luck

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Looking to get an Unlocked Note 5...Model?

I am looking to get an Unlocked Note 5 in Silver (does anyone have this or have you seen it - does it look as good in person)
My question is:
There are many unlocked versions, but I believe there are several versions that may work in the US
But I am thinking it is one of: N920C or N9200 or N920I (I am thinking it is the N920I, with the "I" standing for International?)
Can anyone tell me which works on GSM in US, T-Mobile
Thanks
eric0668 said:
I am looking to get an Unlocked Note 5 in Silver (does anyone have this or have you seen it - does it look as good in person)
My question is:
There are many unlocked versions, but I believe there are several versions that may work in the US
But I am thinking it is one of: N920C or N9200 or N920I (I am thinking it is the N920I, with the "I" standing for International?)
Can anyone tell me which works on GSM in US, T-Mobile
Thanks
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I would stay away from the N920C if you are going to use it in the US. I have the N920C and on ATT network it is getting only 3G and the signal is considerably weaker than on other phones compatible with ATT.
What does the N920C stand for. I think I need the "I" don't you.
eric0668 said:
What does the N920C stand for. I think I need the "I" don't you.
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They are designed for different continents. The N920I is for - Australia, New Zealand, Singapore. The N920C is for middle east, russia, africa, israel ...etc. If you can get the Unlocked T-mobile variant, you're good. Otherwise checkout the willmyphonework.net or the "The Ulimate Note 5 Band Guide."
Are you sure the I isnf for international.
That's what I wanna know. What one is able to be used. There is no such thing as a T-Mobile unlocked version. Yes there is one that works on T-Mobile, ATT etc. If you hear of the specific model I'd be grateful.
eric0668 said:
Are you sure the I isnf for international.
That's what I wanna know. What one is able to be used. There is no such thing as a T-Mobile unlocked version. Yes there is one that works on T-Mobile, ATT etc. If you hear of the specific model I'd be grateful.
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http://www.willmyphonework.net/
Thank you really ALot. I tried that and they got 2 blue checks and a yellow. So the same #frustrating
I bought the N920i version and work perfectly with ATT and TMOBILE. It have an amazing internet speed, i'm talking about more than 45MBPS.
Is a grate phone.
Thank you. I was thinking that was for International. Then I saw some sites (Expansys) who was selling the N9200 and was told they were the same.
thanks so much
Yes, N9200 is pretty much the same as N920i but dual sim card model. It should work in US. Be careful, this model can come from China and Google apps may be a problem.
I have ordered this model from Expansys and it should come from South Korea.
Spoke to Samsung via chat, NewEgg and Best Buy most will work to some degree here . BUT they said the one made for gsm carriers in US is the N920G. It can be had on NewEgg or Expansys but def eBay Amazon and Best Buy for $100 more than other places
just adding my 2 cents worth: i'm using a 64GB Silver SM-N9208 (Taiwan - CSC is BRI) dual SIM Note 5 on ATT & T-Mobile and it's working great. no network issues at all. 5 of the 10 people on my current project use Note 5's (including me); the other 4 Note 5 users are in awe of my device, especially the Silver color and the fact that i can make/receive calls from both SIMs at the same time.
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http://www.willmyphonework.net/
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There are so many threads dealing with this issue.
You should either use the above website or use pdadb.net to see which LTE bands a particular model uses and then compare that to the LTE bands your carrier uses (which is what the above website actually does)
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Both N920C and N920I should work fine in US except one 3G band for T-Mobile....but when it comes to Software updates...what do you think is first to get official updates? N920I being the Australia model, would it be after N920C? I heard sometimes its after even US models...Thoughts?

Looking for Note 5 Duos, opinion needed

I'm looking into buying a Note 5 duos since I have 2 lines and it would be convenient to have them both in one phone even though they can't both be on 3G voice at once. My question is which model Duos should I buy? For updates, rooting and stuff like that. I see there's a N9200, N9208 and N920. Which one should I choose? Yes, the cheapest one is preferable lol
defender007 said:
I'm looking into buying a Note 5 duos since I have 2 lines and it would be convenient to have them both in one phone even though they can't both be on 3G voice at once. My question is which model Duos should I buy? For updates, rooting and stuff like that. I see there's a N9200, N9208 and N920. Which one should I choose? Yes, the cheapest one is preferable lol
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prices won't be different..... just different regions...locations... where they are Berio king sold
n9298----taiwan..... Others I don't.....
check out
www.xda-developers.com/note5-unlocked/
I have N9208, it works like a horse!! Previously I owned note 4. I think there is no difference between the three models except for the region. I got the update on time, in 5.1.x waiting for Android 6. Hope this help.
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I see there is thread for rooting of n9208 model..... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3214659
[GUIDE] How To Root SM-N9208
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=64210752&postcount=3
defender007 said:
I'm looking into buying a Note 5 duos since I have 2 lines and it would be convenient to have them both in one phone even though they can't both be on 3G voice at once. My question is which model Duos should I buy? For updates, rooting and stuff like that. I see there's a N9200, N9208 and N920. Which one should I choose? Yes, the cheapest one is preferable lol
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I would suggest a n920C dual sim aka N920CD I bought in middle east and its working without a problem here in Germany. Thats my suggestion because its an international model like "I" variant but with dual sim support. If you're a fan of new software and roms you can always use roms from "I", "G" and of course "C" variants on your "CD" without a problem, but keep that in mind that you have dual sim support as long as you use a C based kernel and a dual sim supporting rom.
SO basically take whatever is cheaper they will work the same. Is there a chance that one model's bootloader will be unlocked than another?
I got N9200 (HK) in Japan and It's working great. :good:
All duos are same except price and region, n9208 have more users and custom roms like dr ketan and ioio rom
From what I see on ebay, the N9200 is a bit more expensive that's why I'm wondering why that is...do we know what exact LTE bands the N9208 supports?
N9208 has good developer support and 64gb version is fairly cheap. Work great here in UK on 3 and Vodafone.
I use galaxy note 5 N9208 Malaysia! There is little kernel and rom for it too!

Galaxy note 5 dual sim: N9200 or N9208

Hi,
I have been thru many sites (and Samsung one), but I can't really see the difference between these 2 models.
They are both dual sim and comes either with 32 or 64 gb memory.
Can someone summerize the main differences ?
Thanks
Nothing except one is single and the other is dual sim.
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Well, first I though that only the N9208 was dual sim, but a e-store advertize the N9200 also as dual sim.
look there: http://www.eglobalcentral.fr/samsung-galaxy-note-5-n9200-4g-lte-64go-dual-sim-desimlocke-or-fr.html
Confusing no ?
ibowl77 said:
Hi,
I have been thru many sites (and Samsung one), but I can't really see the difference between these 2 models.
They are both dual sim and comes either with 32 or 64 gb memory.
Can someone summerize the main differences ?
Thanks
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N9200 is for China market and N9208 is for Hong Kong, that suppose to be the only difference. Both are dual sim (or N9200 has single sim option also, but I know that it has dual for sure).
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OK this is clear and I presume both can be used in France ?
Thanks for this clarification.
ibowl77 said:
OK this is clear and I presume both can be used in France ?
Thanks for this clarification.
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The 9208 im sure can be used in France. 9208 was released in the Philippines which uses the same GSM bands as Europe. Im not sure about 9200. China might have a special band like Japan or the US
If I look at the specifications on eglobal site, all frequencies used in France are available on the N9200. I was more concerned about the possibility of using french language (and the predictibility writen).
I have used the N9200 (dual SIM, Hong Kong variant, network-unlocked) in UK/India/Qatar with respective local carriers and with no major issues.
When you say "no major issues" that means you got minor ones? Which functions were affected ?
Do you get the regular updates on the firmware ?
Thanks for mentioning.
I got the N9200 Hong Kong version. And using it ever since in Belgium. No problems at all.
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ibowl77 said:
OK this is clear and I presume both can be used in France ?
Thanks for this clarification.
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Both are gsm and can work in Europe.
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Great, thanks for mentioning.
ibowl77 said:
Hi,
I have been thru many sites (and Samsung one), but I can't really see the difference between these 2 models.
They are both dual sim and comes either with 32 or 64 gb memory.
Can someone summerize the main differences ?
Thanks
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Go for Sm N9208 as in china market play store is banned. So you might fell trouble in installing play store in N9200.
elmor0 said:
I have used the N9200 (dual SIM, Hong Kong variant, network-unlocked) in UK/India/Qatar with respective local carriers and with no major issues.
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Someone has quoted that the N9200 which is for China market does not have the "Play store" program. How do you manage that ?
Did you install it later on and are you facing any problem with it ?
ibowl77 said:
Someone has quoted that the N9200 which is for China market does not have the "Play store" program. How do you manage that ?
Did you install it later on and are you facing any problem with it ?
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The N9200 (TGY; Honk Kong variant) came with Google PlayStore pre-installed so I had no such problems.
I guess you can always install G-Apps (including PlayStore) on the Chinese N9200 once rooted.
The reason why I look at the N9200 / N9208 64 gb is to avoid a root. I did rooted 2 x GN3 (mainly for avoiding the SD card restrictions) and it's a little bit hasardous. Also we don't get the firmware updates and we loose the warranty.
ibowl77 said:
The reason why I look at the N9200 / N9208 64 gb is to avoid a root. I did rooted 2 x GN3 (mainly for avoiding the SD card restrictions) and it's a little bit hasardous. Also we don't get the firmware updates and we loose the warranty.
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I experienced really bad battery on 9208, some generic software related bug (android system was draining battery, no deep sleep), so I was forced to do root, and with custom kernel everything was ok with battery. One friend had the same issue and rooting solved the problem. Have that in mind also, but maybe other people here haven't had any battery drain issues, but worth mentioning.
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I have the N9208 and have had no any kind of battery issues till now (6.0.1) where it just seems to last as long as when I was still on 5.1.1. that's even using a Package Disabler and Greenify (for hibernating). in other words, seems to be firmware than hardware. I am using this in the US.
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Dear All,
I'm not sure where can I post.
Is there any MM v6 custom rom for N9208 dual sims?
If yes, please let me know.
Thanks in advance.

looking to buy note 8, what is best model to buy?

Hello, I'm looking to buy a new note 8. I live in Belgium.
But I'm not sure what is the best model to buy.
So my aim is to root the phone and install a kernel or/and ROM to improve the battery life of the phone and it's longevity (I had a galaxy s3 for more than 5 years, on which I did rooting, was pretty happy about the improved battery life and the fact that it's still working fine)
I also notice that you can get snapdragon or exynos depending on the model you buy? Is the difference between these 2 significant?
So there is different model i found on the market :
-n9500 which from what I understood is the Honk-Kong or Chinese model? Seems like I should avoid it because because it doesn't support kernel or ROM?
-n950F which is european version?
-n950FD international version?
-n950N Korean version it seems.
What is your opinion on the model I should buy?
Best regards,
vifzor
vifzor said:
Hello, I'm looking to buy a new note 8. I live in Belgium.
But I'm not sure what is the best model to buy.
So my aim is to root the phone and install a kernel or/and ROM to improve the battery life of the phone and it's longevity (I had a galaxy s3 for more than 5 years, on which I did rooting, was pretty happy about the improved battery life and the fact that it's still working fine)
I also notice that you can get snapdragon or exynos depending on the model you buy? Is the difference between these 2 significant?
So there is different model i found on the market :
-n9500 which from what I understood is the Honk-Kong or Chinese model? Seems like I should avoid it because because it doesn't support kernel or ROM?
-n950F which is european version?
-n950FD international version?
-n950N Korean version it seems.
What is your opinion on the model I should buy?
Best regards,
vifzor
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Go with exynos. Your other answers in xda search button.
Nick216ohio said:
Go with exynos. Your other answers in xda search button.
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Thx for your answer, so it seems like N950FD is the best?
vifzor said:
Thx for your answer, so it seems like N950FD is the best?
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If you need dual SIM go for the N950FD if not go for the regular N950F which is the same as FD except dual sim
Darktitor said:
If you need dual SIM go for the N950FD if not go for the regular N950F which is the same as FD except dual sim
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Does N950F support micro SD card?
Yes, it does
Take a look through the oem unlock thread too.
acctualy the korean n950n would be considered a sure bet. specially if you consider the 256gb version.
there are no issues with the oem unlock. other exynos F/FD's might have that problem.
What is eom unlock?
Sorry for the noob question
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What is eom unlock?
Sorry for the noob question
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Google
vifzor said:
Hello, I'm looking to buy a new note 8. I live in Belgium.
But I'm not sure what is the best model to buy.
So my aim is to root the phone and install a kernel or/and ROM to improve the battery life of the phone and it's longevity (I had a galaxy s3 for more than 5 years, on which I did rooting, was pretty happy about the improved battery life and the fact that it's still working fine)
I also notice that you can get snapdragon or exynos depending on the model you buy? Is the difference between these 2 significant?
So there is different model i found on the market :
-n9500 which from what I understood is the Honk-Kong or Chinese model? Seems like I should avoid it because because it doesn't support kernel or ROM?
-n950F which is european version?
-n950FD international version?
-n950N Korean version it seems.
What is your opinion on the model I should buy?
Best regards,
vifzor
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The only two main considerations IMO (since you already stated you are going to root, so Samsung Pay is out):
N950F/D has full dual-SIM functionality out of the box, so if you need dual SIM this would seem like a smart choice
N950N can be purchased in a 256gb internal capacity version which is great if you want large internal storage
Since you are going to run a custom ROM anyway, there is no functional difference between the two, save for dual-SIM on the F/D
As others mentioned, one potential issue with the N950F or F/D is that they need to be SIM-activated in their intended region before you can use them with a different country SIM card, and people have found that the OEM Unlock (to unlock the bootloader) option is either missing, doesn't show up for 7 days after first use, or disappears after flashing new firmware or ROMs. This is not an issue with the Korean N950N as Korean models are never region, SIM, or carrier locked and do not require the local SIM activation.
Kalm_Traveler said:
The only two main considerations IMO (since you already stated you are going to root, so Samsung Pay is out):
N950F/D has full dual-SIM functionality out of the box, so if you need dual SIM this would seem like a smart choice
N950N can be purchased in a 256gb internal capacity version which is great if you want large internal storage
Since you are going to run a custom ROM anyway, there is no functional difference between the two, save for dual-SIM on the F/D
As others mentioned, one potential issue with the N950F or F/D is that they need to be SIM-activated in their intended region before you can use them with a different country SIM card, and people have found that the OEM Unlock (to unlock the bootloader) option is either missing, doesn't show up for 7 days after first use, or disappears after flashing new firmware or ROMs. This is not an issue with the Korean N950N as Korean models are never region, SIM, or carrier locked and do not require the local SIM activation.
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mhh..
So seems like buying the N950F or F/D is like playing lottery?
I guess I'll go for the N950N then. But the price is much more expensive because of the custom fee unfortunately...
vifzor said:
mhh..
So seems like buying the N950F or F/D is like playing lottery?
I guess I'll go for the N950N then. But the price is much more expensive because of the custom fee unfortunately...
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Then the LTE speeds in the USA will suffer.
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Limeybastard said:
Then the LTE speeds in the USA will suffer.
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depends on the provider used, the N950N supports all 3 of T-Mobile's main bands 2, 4, and 12 and I'm regularly getting download speeds over 100 Mbps, uploads around 40 Mbps, which is faster than what my T-Mobile-branded Note 5 got in the same areas.
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depends on the provider used, the N950N supports all 3 of T-Mobile's main bands 2, 4, and 12 and I'm regularly getting download speeds over 100 Mbps, uploads around 40 Mbps, which is faster than what my T-Mobile-branded Note 5 got in the same areas.
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Mr Kalm_Traveler, is the Korean N8 the best N8 worldwide.?
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Limeybastard said:
Mr Kalm_Traveler, is the Korean N8 the best N8 worldwide.?
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haha 'best' is arbitrary depending on what you want out of a Note 8. It's my preferred because I wanted Exynos, 256gb internal storage, and supported LTE bands for my carrier. For anyone who needs dual-sim functionality I would direct them to the N950F/D or I believe there is an N9500 dual-SIM model in Hong Kong. If someone just wants a Note 8 and won't need dual SIM, lots of internal space, and won't want to root it, the 'best' Note 8 is likely the one that their carrier offers.
I plan to buy N950N 256 go in South Korea because I'm scared about custom fee(only possible to buy phone from outside Europe) and I want to go to SK anyway.
But If I buy N950N in South Korea can I start using it there or should I wait to use it for the first time in Belgium? I guess it should be fine but I'm not sure.
vifzor said:
I plan to buy N950N 256 go in South Korea because I'm scared about custom fee(only possible to buy phone from outside Europe) and I want to go to SK anyway.
But If I buy N950N in South Korea can I start using it there or should I wait to use it for the first time in Belgium? I guess it should be fine but I'm not sure.
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You mean if it is region locked?
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Limeybastard said:
You mean if it is region locked?
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Yes, I'm planning to buy this phone : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075Y29JGF/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A613J2Y1GRBOO&psc=1
But I'm concerned also by the fact there is CDMA, is it a big deal?
Best regards,
vifzor
vifzor said:
Yes, I'm planning to buy this phone : https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075Y29JGF/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A613J2Y1GRBOO&psc=1
But I'm concerned also by the fact there is CDMA, is it a big deal?
Best regards,
vifzor
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The Amazon link you mentioned says it's not CDMA. So it seems to be an Exynos Korean version. If it was CDMA then it would be a Snapdragon Note 8 which would still work in Belgium if there is no region lock or SP lock.
EDIT, I searched google and came up with this thread about the SM-N950N all the information is on the first post. thank you
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-8/help/sm-n950n-t3700818
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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 N960FD Dual sim 6GB/128GB

Hello there,
It's my first post here. Currently I am using samsung galaxy a3 2017.
I want to buy note 9. There is couple versions available at eglobalcentral and I'm looking for unlocked and eu/uk version.
Currently I'm with three, but dual sim option is tempting since I travel a lot.
Do you know if version n960fd is free of career useless apps and if it will be working fine in Ireland? Lte vise it should be working to my knowledge but I wanted to ask for your advice.
Regards,
Rafal
thunderfury_rafal said:
Hello there,
It's my first post here. Currently I am using samsung galaxy a3 2017.
I want to buy note 9. There is couple versions available at eglobalcentral and I'm looking for unlocked and eu/uk version.
Currently I'm with three, but dual sim option is tempting since I travel a lot.
Do you know if version n960fd is free of career useless apps and if it will be working fine in Ireland? Lte vise it should be working to my knowledge but I wanted to ask for your advice.
Regards,
Rafal
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i know 1800 mhz is Three LTE network, here in the UK as that's the band they purchased for 4G LTE i'm not sure about ireland. Also make sure you get the Exynos as it supports all LTE bands globally same for HSPDA, HSDPA+, 3G Etc,
Also im not sure about sim unlocked as i purchased my note direct from Samsung UK i have to make a full 5 min call in the UK/EU before i can use it in the asian region, or globally as there's a sticker on the box that warns me about that!
i aint sure if one would have to make the call in asia i.e Hong Kong for full 5 mins before it starts to work over here in the UK or in your case ireland,
as eGlobal is based in Hong Kong all is stock is for the Asian market...
i could be wrong i'm sure some XDA user will know the answer!
Hey, bump up on this thread.
I bought the model mentioned in the headline.
I did not try dual sim (or 2nd sim slot) in terms of LTE, but I have received a UK version of the phone from global central. It was 690 with shipping.
Everything works as intended and I'm happy with the device.

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