[tmartz]

So this is a big thing to me because im looking into haveing the best storm i can because its been my fav phone so far.. Ive seen many people discussing this but its more of a argument then the real facts. Some people say same guts others argue its all different well can someone please tell me what would be the best bet to have for Tmobile US. What would have better service and all around run better for Tmobile. Thanks guys

[fausty]

The 9530 is a CDMA phone, 9500 is GSM.

[howarmat]

Most people get the 9530 since is readily available, i have often thought the 9500 is a better choice though. The GSM radio's are both the same but since its purely GSM oriented i would think its probably better. Again there are no facts to this though.

[tmartz]

Yeah thats what i mean i wouldnt think theyd be the same

[tmartz]

Does anybody have a real answer for this

[bkeaver]

there is no difference at all in hardware except 9500 has no cdma bands there for there is no difference except for maybe the unlocking process. The 9500 is more straight forward in that aspect of it. Other than that no difference...

[victor2244]

well, im on brazil and in here we have just gsm carriers, CDMA are dead (3 years ago)...
i bought a 9500 because i sent an email to rim asking your question,,, they answered me that 9500 is better for gsm, and 9530, for cdma...
i have my storm for 2 months, and i never had any problem, it works in 3G.... Just perfect... (My carrier is Claro)