Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012A) vs Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)

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Side by side comparison between Alcatel One Touch Fire vs Sony Xperia M4 Aqua phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

5/31/2015 12:58 PM, updated: 1/24/2023 2:34 PM

Compare Sony Xperia M4 Aqua X Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012A) 02Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

256MB
RAM

Single-core

1400
mAh

(Removable)

30Points Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB) Compare Alcatel One Touch Fire X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
IPS

720x1280

13
MP

5mp

2GB
RAM

Octa-core

2400
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

2 Advantages Alcatel One Touch Fire (4012A)	vs	30 Advantages Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
+108 grams (3.78 ounces)25% Lighter	vs	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
1GHz 32bit Single-core (45nm)	vs	+1.5GHz 64bit Octa-core189% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB LPDDR	vs	+2GB LPDDR37 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
512MB (160MB available)	vs	+8GB (3GB available)18 times More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC	vs	+Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC3 times More external storage for files using memory cards
12.2 millimeters (0.48 inches)	vs	+7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)67% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousand	vs	+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
320x480 pixels	vs	+720x1280 pixels5 times Higher resolution screen
165 PPI	vs	+294 PPI78% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.5"	vs	+5"43% Larger screen
(back) 3.1MP	vs	+(back) 13MP3 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo/video only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supported	vs	+(front) 5MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
VGA (640x480)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)6 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
1000 apps (Firefox Marketplace)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times More apps available to download and use
3G HSUPA	vs	+3G+ HSPA+Advantage The 3G+ HSPA+ network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps	vs	+(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps5 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Single	vs	+MultitouchAdvantage Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1400 mAh	vs	+2400 mAh71% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
3.0	vs	+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supported	vs	+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+Waterproof (IP?)Advantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

13 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

Proximity sensor

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

+6 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	One Touch Fire (4012A)	Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Other model names	Alcatel Firefox OT-4012A	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua Dual Sim E2312, Sony E2312, Tulip DS
Country or region available	(Latin America), Canada, USA	feature not registered
Brand	Alcatel	Sony
Release date	6/1/2013, Announced: 2/1/2013	6/1/2015
Depth	12.2 millimeters (0.48 inches)	7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)
Size (width x height)	62.3 x 115 millimeters (2.45 x 4.53 in)	72.59 x 145.5 millimeters (2.86 x 5.73 in)
Weight	108 grams (3.78 ounces)	135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Waterproof (IP?)
📲 Display
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	3.5" inches	5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~50.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~65.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x480 pixels (3:2)	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Single touch 1-point	Capacitive Multitouch 4-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	165 PPI	294 PPI
Colors	260 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	Not supported	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
System version	Firefox OS 1.0	Android 5.0 Lollipop
Firmware update	Firefox OS 1.1	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 (MSM7227A) (45nm)	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 MSM8939 (28nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Single-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 1.5GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) 4x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 200 (245MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 405
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
RAM memory	256MB LPDDR	2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	512MB (160MB available)	8GB (3GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 128GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2/5.76 Mbps	42/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 850/1900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Back camera (main camera)	3.1 megapixels	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2048x1536 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	VGA (640x480) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Not supported	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	feature not registered
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264	MP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, AAC+, OGG	MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	3.0	4.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) TLi014A1	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1400 mAh	2400 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	3 hours	13.3 hours
Standby	220 hours (9.2 days)	488 hours (20.3 days)
➕ Other features
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Orange, Green, White • Firefox browser	• Colors: Black, White, Coral, Silver • Sony Exmor RS sensor • 3D Surround Sound • ANT+ • Miracast • WiFi direct • IP68 certified: dust and water proof up to 1.5 meter and 30min
☢️ Radiation rate
	Alcatel Fire (4012A)	Sony Xperia M4 Aqua (Dual 3G 8GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	1.45W/kg (head), 1.3W/kg (body)	feature not registered