Apple iPhone 3G (16GB) vs Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)

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Side by side comparison between Apple iPhone 3G vs Nokia Lumia 1520 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/12/2017 8:15 PM, updated: 9/27/2024 5:08 AM

Compare Nokia Lumia 1520 X Apple iPhone 3G (16GB) 04Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

2
MP

128MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Non removable)

30Points Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940) Compare Apple iPhone 3G X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6"
IPS

1080x1920

20.1
MP

1.2mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

3400
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)

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!

4 Advantages Apple iPhone 3G (16GB)	vs	30 Advantages Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
+16GB (14GB available)17% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	16GB (12GB available)
+133 grams (4.66 ounces)57% Lighter	vs	209 grams (7.32 ounces)
+2300000 apps (App Store)2 times More apps available to download and use	vs	700000 apps (Marketplace)
+Proprietary TV-outAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable	vs	Not supported
412MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+2.2GHz 32bit Quad-core7 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
128MB SDRAM	vs	+2GB LPDDR315 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
Not supported	vs	+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)	vs	+8.7 millimeters (0.34 inches)41% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
320x480 pixels	vs	+1080x1920 pixels13 times Higher resolution screen
165 PPI	vs	+367 PPI122% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.5"	vs	+6"71% Larger screen
(back) 2MP	vs	+(back) 20.1MP9 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+Only digital zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supported	vs	+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+(front) 1.2MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
Not supported	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
3G HSDPA	vs	+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps41 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1150 mAh	vs	+3400 mAh196% 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
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
802.11 b/g [wifi3]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
2.0 + A2DP	vs	+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
HTML, XHTML	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet

12 Common items in both devices

16 million

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Proximity sensor

Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)

Hands-free calling

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📱 Model features
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Other model names	iPhone 3G, iPhone 2	AT&T Nokia Lumia 1520 RM-940 (Rogers/Telus/Bell)
Country or region available	(Global, International)	Canada, USA
Brand	Apple	Nokia
Release date	7/1/2008	11/1/2013
Depth	12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)	8.7 millimeters (0.34 inches)
Size (width x height)	62.1 x 115.5 millimeters (2.44 x 4.55 in)	85.4 x 162.8 millimeters (3.36 x 6.41 in)
Weight	133 grams (4.66 ounces)	209 grams (7.32 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	3.5" inches	6" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~50.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~71.4% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x480 pixels (3:2)	1080x1920 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	165 PPI	367 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass	Gorilla Glass 2
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	Not supported	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
System version	iOS 2.0	Windows Phone 8.0 GDR3
Firmware update	iOS 4.0	Windows Phone 8.1
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Chipset	32bit: Samsung S5L8900	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974 (28nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 412MHz ARM1176JZF-S (Single-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 2.2GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	PowerVR MBX Lite	Qualcomm Adreno 330
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
RAM memory	128MB SDRAM	2GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	16GB (14GB available) Flash (EEPROM)	16GB (12GB available)
External storage	Not supported	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	3.6 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G
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 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat4 700/850/1700/1900/2600 (Bands 2,4,5,7,17)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	Not supported
📷 Camera
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Back camera (main camera)	2 megapixels	20.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	1600x1200 pixels	5376x3744 pixels
Video recording (primary)	Not supported	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	26mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.5" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.12µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Not supported	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	1.2 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	1280x960 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	HD (1280x720)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.4 (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
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	2 microphones or more
Radio	Not supported	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	feature not registered	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV, DivX, XviD
Audio formats	MP3, iTunes	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
USB	USB 2.0 proprietary connector	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Proprietary TV-out	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.0 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Sensors	Accelerometer Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) BV-4BW
Battery capacity	1150 mAh	3400 mAh
Charger, watts	5W (5V/1A) Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	10 hours	25 hours (1 days)
Standby	300 hours (12.5 days)	768 hours (32 days)
➕ Other features
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS, MMS, E-mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White	• Colors: Black, White, Yellow, Red • Windows Phone 8 Black UI • Qi Wireless Charging • Dolby Digital • USB On-the-go 1.3 • 7GB SkyDrive • Nokia PureMotion HD+ ClearBlack display • Nokia PureView camera • Carl Zeiss optics • Dual capture camera • Panorama photo • WiFi hotspot
☢️ Radiation rate
	iPhone 3G (16GB)	Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.52W/kg (head), 1.29W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.56W/kg (head), 0.23W/kg (body)	feature not registered