Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G) vs Apple iPhone 3G (8GB)

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Side by side comparison between Microsoft Lumia 650 vs Apple iPhone 3G phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

3/2/2016 6:57 PM, updated: 9/27/2024 5:08 AM

Compare Apple iPhone 3G X Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G) 31Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
AMOLED

720x1280

8
MP

5mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2000
mAh

(Removable)

01Point Apple iPhone 3G (8GB) Compare Microsoft Lumia 650 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

2
MP

128MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)

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31 Advantages Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	vs	1 Advantage Apple iPhone 3G (8GB)
+1.3GHz 32bit Quad-core4 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	412MHz 32bit Single-core
+1GB LPDDR37 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	128MB SDRAM
+16GB (11GB available)83% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	8GB (6GB available)
+Until 200GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+122 grams (4.27 ounces)9% Lighter	vs	133 grams (4.66 ounces)
+6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)78% Thinner	vs	12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)
+AMOLEDAdvantage AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+720x1280 pixels5 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+294 PPI78% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	165 PPI
+5"43% Larger screen	vs	3.5"
+(back) 8MP3 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 2MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+Only digital zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Not supported
+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 5MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+HD (1280x720)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Not supported
+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSDPA
+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps41 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+2000 mAh74% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1150 mAh
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	2.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML
1000000 apps (Windows Store)	vs	+2300000 apps (App Store)130% More apps available to download and use

11 Common items in both devices

16 million

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Proximity sensor

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

+4 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Other model names	Microsoft Lumia 650 Single Sim RM-1152, Microsoft Saana	iPhone 3G, iPhone 2
Country or region available	Canada, USA	(Global, International)
Brand	Microsoft	Apple
Release date	2/18/2016	7/1/2008
Depth	6.9 millimeters (0.27 inches)	12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)
Size (width x height)	70.9 x 142 millimeters (2.79 x 5.59 in)	62.1 x 115.5 millimeters (2.44 x 4.55 in)
Weight	122 grams (4.27 ounces)	133 grams (4.66 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Display type	AMOLED	TFT LCD
Screen size	5" inches	3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~68.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~50.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	720x1280 pixels	320x480 pixels (3:2)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	294 PPI	165 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Gorilla Glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
System version	Windows 10 Mobile	iOS 2.0
Firmware update	feature not registered	iOS 4.0
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 212 MSM8909v2 (28nm)	32bit: Samsung S5L8900
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 412MHz ARM1176JZF-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 304	PowerVR MBX Lite
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR3	128MB SDRAM
Internal storage	16GB (11GB available)	8GB (6GB available) Flash (EEPROM)
External storage	Until 200GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	150/50 Mbps	3.6 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	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 850/900/2100	UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat4 800/900/1800/2100/2600 (Bands 1,3,7,8,20)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
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
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Back camera (main camera)	8 megapixels	2 megapixels
Main camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720) 30 fps	Not supported
Flash	LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/4" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Not supported
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Front camera (secondary)	5 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	HD (1280x720)	Not supported
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
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	1 microphone
Radio	FM (RDS)	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263	feature not registered
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, iTunes
🔌 Connectivity
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Proprietary TV-out
Bluetooth	4.1 + A2DP	2.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	2000 mAh	1150 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	13 hours	10 hours
Standby	624 hours (26 days)	300 hours (12.5 days)
➕ Other features
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS, MMS, E-mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White • Aluminium frame • ClearBlack display • OneDrive 15GB • WiFi hotspot	• Colors: Black, White
☢️ Radiation rate
	Microsoft Lumia 650 (4G)	iPhone 3G (8GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	0.52W/kg (head), 1.29W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.56W/kg (head), 0.23W/kg (body)