Motorola IronRock (XT626) vs Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)

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Side by side comparison between Motorola IronRock vs Sony Xperia E phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

10/6/2013 3:39 PM, updated: 11/3/2021 11:26 AM

Compare Sony Xperia E X Motorola IronRock (XT626) 14Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.3"
TFT

540x960

8
MP

1.3mp

1GB
RAM

Single-core

1880
mAh

(Removable)

09Points Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim) Compare Motorola IronRock X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.5"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1530
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola IronRock (XT626)

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14 Advantages Motorola IronRock (XT626)	vs	9 Advantages Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
+1.2GHz 32bit Single-core20% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	1GHz 32bit Single-core (45nm)
+1GB LPDDR2100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	512MB LPDDR
+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	260 thousand
+540x960 pixels2 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+256 PPI55% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	165 PPI
+4.3"23% Larger screen	vs	3.5"
+(back) 8MP154% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 3.1MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+(front) 1.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+HD (1280x720)2 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	VGA (640x480)
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+1880 mAh23% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1530 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+Micro HDMI Type DAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable	vs	Not supported
4GB (1GB available)	vs	+4GB (2GB available)100% More internal storage for applications and files
165 grams (5.78 ounces)	vs	+116 grams (4.06 ounces)42% Lighter
Not supported	vs	+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread	vs	+Android 4.1.1 Jelly BeanAdvantage Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean is newer and safer
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.
HTML, XHTML, Flash player	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supported	vs	+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

20 Common items in both devices

Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC

11 millimeters (0.43 inches)

TFT LCD

Only digital zoom

3G HSUPA

7.2 Mbps

Capacitive

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	IronRock (XT626)	Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Other model names	Nextel Motorola Iron Rock XT626, Motorola Double V	Sony Xperia E C1605, Sony Nanhu DS
Country or region available	(Global, International), (Latin America), Brazil	(Global, International)
Brand	Motorola	Sony
Release date	7/1/2012	1/1/2013
Depth	11 millimeters (0.43 inches)	11 millimeters (0.43 inches)
Size (width x height)	67 x 127.9 millimeters (2.64 x 5.04 in)	61.8 x 113.5 millimeters (2.43 x 4.47 in)
Weight	165 grams (5.78 ounces)	116 grams (4.06 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	4.3" inches	3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~59.5% (screen-to-body ratio)	~52% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	540x960 pixels	320x480 pixels (3:2)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	256 PPI	165 PPI
Colors	16 million	260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
System version	Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 MSM8255T (45nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 (MSM7227A) (45nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1.2GHz Scorpion (Single-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 205	Qualcomm Adreno 200 (245MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 1153 (v3)
💽 Memory and storage
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR2	512MB LPDDR
Internal storage	4GB (1GB available)	4GB (2GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2/5.76 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Dual-Band 800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	UMTS 1700/1900/2100	C1605 model: UMTS 900/2100 C1604 model: UMTS 850/1900/2100
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
Secondary 2G network	iDEN 800	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	iDEN	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Back camera (main camera)	8 megapixels	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720)	VGA (640x480) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	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
Autofocus	Not supported	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Front camera (secondary)	1.3 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	1280x1024 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	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
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, AAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Micro HDMI Type D	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BF6X	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	1880 mAh	1530 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	4 hours	6.3 hours
Standby	192 hours (8 days)	530 hours (22.1 days)
➕ Other features
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black • 2GB or 8GB microSD included • Quickoffice • Push-to-Talk (PTT) • HAC M3/T3 • VPN IPSec • Digital compass • WiFi hotspot Java framework	• Colors: Black, Gold • Sony xLOUD • 3D surround sound • HD Voice • Wi-Fi hotspot Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Motorola IronRock (XT626)	Sony Xperia E (Dual-sim)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered