Motorola Moto E (XT1021) vs Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)

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

5/14/2014 11:26 AM, updated: 6/19/2025 4:32 PM

Compare Sony Xperia ZR X Motorola Moto E (XT1021) 00Point

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.3"
TFT

540x960

5
MP

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1980
mAh

(Non removable)

27Points Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE) Compare Motorola Moto E X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.55"
TFT

720x1280

13
MP

0.3mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2300
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)

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!

0 Advantage Motorola Moto E (XT1021)	vs	27 Advantages Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
1.2GHz 32bit Dual-core (28nm)	vs	+1.5GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)46% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB LPDDR2	vs	+2GB LPDDR2100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (2.2GB available)	vs	+8GB (4.49GB available)104% More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC	vs	+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC100% More external storage for files using memory cards
142 grams (4.97 ounces)	vs	+138 grams (4.83 ounces)3% Lighter
12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)	vs	+10.5 millimeters (0.41 inches)17% Thinner
540x960 pixels	vs	+720x1280 pixels78% Higher resolution screen
256 PPI	vs	+323 PPI26% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4.3"	vs	+4.55"6% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(back) 13MP154% 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	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+(front) 0.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
FWVGA (854x480)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)4 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
3G+ HSPA+	vs	+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps4 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1980 mAh	vs	+2300 mAh16% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 microphone	vs	+2 microphones100% More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+Micro-B USB MHLAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Water splash resistant (don't immerse)	vs	+IP58 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

22 Common items in both devices

TFT LCD

60Hz

16 million

Only digital zoom

HDR photo only main camera / HDR photo/video only main camera

Android 5.1.1 Lollipop

Capacitive

+15 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Moto E (XT1021)	Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Other model names	Motorola Moto E 2014, Moto E1, Motorola XT1021	Sony Xperia ZR C5503, Xperia ZR M36i C5503, Sony Dogo
Country or region available	(Latin America), (Global, International), USA	(Global, International)
Brand	Motorola	Sony
Release date	5/13/2014	6/1/2013, Announced: 5/24/2013
Depth	12.3 millimeters (0.48 inches)	10.5 millimeters (0.41 inches)
Size (width x height)	64.8 x 124.8 millimeters (2.55 x 4.91 in)	67.3 x 131.3 millimeters (2.65 x 5.17 in)
Weight	142 grams (4.97 ounces)	138 grams (4.83 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Water splash resistant (don't immerse)	IP58 certified: dust/water resistant up to 1 meter and 30min
📲 Display
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	4.3" inches	4.55" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~63% (screen-to-body ratio)	~64.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	540x960 pixels	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	256 PPI	323 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 3	Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Not supported	Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2
🤖 Operating System
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
System version	Android 4.4.2 KitKat	Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware update	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop	Android 5.1.1 Lollipop
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8210) (28nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro (APQ8064) (28nm)
CPU	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Dual-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.5GHz Krait 300 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 302 (400MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 320 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR2	2GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	4GB (2.2GB available)	8GB (4.49GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	21/5.76 Mbps	100/50 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 850/900/1900/2100	UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat3 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+	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
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	FWVGA (854x480) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	LED flash
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
Autofocus	Not supported	Autofocus
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo only main camera	HDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	Sweep panorama
📸 Front camera
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	VGA (640x480)
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
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	2 microphones
Radio	FM	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, DivX, XviD, H.263, H.264, WMV	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth	4.0 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	1980 mAh	2300 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	22 hours	13 hours
Standby	feature not registered	520 hours (21.7 days)
➕ Other features
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push 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: Black, White • Oleophobic coating screen • Picture-taking during video recording • WiFi hotspot Java framework	• Colors: Black, White, Pink, Mint Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Moto E (XT1021)	Sony Xperia ZR (4G LTE)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	1.25W/kg (head), 0.76W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	0.79W/kg (head)