Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986) vs Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)

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Side by side comparison between Nokia Asha 230 vs Sony Xperia Tipo phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/5/2016 9:38 PM, updated: 10/1/2024 10:19 PM

Compare Sony Xperia Tipo X Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986) 04Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.8"
TFT

240x320

1.2
MP

64MB
RAM

Dual-core

1020
mAh

(Removable)

17Points Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a) Compare Nokia Asha 230 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)

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 Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	vs	17 Advantages Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
+1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)50% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	800MHz 32bit Single-core
+89 grams (3.12 ounces)11% Lighter	vs	99 grams (3.47 ounces)
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+3.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 3.0 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	2.1 + A2DP
64MB LPDDR	vs	+512MB LPDDR7 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
64MB	vs	+4GB (2.49GB available)39 times More internal storage for applications and files
13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)	vs	+13 millimeters (0.51 inches)2% Thinner
240x320 pixels	vs	+320x480 pixels100% Higher resolution screen
143 PPI	vs	+180 PPI26% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.8"	vs	+3.2"14% Larger screen
(back) 1.2MP	vs	+(back) 3.1MP156% Higher resolution main camera
QVGA (320x240)	vs	+VGA (640x480)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
1000 apps (Nokia Store)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times More apps available to download and use
2G EDGE	vs	+3G HSUPAAdvantage The 3G HSUPA network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbps	vs	+(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps30 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
1020 mAh	vs	+1500 mAh47% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
HTML, XHTML	vs	+HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash playerAdvantage 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

15 Common items in both devices

Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC

TFT LCD

260 thousand

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

+8 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Asha 230 (RM-986)	Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Other model names	Nokia Asha 230 Dual-SIM RM-986	Sony Xperia tipo Single-Sim, Sony ST21a, Sony Tapioca SS
Country or region available	(Global, International)	(Latin America), Canada, USA
Brand	Nokia	Sony
Release date	2/24/2014	9/1/2012
Depth	13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)	13 millimeters (0.51 inches)
Size (width x height)	58.6 x 99.5 millimeters (2.31 x 3.92 in)	57 x 103 millimeters (2.24 x 4.06 in)
Weight	89 grams (3.12 ounces)	99 grams (3.47 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	2.8" inches	3.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~41.6% (screen-to-body ratio)	~51.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x320 pixels (4:3)	320x480 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	143 PPI	180 PPI
Colors	260 thousand	260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	Not supported	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
System version	Nokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.1	Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
Firmware update	Nokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.4	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS
User Interface	Series 40 Theme v2.0 UI	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play (MSM8225) (45nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7225A
CPU	Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Dual-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 800MHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 203 (320MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 200
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
RAM memory	64MB LPDDR	512MB LPDDR
Internal storage	64MB eMMC 4.41	4GB (2.49GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	0.236 Mbps	7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G	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	Not supported	UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Back camera (main camera)	1.2 megapixels	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	1280x960 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	QVGA (320x240) 25 fps	VGA (640x480) 30 fps
Flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.8 (aperture)	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	Not supported
Touch focus	Not supported	Supported
Image stabilization	Not supported	feature not registered
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Not supported
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front camera resolution	Not supported	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
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	Not supported
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.263	MP4, H.264, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, AAC	MP3, WMA, WAV, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	Not supported	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Sensors	Accelerometer Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-5C	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BA700
Battery capacity	1020 mAh	1500 mAh
Charger, watts	5W Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	11 hours	4.5 hours
Standby	500 hours (20.8 days)	545 hours (22.7 days)
➕ Other features
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
Call control	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	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML	HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Bright Red, Yellow, Bright Green, White, Cyan Nokia Glance Java framework	• Colors: Black, White, Red, Navy Blue • Sony xLOUD • WiFi hotspot Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.07W/kg (head), 0.77W/kg (body)	1.37W/kg (head), 0.74W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.67W/kg (head), 0.59W/kg (body)	1.62W/kg (head), 1.3W/kg (body)