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Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900) vs Motorola XT928

Side by side comparison between Nokia Asha 501 vs Motorola XT928 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Motorola XT928 X Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900) 03Points
3"
TFT

240x320

3.1
MP
64MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

vs
4.5"
TFT

720x1280

13
MP

1mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1730
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola XT928

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Asha 501 (RM-900)} 3 Advantages Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900) vs XT928} 24 Advantages Motorola XT928
+98 grams (3.43 ounces)52%
Lighter
vs149 grams (5.22 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 3.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs2.1 + A2DP
64MBvs+1GB LPDDR215 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
128MBvs+16GB127 times
More internal storage for applications and files
12.1 millimeters (0.48 inches)vs+9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)22%
Thinner
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixelsvs+720x1280 pixels11 times
Higher resolution screen
133 PPIvs+326 PPI145%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3"vs+4.5"50%
Larger screen
(back) 3.1MPvs+(back) 13MP3 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+(front) 1MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
QVGA (320x240)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)26 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 EDGEvs+3G HSDPAAdvantage
The 3G HSDPA network is newer and faster
(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbpsvs+(3G HSDPA) 3.1 Mbps12 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAhvs+1730 mAh44%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
Not supportedvs+Micro HDMI Type DAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supportedvs+A-GPS, GeoTaggingAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supportedvs+Gorilla GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys

14 Common items in both devices
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
TFT LCD
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
+7 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
 
ModelAsha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
Other model namesNokia Asha 501 RM-899, Nokia Asha 501 RM-900Motorola XT928 for China market
Country or region availablefeature not registeredChina
China
BrandNokiaMotorola
Release date6/1/201312/1/2011
Depth12.1 millimeters (0.48 inches)9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)58 x 99.2 millimeters (2.28 x 3.91 in)67.6 x 134.8 millimeters (2.66 x 5.31 in)
Weight98 grams (3.43 ounces)149 grams (5.22 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
Display typeTFT LCDTFT LCD
Screen size3" inches4.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~48.4% (screen-to-body ratio)~61.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x320 pixels720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 2-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)133 PPI326 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
System versionNokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.0Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread
Firmware updateNokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.4Android 2.3.6 Gingerbread
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
Chipset32bit32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 4430 (45nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
Single-core
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A9 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredPowerVR SGX540 MP1 (365MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
RAM memory64MB1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage128MB16GB
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload0.236 Mbps3.1 Mbps
Network technology2G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandDual-Band 900/1800Tri-Band 900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM RM-899: 900/1800 - RM-900: 850/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkNot supportedCDMA2000 1xEV-DO, UMTS 2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
Back camera (main camera)3.1 megapixels13 megapixels
Main camera resolution2048x1536 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)QVGA (320x240) 15 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/2.8 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusNot supportedAutofocus
Touch focusNot supportedfeature not registered
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredfeature not registered
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection
BSI sensorNot supportedfeature not registered
HDRNot supportedfeature not registered
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
Front camera (secondary)Not supported1 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported1280x720 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedHD (1280x720)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationNot supportedfeature not registered
RadioFMFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, AAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro HDMI Type D
Bluetooth3.0 + A2DP2.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNANot supportedfeature not registered
GPSNot supportedA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedfeature not registered

🧭 Sensors

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
SensorsAccelerometer
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-4U
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity1200 mAh1730 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy17 hours7.6 hours
Standby1152 hours (48 days)260 hours (10.8 days)

➕ Other features

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
Call controlVoice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTMLHTML, XHTML, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White, Red, Green, Cyan, Yellow
• 4GB microSD card included
• Facebook and Twitter
Java framework
• Colors: Black
• Dual-mode GSM/CDMA phone
• Touch-focus
• Dolby Digital Plus sound
• DLNA
• WiFi hotspot
• Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic
Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Nokia Asha 501 (RM-900)Motorola XT928
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1W/kg (head), 0.62W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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