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Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920) vs Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)

Side by side comparison between Nokia Asha 503 vs Sony Xperia Z phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Sony Xperia Z X Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920) 02Points
3"
TFT

240x320

5
MP
128MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

vs
30Points Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE) Compare Nokia Asha 503 X
5"
TFT

1080x1920

13
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2330
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia Z (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!

Asha 503 (RM-920)} 2 Advantages Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920) vs Xperia Z (4G LTE)} 30 Advantages Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
+110 grams (3.85 ounces)33%
Lighter
vs146 grams (5.11 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
128MBvs+2GB LPDDR215 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
5MBvs+16GB (12GB available)2457 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 64GB microSD, microSDHC100%
More external storage for files using memory cards
12.7 millimeters (0.5 inches)vs+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)61%
Thinner
260 thousandvs+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
240x320 pixelsvs+1080x1920 pixels26 times
Higher resolution screen
133 PPIvs+441 PPI2 times
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3"vs+5"67%
Larger screen
(back) 5MPvs+(back) 13MP154%
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+HDR photo/video only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
1/4" inchesvs+1/3" inches33%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
Not supportedvs+(front) 2.1MPAdvantage
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
3G HSUPAvs+4G LTEAdvantage
The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE) 100 Mbps13 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAhvs+2330 mAh94%
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+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supportedvs+Micro-B USB MHLAdvantage
The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
Not supportedvs+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
3.0 + A2DPvs+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
HTML, XHTMLvs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
Not supportedvs+Waterproof (IP?)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

16 Common items in both devices
TFT LCD
LED flash
Only digital zoom
f/2.4 (aperture)
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
+9 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

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
ModelAsha 503 (RM-920)Xperia Z (4G LTE)
Other model namesNokia Asha 503 RM-920, Nokia Asha 503 RM-947, RM-959Sony Xperia Z 4G LTE L36i, L36a, C6603, C6616, Sony Yuga Rex
Country or region availablefeature not registeredfeature not registered
BrandNokiaSony
Release date11/1/20132/1/2013
Depth12.7 millimeters (0.5 inches)7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)60.6 x 102.6 millimeters (2.39 x 4.04 in)71 x 135 millimeters (2.8 x 5.31 in)
Weight110 grams (3.85 ounces)146 grams (5.11 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedWaterproof (IP?)

📲 Display

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT LCD
Screen size3" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~44.8% (screen-to-body ratio)~71.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution240x320 pixels1080x1920 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 2-pointsCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)133 PPI441 PPI
Colors260 thousand16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla GlassScratch-resistant glass
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

🤖 Operating System

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
System versionNokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.1Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 4.4.4 KitKat
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
Chipset32bit32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro (APQ8064) (28nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
Single-core
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.5GHz Krait 300 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerfeature not registeredQualcomm Adreno 320 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
RAM memory128MB2GB LPDDR2
Internal storage5MB16GB (12GB available)
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 64GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload7.2/5.76 Mbps100/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 900/2100UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE 800/850/900/1800/2100/2600
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels13 megapixels
Main camera resolution2592x1944 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)QVGA (320x240) 15 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/4" inches1/3" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusNot supportedAutofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredfeature not registered
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
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 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.263MP4, WMV, H.263, H.264
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, AACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedMicro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth3.0 + A2DP4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSNot supportedA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portfeature not registeredNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-4U
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity1200 mAh2330 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy4.5 hours14 hours
Standby840 hours (35 days)530 hours (22.1 days)

➕ Other features

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
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, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, Blue, Yellow, White, Red, Green
• 4GB microSD included
• Nokia Life
• Support WhatsApp and eBuddy IM
Java framework
• Colors: Black, White, Purple
• Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2
• Exmor RS™ mobile with HDR
• Timescape UI
• PlayNow
• 3D surround sound
• xLOUD
• 16x digital zoom
• 3D sweep panorama
• Dust and water resistant
Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Nokia Asha 503 (RM-920)Sony Xperia Z (4G LTE)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)1.43W/kg (head), 0.64W/kg (body)feature not registered
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