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Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940) vs Nokia 2.3

Side by side comparison between Nokia Lumia 1520 vs Nokia 2.3 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia 2.3 X Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940) 14Points
6"
IPS

1080x1920

20.1
MP

1.2mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

3400
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
6.2"
IPS

720x1520

13
MP

5mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Nokia 2.3

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Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)} 14 Advantages Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940) vs 2.3} 15 Advantages Nokia 2.3
+1080x1920 pixels89%
Higher resolution screen
vs720x1520 pixels
+367 PPI35%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs271 PPI
+(back) 20.1MP36%
Higher resolution main camera
vs(dual camera) 13MP + 2MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsEIS: Digital stabilization
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+1/2.5" inches24%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
vs1/3.1" inches
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vsNot supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+Gorilla Glass 2Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
2.2GHz 32bit Quad-corevs+2GHz 64bit Quad-core (12nm)16%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
16GB (12GB available)vs+32GB (22GB available)83%
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 64GB microSD, microSDXCvs+Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC7 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
209 grams (7.32 ounces)vs+183 grams (6.41 ounces)14%
Lighter
8.7 millimeters (0.34 inches)vs+8.68 millimeters (0.34 inches)1%
Thinner
6"vs+6.2"3%
Larger screen
Not supportedvs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
f/2.4 (aperture)vs+f/2.2 (aperture)9%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 1.2MPvs+(front) 5MP3 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
(front) HD (1280x720)vs+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)125%
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
700000 apps (Marketplace)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)4 times
More apps available to download and use
Not supportedvs+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
3400 mAhvs+4000 mAh18%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
4.0 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster

22 Common items in both devices
2GB LPDDR3
TFT IPS LCD
16 million
Only digital zoom
Autofocus
Full HD (1920x1080)
4G LTE
+15 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
 
ModelLumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
Other model namesAT&T Nokia Lumia 1520 RM-940 (Rogers/Telus/Bell)Nokia 2.3 TA-1206, TA-1209, TA-1211, TA-1214 (NK003-NK005)
Country or region availableCanadaUSA
Canada, USA
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandNokiaNokia
Release date11/1/201312/19/2019, Announced: 12/5/2019
Depth8.7 millimeters (0.34 inches)8.68 millimeters (0.34 inches)
Size (width x height)85.4 x 162.8 millimeters (3.36 x 6.41 in)75.41 x 157.69 millimeters (2.97 x 6.21 in)
Weight209 grams (7.32 ounces)183 grams (6.41 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
Display typeTFT IPS LCDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size6" inches6.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~71.4% (screen-to-body ratio)~80.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels720x1520 pixels (19:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)367 PPI271 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 2Not supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredAlways-On Display

🤖 Operating System

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
System versionWindows Phone 8.0 GDR3Android 9.0 Pie
Firmware updateWindows Phone 8.1Android 11
User Interfacefeature not registeredAndroid One

⚙️ Processor

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974 (28nm)64bit: MediaTek Helio A22 (MT6761) (12nm)
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.2GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 330PowerVR GE8320 (660MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
RAM memory2GB LPDDR32GB LPDDR3
Internal storage16GB (12GB available)32GB (22GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 512GB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 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 850/900/1900/2100Global version:
UMTS 850/900/2100
Latin America, USA version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat4 700/850/1700/1900/2600 (Bands 2,4,5,7,17)LTE Cat4
Global version:
LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40, 41)
America version:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28, 66)
India version:
LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 8)
TD-LTE (Bands 40, 41)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedGlobal version:
UMTS 850/900/2100
Latin America, USA version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat4
Global version:
LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40, 41)
America version:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 28, 66)
India version:
LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 8)
TD-LTE (Bands 40, 41)
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE

📷 Camera

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
Back camera (main camera)20.1 megapixels(dual camera)
13 megapixels
2MP depth
Main camera resolution5376x3744 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/2.5" inches1/3.1" inches
Pixel size1.12µm pixel1.12µm pixel
AutofocusAutofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
Front camera (secondary)1.2 megapixels5 megapixels
Front camera resolution1280x960 pixels2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (secondary)HD (1280x720)Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or moreNot supported
RadioFM (RDS)FM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, WMV, DivX, XviDMP4, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Face unlock
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
BV-4BW
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity3400 mAh4000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy25 hours (1 days)feature not registered
Standby768 hours (32 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White, Yellow, Red
• Windows Phone 8 Black UI
• Qi Wireless Charging
• Dolby Digital
• USB On-the-go 1.3
• 7GB SkyDrive
• Nokia PureMotion HD+ ClearBlack display
• Nokia PureView camera
• Carl Zeiss optics
• Dual capture camera
• Panorama photo
• WiFi hotspot
• Colors: Cyan Green, Sand, Charcoal

☢️ Radiation rate

Nokia Lumia 1520 (4G 16GB RM-940)Nokia 2.3
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.81W/kg (head), 0.86W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.41W/kg (head), 1.4W/kg (body)
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