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Nokia Lumia 520 vs Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)

Side by side comparison between Nokia Lumia 520 vs Sony Xperia 10 Plus phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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4"
IPS

480x800

5
MP
512MB
RAM

Dual-core

1430
mAh

(Removable)

vs
31Points Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213) Compare Nokia Lumia 520 X
6.5"
IPS

1080x2520

12
MP

8mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)

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!

Lumia 520} 3 Advantages Nokia Lumia 520 vs Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)} 31 Advantages Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
+124 grams (4.34 ounces)45%
Lighter
vs180 grams (6.3 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
1GHz 32bit Dual-corevs+1.8GHz 64bit Octa-core (14nm)198%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB LPDDR2vs+4GB LPDDR47 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GB (5GB available)vs+64GB (42GB available)7 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 64GB microSD, microSDXCvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC15 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)vs+8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)19%
Thinner
480x800 pixelsvs+1080x2520 pixels6 times
Higher resolution screen
233 PPIvs+422 PPI81%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4"vs+6.5"63%
Larger screen
(back) 5MPvs+(dual camera) 12MP + 8MP3 times
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Only digital zoomvs+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
Not supportedvs+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
1/4" inchesvs+1/2.8" inches43%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
f/2.4 (aperture)vs+f/1.8 (aperture)33%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Not supportedvs+(front) 8MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
HD (1280x720)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)8 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
700000 apps (Marketplace)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)4 times
More apps available to download and use
3G+ HSPA+vs+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(3G+ HSPA+) 21 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps28 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+PedometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1430 mAhvs+3000 mAh110%
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
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]vs+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
3.0 + A2DPvs+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0vs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.

18 Common items in both devices
TFT IPS LCD
16 million
Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
+11 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
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ModelLumia 520Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
Other model namesNokia Lumia 520 RM-914, Nokia Lumia 520.2 RM-915Sony Xperia 10+ Dual-sim I4213 (4GB RAM), Sony Mermaid
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Europe)(Global, International)
(Europe), (Global, International)
BrandNokiaSony
Release date3/1/20132/27/2019, Announced: 2/25/2019
Depth9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)
Size (width x height)64 x 119.9 millimeters (2.52 x 4.72 in)73 x 167 millimeters (2.87 x 6.57 in)
Weight124 grams (4.34 ounces)180 grams (6.3 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size4" inches6.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~59.3% (screen-to-body ratio)~81% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x800 pixels1080x2520 pixels (21:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)233 PPI422 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 5
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
System versionWindows Phone 8.0 ApolloAndroid 9.0 Pie
Firmware updateWindows Phone 8.0 AmberAndroid 10
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM822764bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 (SDM636) (14nm)
CPUDual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1GHz Krait (Dual-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Gold (Quad-core)
4x 1.6GHz Kryo 260 Silver (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 305Qualcomm Adreno 509 (430MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 147163 (v8)
Geekbench: 1238 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 5fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
RAM memory512MB LPDDR24GB LPDDR4
Internal storage8GB (5GB available)64GB (42GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload21/5.76 Mbps600/50 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 networkRM-915 model:
UMTS 850/1900/2100
RM-917 model:
UMTS 850/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat12 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 32)
TD-LTE (38)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat12 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 32)
TD-LTE (38)
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels(dual camera)
12 megapixels
8MP telephoto f/2.453mm1/4"1.12ยตmPDAF2x-optical-zoom
Main camera resolution2592x1936 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)HD (1280x720) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length28mm (lens)27mm (lens)
Sensor size1/4" inches1/2.8" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.25ยตm pixel
AutofocusAutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomDigital and optical zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported8 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.4 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registered24mm (lens)
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/4" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.12ยตm pixel

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
24-bit/192kHz
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth3.0 + A2DP5.0 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Hall effect
Pedometer
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5J
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity1430 mAh3000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging18W Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 3
USB Power Delivery 1.0
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy9.7 hoursfeature not registered
Standby360 hours (15 days)feature not registered

โž• Other features

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Red, Yellow, Cyan, White on black
โ€ข Nokia ClearBlack Display
โ€ข 7GB free SkyDrive storage
โ€ข Colors: Black, Navy, Silver, Gold

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Nokia Lumia 520Sony Xperia 10 Plus (i4213)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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