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Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) vs Motorola Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)

Side by side comparison between Nokia Lumia 530 vs Motorola Moto Z phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Motorola Moto Z X Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) 03Points
4"
TFT

480x854

5
MP
512MB
RAM

Quad-core

1430
mAh

(Removable)

vs
34Points Motorola Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB) Compare Nokia Lumia 530 X
5.5"
AMOLED

1440x2560

13
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Quad-core

2600
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Motorola Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)

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 530 (RM-1017)} 3 Advantages Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017) vs Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)} 34 Advantages Motorola Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
+129 grams (4.52 ounces)5%
Lighter
vs136 grams (4.76 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
vsType-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)vs+2.15GHz 64bit Quad-core109%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB LPDDR2vs+4GB LPDDR47 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (2.5GB available)vs+32GB (22GB available)8 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 128GB microSD, microSDXCvs+Until 2TB microSD, microSDXC15 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)vs+5.2 millimeters (0.2 inches)125%
Thinner
Plastic body, glass frontvs+Aluminum body, glass frontAdvantage
More resistant material
TFT LCDvs+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
480x854 pixelsvs+1440x2560 pixels8 times
Higher resolution screen
245 PPIvs+534 PPI118%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4"vs+5.5"38%
Larger screen
(back) 5MPvs+(back) 13MP154%
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+Dual-LED on main camera and LED on front cameraAdvantage
The Dual-LED on main camera and LED on front camera helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+LDAF: laser detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+HDR photo/video only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
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) 5MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
FWVGA (854x480)vs+4K UHD (3840x2160)19 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) 450 Mbps20 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1430 mAhvs+2600 mAh82%
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
802.11 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
4.0 + A2DPvs+4.1 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.1 + A2DP 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.
Not supportedvs+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+Water repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

12 Common items in both devices
16 million
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
+5 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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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
ModelLumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
Other model namesNokia Lumia 530 Single-SIM RM-1017, Nokia RockVerizon Moto Z Droid XT1650-01, XT1650-02, Motorola Sheridan
Country or region available(Europe)CanadaUSAMexico
(Europe), Canada, USA, Mexico
USA
USA
BrandNokiaMotorola
Release date8/1/2014, Announced: 7/1/20147/28/2016
Depth11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches)5.2 millimeters (0.2 inches)
Size (width x height)62.3 x 119.7 millimeters (2.45 x 4.71 in)75.3 x 153.3 millimeters (2.96 x 6.04 in)
Weight129 grams (4.52 ounces)136 grams (4.76 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontAluminum body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedWater repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
Display typeTFT LCDAMOLED
Screen size4" inches5.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~59.1% (screen-to-body ratio)~72.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x854 pixels (16:9)1440x2560 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)245 PPI534 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass 4
Refresh rate60Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresNot supportedfeature not registered

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
System versionWindows Phone 8.1Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 8.0 Oreo
User InterfaceDenim UIfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8212) (28nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 MSM8996 (14nm)
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A7 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 302 (400MHz)Qualcomm Adreno 530 624Mhz
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
RAM memory512MB LPDDR24GB LPDDR4
Internal storage4GB (2.5GB available)
eMMC 4.5
32GB (22GB available)
External storageUntil 128GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 2TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload21/5.76 Mbps450/50 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 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 900/2100
America version:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO, UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat9 700/850/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600 (Bands 2,3,4,5,7,13)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels13 megapixels
Main camera resolution2592x1944 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)FWVGA (854x480) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedDual-LED on main camera and LED on front camera
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/4" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.12ยตm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedLDAF: laser detection autofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported5 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedLED
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/4" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.4ยตm pixel

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Supported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones2 microphones or more
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+MP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jackType-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP4.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFCNot supportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
SensorsAccelerometerAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5J
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity1430 mAh2600 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging15W Wired fast charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy10 hours21 hours
Standby528 hours (22 days)336 hours (14 days)

โž• Other features

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
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: Orange, Green, White, Dark grey
โ€ข Internet Explorer 11
โ€ข OneDrive 15GB
โ€ข Skype, Viber, WhatsApp
โ€ข Colors: Black, White
โ€ข Moto Maker, Moto Pure, Moto Mods
โ€ข Quick Charge 3.0
โ€ข TurboPower charging: 8h in 15min

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Nokia Lumia 530 (RM-1017)Moto Z Droid (XT1650 32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.91W/kg (head), 1.91W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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