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Nokia Lumia 820 vs HMD XR21

Side by side comparison between Nokia Lumia 820 vs HMD XR21 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare HMD XR21 X Nokia Lumia 820 06Points
4.3"
AMOLED

480x800

8
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1650
mAh

(Removable)

vs
6.49"
IPS

1080x2400

64
MP

16mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

4800
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? HMD XR21

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 820} 6 Advantages Nokia Lumia 820 vs XR21} 26 Advantages HMD XR21
+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+160 grams (5.6 ounces)44%
Lighter
vs231 grams (8.09 ounces)
+9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)6%
Thinner
vs10.45 millimeters (0.41 inches)
+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT IPS LCD
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
vsLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
1.5GHz 32bit Dual-corevs+2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core (6nm)128%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB LPDDR2vs+6GB LPDDR4X5 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GB (6GB available)vs+128GB (101GB available)16 times
More internal storage for applications and files
480x800 pixelsvs+1080x2400 pixels6 times
Higher resolution screen
217 PPIvs+406 PPI87%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4.3"vs+6.49"51%
Larger screen
(back) 8MPvs+(dual camera) 64MP + 8MP8 times
Higher resolution main camera
EIS: Digital stabilizationvs+OIS: Optical 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
f/2.2 (aperture)vs+f/1.8 (aperture)22%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
(front) 0.3MPvs+(front) 16MP51 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
(front) VGA (640x480)vs+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)6 times
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
4G LTEvs+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
(4G LTE) 100 Mbpsvs+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps19 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
1650 mAhvs+4800 mAh191%
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) + e-SIM (Eletronic)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/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster
3.1 + A2DPvs+5.1 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.1 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
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 VictusAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supportedvs+IP68/IP69K certified, MIL-STD-810G military certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

22 Common items in both devices
16 million
Dual-LED flash
Only digital zoom
Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Full HD (1920x1080)
Capacitive
Multitouch
+15 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
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ModelLumia 820HMD XR21
Other model namesNokia Lumia 820, Nokia ArrowHMD XR21 TA-1592
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandNokiaHMD
Release date11/1/20125/1/2024, Announced: 5/14/2024
Depth9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)10.45 millimeters (0.41 inches)
Size (width x height)68.5 x 123.8 millimeters (2.7 x 4.87 in)78.58 x 168 millimeters (3.09 x 6.61 in)
Weight160 grams (5.6 ounces)231 grams (8.09 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedIP68/IP69K certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min, dust-resistant, plus high-pressure and steam-washable.
MIL-STD-810G military certified: salt, dust, humidity, rain, vibration, solar radiation, transport and thermal shock resistant.

📲 Display

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
Display typeAMOLEDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size4.3" inches6.49" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~62.1% (screen-to-body ratio)~77% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution480x800 pixels1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)217 PPI406 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedGorilla Glass Victus
Refresh ratefeature not registered120Hz
Display featuresfeature not registered450nits[typ], 550nits[peak]

🤖 Operating System

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
System versionWindows Phone 8.0 ApolloAndroid 13
Firmware updateWindows Phone 8.1Android 14
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM896064bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (SM6375) (6nm)
CPUDual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.5GHz Krait (Dual-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.2GHz Kryo 660 Gold (Dual-core)
6x 1.7GHz Kryo 660 Silver (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 225Qualcomm Adreno 619 (840MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
RAM memory1GB LPDDR26GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage8GB (6GB available)128GB (101GB available)
UFS 2.2
External storageUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload100/50 Mbps2000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
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 850/900/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat3 800/900/1800/2100/2600 (Bands 1,3,7,8,20)LTE Cat15 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedSA/NSA (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat15 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 48)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA

📷 Camera

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
Back camera (main camera)8 megapixels(dual camera)
64 megapixels
8MP ultrawide f/2.21/4"1.12µm
Main camera resolution3264x2448 pixels10120x6328 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED flashDual-LED flash
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length28mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/2" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@30fps

📸 Front camera

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
Front camera (secondary)0.3 megapixels16 megapixels
Front camera resolution640x480 pixels4608x3456 pixels
Video recording (secondary)VGA (640x480)Full 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 Lumia 820HMD XR21
LoudspeakerSupportedStereo sound with dual speakers
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, WMAMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth3.1 + A2DP5.1 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, NavIC
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BP-5T
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1650 mAh4800 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging33W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
Quick Charge 3
USB Power Delivery 2.0
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy8 hours48 hours (2 days)
Standby330 hours (13.8 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
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, Gray, Red, Yellow, White, Blue, Violet
• USB OTG On-The-Go
• Nokia ClearBlack display
• Wireless charging
• Video stabilization
• HD Voice
• 4G hotspot
• Colors: Midnight Black

☢️ Radiation rate

Nokia Lumia 820HMD XR21
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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