Nokia N96 vs Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)

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Side by side comparison between Nokia N96 vs Sony Xperia XA1 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/2/2017 3:23 PM, updated: 5/10/2020 6:19 PM

Compare Sony Xperia XA1 X Nokia N96 04Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.8"
TFT

240x320

5
MP

0.3mp

128MB
RAM

Single-core

950
mAh

(Removable)

28Points Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116) Compare Nokia N96 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
IPS

720x1280

23
MP

8mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

2300
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)

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!

4 Advantages Nokia N96	vs	28 Advantages Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
+125 grams (4.38 ounces)14% Lighter	vs	143 grams (5.01 ounces)
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	LED flash
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+Digital TVAdvantage Watch your favorite TV shows anywhere	vs	Not supported
264MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+2.3GHz 64bit Octa-core15 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
128MB SDRAM	vs	+3GB LPDDR323 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
16GB	vs	+32GB (24GB available)50% More internal storage for applications and files
Until 160GB microSD, microSDHC	vs	+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC60% More external storage for files using memory cards
18 millimeters (0.71 inches)	vs	+8 millimeters (0.31 inches)125% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
240x320 pixels	vs	+720x1280 pixels11 times Higher resolution screen
143 PPI	vs	+294 PPI106% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
2.8"	vs	+5"79% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(back) 23MP4 times Higher resolution main camera
(front) 0.3MP	vs	+(front) 8MP25 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
VGA (640x480)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)6 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) QVGA (320x240)	vs	+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)	vs	+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times More apps available to download and use
3G HSDPA	vs	+4G LTEAdvantage The 4G LTE network is newer and faster
(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbps	vs	+(4G LTE) 150 Mbps41 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
Not supported	vs	+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
950 mAh	vs	+2300 mAh142% 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) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
802.11 b/g [wifi3]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
2.0 + A2DP	vs	+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supported	vs	+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+Water splash resistant (don't immerse)Advantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

11 Common items in both devices

16 million

Only digital zoom

Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus

Accelerometer

Hands-free calling

Video calling

Vibrating alert

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📱 Model features
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Nokia N96	Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Other model names	Nokia N96 US, Nokia N96-3 RM-247	Sony Xperia XA1 Dual-Sim G3116, Sony Hinoki DS
Country or region available	feature not registered	(Global, International), Brazil, Hong Kong
Brand	Nokia	Sony
Release date	9/4/2008	4/1/2017
Depth	18 millimeters (0.71 inches)	8 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)	55 x 103 millimeters (2.17 x 4.06 in)	67 x 145 millimeters (2.64 x 5.71 in)
Weight	125 grams (4.38 ounces)	143 grams (5.01 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Water splash resistant (don't immerse)
📲 Display
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	2.8" inches	5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~42.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~70.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	240x320 pixels	720x1280 pixels
Touchscreen	Not supported	Capacitive Multitouch 4-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	143 PPI	294 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
System version	Symbian 9.3 S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 2	Android 7.0 Nougat
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Chipset	32bit: STMicroelectronics Nomadik STn8815A12	64bit: MediaTek MT6757 Helio P20 (16nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 264MHz ARM926EJ-S (Single-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 4x 2.3GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core) 4x 1.6GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	feature not registered	ARM Mali-T880 MP2 900Mhz
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
RAM memory	128MB SDRAM	3GB LPDDR3
Internal storage	16GB	32GB (24GB available)
External storage	Until 160GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	3.6 Mbps	150/50 Mbps
Network technology	2G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat4 700/850/900/1800/2100/2600 (Bands 1,3,5,7,8,28) TD-LTE 1900/2300/2500/2600 (Bands 38,39,40,41)
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE
📷 Camera
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	23 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	5520x4144 pixels
Video recording (primary)	VGA (640x480) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	24mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.3" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	feature not registered	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	feature not registered	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	feature not registered	Not supported
HDR	feature not registered	HDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Front camera (secondary)	0.3 megapixels	8 megapixels
Front camera resolution	640x480 pixels	3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	QVGA (320x240)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	23mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/4" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	feature not registered	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM
TV	Digital TV	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, WMV, 3GP, RV	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD
Audio formats	MP3, WMA, WAV, RA, AAC, M4A	MP3, WAV, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 Type-C reversible connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	3.5mm (same audio output)	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.0 + A2DP	4.2 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)	802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	feature not registered	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	feature not registered	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Sensors	Accelerometer	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Hall effect Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-5F	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	950 mAh	2300 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	2.5 hours	10 hours
Standby	200 hours (8.3 days)	466 hours (19.4 days)
➕ Other features
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	feature not registered	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Silver, Quartz • Carl Zeiss optics • N-Gage compatible • TV DVB-H Class C (470-750MHz) • Document viewer Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF • Java framework	• Colors: Black, White, Gold, Pink • USB OTG On-The-Go • Fast battery charging • Pump Express+ 2.0 • Exmor RS IMX-300 main camera • Exmor RS IMX-219 front camera
☢️ Radiation rate
	Nokia N96	Sony Xperia XA1 (Dual G3116)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered