Samsung Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) vs Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE)
Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy A73 vs Sony Xperia SP phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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6.7"
AMOLED
AMOLED
1080x2400
108
MP
MP
32mp
6GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
5000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
vs
4.6"
TFT
TFT
720x1280
8
MP
MP
0.3mp
1GB
RAM
RAM
Dual-core
2370
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better phone? Samsung Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB)
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16 Common items in both devices |
16 million |
LED flash |
Only digital zoom |
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus |
Capacitive |
Multitouch |
Accelerometer |
+9 specs and more in the table below |
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Highlight differences Clear highlight๐ฑ Model features | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Model | Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Xperia SP (4G LTE) |
Other model names | Galaxy A73 5G SM-A736B Single-SIM | Sony Xperia SP C5303, C5306, M35i, Sony HuaShan |
Country or region available | ![]() ![]() Australia, New Zealand | ![]() (Global, International) |
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Release date | 4/22/2022, Announced: 3/17/2022 | 4/1/2013 |
Depth | 7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches) | 10 millimeters (0.39 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 76.1 x 163.7 millimeters (3 x 6.44 in) | 67.1 x 130.6 millimeters (2.64 x 5.14 in) |
Weight | 181 grams (6.34 ounces) | 155 grams (5.43 ounces) |
Build, materials | Plastic body, glass front | Aluminum body, glass front, plastic back |
Protection against water and others | IP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30min | Not supported |
๐ฒ Display | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Display type | Super AMOLED Plus | TFT LCD |
Screen size | 6.7" inches | 4.6" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~87% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~66.6% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1080x2400 pixels (20:9) | 720x1280 pixels |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch | Capacitive Multitouch 10-points |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 393 PPI | 319 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass |
Refresh rate | 120Hz | feature not registered |
Display features | 800nits[typ] HDR10 Always-On Display | feature not registered |
๐ค Operating System | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
System version | Android 12 | Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean |
Firmware update | Android 13 | Android 4.3 Jelly Bean |
User Interface | One UI 4.1 / 5.0 | feature not registered |
โ๏ธ Processor | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G (SM7325) (6nm) | 32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro MSM8960T (28nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Single-core) 3x 2.2GHz ARM Cortex-A78 (Triple-core) 4x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Quad-core) | Dual-core, 1 processor: 2x 1.7GHz Krait (Dual-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 642L (550MHz) | Qualcomm Adreno 320 400Mhz |
Performance (benchmark) | AnTuTu: 490043 (v9) Geekbench: 2878 (v5.4) | feature not registered |
๐ฝ Memory and storage | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
RAM memory | 6GB LPDDR4X | 1GB LPDDR2 |
Internal storage | 128GB (100GB available) UFS 2.2 | 8GB (5.88GB available) |
External storage | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot) | Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
๐ถ Mobile networks | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Dual-SIM | Not supported | Not supported |
SIM card | 1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) | 1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF) |
Maximum Download / Upload | 2000/1024 Mbps | 100/50 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G | 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 | UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100 | C5303 version: UMTS 850/900/2100 C5306 version: UMTS 850/900/1900/2100 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat16 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 26, 28, 66) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE | LTE Cat3 C5303 version: LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20) C5306 version: LTE (Bands 1, 2, 4, 5) |
Primary 5G network | SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 7, 28, 40, 41, 66, 78) | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE |
Secondary 2G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 3G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Secondary data network | Not supported | Not supported |
๐ท Camera | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Back camera (main camera) | (quad camera) 108 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.2 5MP macro f/2.4 5MP depth f/2.4 | 8 megapixels |
Main camera resolution | 12000x9000 pixels | 3264x2448 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/1.8 (aperture) | f/2.4 (aperture) |
Focal length | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus | Autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | OIS: Optical stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection |
BSI sensor | Supported | Supported |
HDR | HDR photo on both cameras | HDR photo only main camera |
Camera extras | 1080p@60fps | feature not registered |
๐ธ Front camera | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 32 megapixels | 0.3 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 6528x4896 pixels | 640x480 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) | VGA (640x480) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.2 (aperture) | feature not registered |
Focal length | 26mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/2.8" inches | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 0.8ยตm pixel | feature not registered |
๐ Sound and multimedia | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Loudspeaker | Stereo sound Dolby Atmos | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | 2 microphones or more |
Radio | Not supported | FM (RDS) |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV | MP4, H.263, H.264, WMV |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+ |
๐ Connectivity | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
USB | USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go | MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go |
Audio output | Type-C reversible connector | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | USB Type-C (reversible) | Micro-B USB MHL |
Bluetooth | 5.0 + A2DP/LE | 4.0 + A2DP |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot | 802.11 a/b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot |
DLNA | Not supported | Supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS |
NFC | Supported | Supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
๐งญ Sensors | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Gyroscope Proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
๐ Battery | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 5000 mAh | 2370 mAh |
Charger, watts | 25W Wired fast charging | Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | Not supported | feature not registered |
Talk time autonomy | 45 hours (1.9 days) | 19 hours |
Standby | feature not registered | 734 hours (30.6 days) |
โ Other features | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | Voice dialing, Voice recorder |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push 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 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 | HTML, XHTML, HTML5 |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | โข Colors: Gray, White, Mint | โข Colors: Black, White, Red โข Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 โข 3D sweep panorama โข PlayNow โข xLOUD โข 3D Surround Sound โข HD Voice โข HT40 โข NFC SmartTags โข WiFi dual-band |
โข๏ธ Radiation rate | ||
Galaxy A73 (SM-A736B 128GB/6GB) | Sony Xperia SP (4G LTE) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | 0.68W/kg (head), 0.55W/kg (body) | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | 1.285W/kg (head), 1.42W/kg (body) | feature not registered |