Samsung Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552) vs Sony Xperia Z (3G)

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Side by side comparison between Samsung Galaxy Win vs Sony Xperia Z phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

4/29/2013 10:53 AM, updated: 10/1/2024 9:39 PM

Compare Sony Xperia Z X Samsung Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552) 03Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4.7"
TFT

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

2000
mAh

(Removable)

25Points Sony Xperia Z (3G) Compare Samsung Galaxy Win X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5"
TFT

1080x1920

13
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2330
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia Z (3G)

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!

3 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	vs	25 Advantages Sony Xperia Z (3G)
+144 grams (5.04 ounces)1% Lighter	vs	146 grams (5.11 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+2 slots (Dual-SIM) (dedicated slot)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (45nm)	vs	+1.5GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)38% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
1GB LPDDR2	vs	+2GB LPDDR2100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
8GB (5GB available)	vs	+16GB (12GB available)140% More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC	vs	+Until 64GB microSD, microSDHC100% More external storage for files using memory cards
9.65 millimeters (0.38 inches)	vs	+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)22% Thinner
480x800 pixels	vs	+1080x1920 pixels4 times Higher resolution screen
199 PPI	vs	+441 PPI122% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
4.7"	vs	+5"6% Larger screen
(back) 5MP	vs	+(back) 13MP154% Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo/video only main cameraAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
(front) 0.3MP	vs	+(front) 2.1MP6 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
HD (1280x720)	vs	+Full HD (1920x1080)125% More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
(front) VGA (640x480)	vs	+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)6 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean	vs	+Android 4.4.4 KitKatAdvantage Android 4.4.4 KitKat is newer and safer
3G HSUPA	vs	+3G+ HSPA+Advantage The 3G+ HSPA+ network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps	vs	+(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps5 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
2000 mAh	vs	+2330 mAh17% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
Not supported	vs	+Micro-B USB MHLAdvantage The TV-output lets you use your device on TV by cable
3.0 + A2DP	vs	+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supported	vs	+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
Not supported	vs	+Waterproof (IP?)Advantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

21 Common items in both devices

TFT LCD

16 million

LED flash

Only digital zoom

Autofocus

Capacitive

Multitouch

+14 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Xperia Z (3G)
Other model names	Samsung Galaxy Win Duos i8552, GT-i8552B	Sony Xperia Z 3G L36h C6602, Sony Xperia Z HSPA+, Sony Yuga
Country or region available	(Latin America), (Global, International), Brazil	feature not registered
Brand	Samsung	Sony
Release date	5/6/2013, Announced: 4/30/2013	2/1/2013
Depth	9.65 millimeters (0.38 inches)	7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)
Size (width x height)	70.7 x 133.3 millimeters (2.78 x 5.25 in)	71 x 135 millimeters (2.8 x 5.31 in)
Weight	144 grams (5.04 ounces)	146 grams (5.11 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Waterproof (IP?)
📲 Display
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	4.7" inches	5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~66.7% (screen-to-body ratio)	~71.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x800 pixels (5:3)	1080x1920 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	199 PPI	441 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported	Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate	60Hz	feature not registered
Display features	Not supported	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
System version	Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean	Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware update	feature not registered	Android 4.4.4 KitKat
User Interface	TouchWiz	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8225Q) (45nm)	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro (APQ8064) (28nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Quad-core)	Quad-core, 1 processor: 4x 1.5GHz Krait 300 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 203 (400MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 320 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
RAM memory	1GB LPDDR2	2GB LPDDR2
Internal storage	8GB (5GB available) eMMC 4.5	16GB (12GB available)
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 64GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF) and standard SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2/5.76 Mbps	42/5.76 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G
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 900/2100	UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	13 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720) 15 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.4 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/3" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	Autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	feature not registered
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo/video only main camera
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Front camera (secondary)	0.3 megapixels	2.1 megapixels
Front camera resolution	640x480 pixels	1920x1080 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	VGA (640x480)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	feature not registered
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Loudspeaker	Mono sound (not stereo)	Supported
Active noise cancellation	1 microphone	2 microphones or more
Radio	FM (RDS)	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, WMV, H.263, H.264
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Micro-B USB MHL
Bluetooth	3.0 + A2DP	4.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi hotspot	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	2000 mAh	2330 mAh
Charger, watts	5W Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	11 hours	14 hours
Standby	210 hours (8.8 days)	530 hours (22.1 days)
➕ Other features
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
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, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: White, Titan Gray Java framework	• Colors: Black, White, Purple • Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 • Exmor RS mobile with HDR • Timescape UI • PlayNow • 3D surround sound • xLOUD • 16x digital zoom • 3D sweep panorama • Dust and water resistant Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Galaxy Win Duos (GT-i8552)	Sony Xperia Z (3G)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.26W/kg (head), 0.665W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.12W/kg (head), 0.511W/kg (body)	feature not registered