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Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i) vs Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)

Side by side comparison between Sony Ericsson Vivaz vs Xiaomi Redmi 14C phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Xiaomi Redmi 14C X Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i) 04Points
3.2"
TFT

360x640

8
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

vs
30Points Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB) Compare Sony Ericsson Vivaz X
6.88"
IPS

720x1640

13
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5160
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)

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!

Vivaz (U5i)} 4 Advantages Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i) vs Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)} 30 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
+97 grams (3.4 ounces)110%
Lighter
vs204 grams (7.14 ounces)
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+LiPo: li-ion polymer (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
720MHz 32bit Single-corevs+2GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)5 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MB SDRAMvs+4GB LPDDR4X15 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
512MB (75MB available)vs+128GB (101GB available)1378 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC31 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
12.5 millimeters (0.49 inches)vs+8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)52%
Thinner
TFT LCDvs+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
360x640 pixelsvs+720x1640 pixels4 times
Higher resolution screen
229 PPIvs+260 PPI14%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.2"vs+6.88"115%
Larger screen
(back) 8MPvs+(dual camera) 13MP + 0.08MP61%
Higher resolution main camera
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
Not supportedvs+(front) 5MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
HD (1280x720)vs+Full HD (1920x1080)125%
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times
More apps available to download and use
3G HSUPAvs+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 10.2 Mbpsvs+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps28 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Resistivevs+CapacitiveAdvantage
Better touchscreen. The capacitive screen is much more sensitive.
Singlevs+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+Virtual proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAhvs+5160 mAh3 times
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/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
2.1 + A2DPvs+5.4 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.4 + 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.
WAP, HTML, Flash playervs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
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
LED flash
Only digital zoom
Autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Accelerometer
Hands-free calling
Video calling
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📱 Model features

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
ModelVivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
Other model namesSony Ericsson Vivaz U5i, SE KuraraRedmi 14C 4G China 2411DRN47C
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
China
China
BrandSony EricssonXiaomi
Release date3/4/20101/29/2025, Announced: 12/30/2024
Depth12.5 millimeters (0.49 inches)8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)51.7 x 107 millimeters (2.04 x 4.21 in)77.8 x 171.88 millimeters (3.06 x 6.77 in)
Weight97 grams (3.4 ounces)204 grams (7.14 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front, plastic or leather back
Protection against water and othersNot supportedWater repellent nano-coating (don't immerse)

📲 Display

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT IPS LCD
Screen size3.2" inches6.88" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~51% (screen-to-body ratio)~84.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution360x640 pixels720x1640 pixels
TouchscreenResistive Single touch 1-pointCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)229 PPI260 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered120Hz
Display featuresfeature not registered450nits[typ], 600nits[peak]
Always-On Display
Touch Sampling Rate: 240Hz

🤖 Operating System

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
System versionSymbian 9.4 S60 5th Edition Symbian^1Android 14
Firmware updatefeature not registeredAndroid 15
User Interfacefeature not registeredHyperOS

⚙️ Processor

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
Chipset32bit64bit: MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra (12nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 720MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
Octa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A75 (Dual-core)
6x 1.8GHz ARM Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controllerPowerVR SGX530ARM Mali-G52 MC2 (950MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredAnTuTu: 246255 (v10)

💽 Memory and storage

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
RAM memory256MB SDRAM4GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage512MB (75MB available)128GB (101GB available)
eMMC 5.1
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload10.2/2 Mbps300/150 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, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 8)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPAGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A

📷 Camera

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
Back camera (main camera)8 megapixels(dual camera)
13 megapixels
0.08MP depth f/3.0
Main camera resolution3264x2448 pixels4128x3096 pixels
Video recording (primary)HD (1280x720) 24 fpsFull HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/1.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered1080p@30fps

📸 Front camera

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported5 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedFull HD (1920x1080)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellationNot supported1 microphone
RadioFMFM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, WMV, 3GP, RVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WMA, WAV, RA, AAC, M4AMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputProprietary TV-outUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP5.4 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Accelerometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Virtual proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)
EP500
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity1200 mAh5160 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging18W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 1.0
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy5.3 hours42 hours (1.8 days)
Standby440 hours (18.3 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
Call controlVoice recorderVoice 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 browserWAP, HTML, Flash playerHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, Blue, Red, Gray, Light pink
• 8GB microSD included
• 3D stereo sound
• Continuous autofocus
• Touch capture
• WisePilot navigation
• Java framework
• Colors: Black, Green, Silver

☢️ Radiation rate

Sony Ericsson Vivaz (U5i)Redmi 14C (China 128GB/4GB)
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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