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Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a) vs Gradiente Neo One GC 500

Side by side comparison between Sony Ericsson Xperia Active vs Gradiente Neo One GC 500 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Gradiente Neo One GC 500 X Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a) 24Points
3"
LED

320x480

5
MP
512MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

vs
3.7"
TFT

320x480

5
MP

0.3mp

384MB
RAM

Single-core

1350
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)

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!

Xperia Active (ST17a)} 24 Advantages Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a) vs Neo One GC 500} 5 Advantages Gradiente Neo One GC 500
+1GHz 32bit Single-core50%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs700MHz 32bit Single-core
+512MB LPDDR233%
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs384MB
+1GB (320MB available)23%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs2GB (260MB available)
+111 grams (3.89 ounces)17%
Lighter
vs130 grams (4.55 ounces)
+TFT LED-Backlit LCDAdvantage
TFT LED-Backlit LCD display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs260 thousand
+192 PPI23%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs156 PPI
+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
vsNot supported
+HD (1280x720)11 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsQVGA (320x240)
+Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICSAdvantage
Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS is newer and safer
vsAndroid 2.3.5 Gingerbread
+3G HSUPAAdvantage
The 3G HSUPA network is newer and faster
vs3G UMTS
+(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps18 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G UMTS) 0.384 Mbps
+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
vsSingle
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+2.1 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 2.1 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs2.0 + A2DP
+Dragontrail GlassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
+IP67 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
16.5 millimeters (0.65 inches)vs+12 millimeters (0.47 inches)38%
Thinner
3"vs+3.7"23%
Larger screen
Not supportedvs+(front) 0.3MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
1200 mAhvs+1350 mAh13%
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.

14 Common items in both devices
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
320x480 pixels
(back) 5MP
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Accelerometer
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
+7 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
 
ModelXperia Active (ST17a)Neo One GC 500
Other model namesSony Ericsson Xperia active ST17, ST17aGradiente Neo One GC 500 SF, iphone SFB Dual Chip
Country or region available(Latin America)BrazilCanadaUSA
(Latin America), Brazil, Canada, USA
Brazil
Brazil
BrandSony EricssonGradiente
Release date10/1/20118/1/2012
Depth16.5 millimeters (0.65 inches)12 millimeters (0.47 inches)
Size (width x height)55 x 92 millimeters (2.17 x 3.62 in)62 x 121 millimeters (2.44 x 4.76 in)
Weight111 grams (3.89 ounces)130 grams (4.55 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersIP67 certified: dust proof and waterproof over 1 meter and 30minNot supported

📲 Display

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
Display typeTFT LED-Backlit LCDTFT LCD
Screen size3" inches3.7" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~53% (screen-to-body ratio)~54.3% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution320x480 pixels320x480 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Single touch 1-point
Pixel density (dot pitch)192 PPI156 PPI
Colors16 million260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glassDragontrail GlassNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
System versionAndroid 2.3.3 GingerbreadAndroid 2.3.5 Gingerbread
Firmware updateAndroid 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICSfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 MSM8255 (45nm)32bit: MediaTek
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 1GHz Scorpion (Single-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 700MHz ARM (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 205feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
RAM memory512MB LPDDR2384MB
Internal storage1GB (320MB available)2GB (260MB available)
External storageUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
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)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload7.2/5.76 Mbps0.384 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G, 3G
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 850/1900/2100UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE

📷 Camera

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
Back camera (main camera)5 megapixels5 megapixels
Main camera resolution2592x1944 pixels2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (primary)HD (1280x720) 30 fpsQVGA (320x240)
FlashLED flashNot 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
AutofocusAutofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationNot supported
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRNot supportedNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
Front camera (secondary)Not supported0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedNot supported
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

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellationNot supported1 microphone
RadioFM (RDS)FM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.263, H.264MP4
Audio formatsMP3, eAAC+, WAVMP3, WAV

🔌 Connectivity

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP2.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
ANT+
Compass
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
GB-500
Battery capacity1200 mAh1350 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy5.5 hoursfeature not registered
Standby335 hours (14 days)feature not registered

➕ Other features

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
Call controlVoice recorderVoice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingNot supportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, Flash playerHTML, XHTML, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Orange/black, White/black
• 2GB microSD included
• Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine
• WiFi hotspot
• Java framework
• Colors: Black, White
• 2GB microSD included
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Sony Ericsson Xperia Active (ST17a)Gradiente Neo One GC 500
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1.12W/kg (head), 1.07W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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