Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a) vs BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)

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Side by side comparison between Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro vs BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

11/7/2012 12:08 PM, updated: 5/11/2020 11:22 AM

Compare BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 X Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a) 24Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3"
LED

320x480

5
MP

0.3mp

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

02Points BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global) Compare Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.46"
TFT

320x240

2
MP

256MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)

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!

24 Advantages Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	vs	2 Advantages BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
+1GHz 32bit Single-core68% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	624MHz 32bit Single-core
+512MB LPDDR100% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	256MB SDRAM
+1GB (400MB available)56% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	256MB
+TFT LED-Backlit LCDAdvantage TFT LED-Backlit LCD display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+16 million245 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	65 thousand
+320x480 pixels100% Higher resolution screen	vs	320x240 pixels
+192 PPI18% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	163 PPI
+3"22% Larger screen	vs	2.46"
+(back) 5MP162% Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 2MP
+LED flashAdvantage The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+AutofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+(front) 0.3MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+HD (1280x720)11 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	QVGA (320x240)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)49 times More apps available to download and use	vs	70000 apps (BlackBerry App World)
+3G HSUPAAdvantage The 3G HSUPA network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSDPA
+(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps100% Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbps
+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device	vs	Not supported
+AccelerometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+1200 mAh4% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1150 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
136 grams (4.76 ounces)	vs	+104 grams (3.64 ounces)31% Lighter
18 millimeters (0.71 inches)	vs	+13.9 millimeters (0.55 inches)29% Thinner

12 Common items in both devices

Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC

Only digital zoom

Ambient light sensor

LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable) / Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

3.5mm jack

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Other model names	Sony Xperia mini Pro SK17, Sony Ericsson Mango	RIM BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300, RIM Kepler
Country or region available	(Latin America), Canada, USA	(Global, International)
Brand	Sony Ericsson	BlackBerry
Release date	8/9/2011	8/9/2010
Depth	18 millimeters (0.71 inches)	13.9 millimeters (0.55 inches)
Size (width x height)	53 x 92 millimeters (2.09 x 3.62 in)	60 x 109 millimeters (2.36 x 4.29 in)
Weight	136 grams (4.76 ounces)	104 grams (3.64 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	feature not registered
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Display type	TFT LED-Backlit LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	3" inches	2.46" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~55% (screen-to-body ratio)	~28.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x480 pixels	320x240 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Not supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)	192 PPI	163 PPI
Colors	16 million	65 thousand
Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass	Not supported
Refresh rate	feature not registered	feature not registered
Display features	feature not registered	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
System version	Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread	BlackBerry OS 5.0
Firmware update	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS	BlackBerry OS 6.0
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 MSM8255	32bit: Marvell PXA930
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1GHz Scorpion (Single-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 624MHz Marvell Sheeva (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 205	feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
RAM memory	512MB LPDDR	256MB SDRAM
Internal storage	1GB (400MB available)	256MB
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2/5.76 Mbps	3.6 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 850/1900/2100	UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
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
📷 Camera
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Back camera (main camera)	5 megapixels	2 megapixels
Main camera resolution	2592x1944 pixels	1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720)	QVGA (320x240) 15 fps
Flash	LED flash	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
Autofocus	Autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	feature not registered
Image stabilization	feature not registered	feature not registered
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	feature not registered
BSI sensor	Not supported	feature not registered
HDR	Not supported	feature not registered
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Front camera (secondary)	0.3 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	640x480 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
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
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	feature not registered
Radio	FM (RDS)	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263, WMV	MP4, H.263, H.264, 3GP, WMV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Supported	feature not registered
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	feature not registered
🧭 Sensors
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor	Ambient light sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable) EP500	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	1200 mAh	1150 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	5.4 hours	5.5 hours
Standby	340 hours (14.2 days)	348 hours (14.5 days)
➕ Other features
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
Call control	Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, Flash player	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Retractable QWERTY keyboard	Fixed QWERTY keyboard
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White, Pink, Turquoise • 2GB microSD included • Sony Ericsson Timescape • Sony Ericsson UX platform • Sony Ericsson PlayNow • WiFi hotspot • Java framework	• Colors: Black • Touch-sensitive optical trackpad • UMA (carrier phone dependent) • LBS • HAC (M3/T3) • BlackBerry Maps • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Sony Ericsson Xperia mini Pro (SK17a)	BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 (Global)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.78W/kg (head)	feature not registered