Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a vs Samsung SGH-C520

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Side by side comparison between Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 vs Samsung SGH-C520 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

8/21/2012 9:12 AM, updated: 5/11/2020 5:21 PM

Compare Samsung SGH-C520 X Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a 23Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

4"
TFT

480x854

8
MP

384MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

02Points Samsung SGH-C520 Compare Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

1.67"
TFT

128x160

0.3
MP

N/A

750
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a

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23 Advantages Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	vs	2 Advantages Samsung SGH-C520
+1GB (465MB available)793 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	600KB
+Until 16GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+13 millimeters (0.51 inches)40% Thinner	vs	18.2 millimeters (0.72 inches)
+480x854 pixels19 times Higher resolution screen	vs	128x160 pixels
+245 PPI99% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	123 PPI
+4"140% Larger screen	vs	1.67"
+(back) 8MP25 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 0.3MP
+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
+HD (1280x720)Advantage More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Not supported
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)349999 times More apps available to download and use	vs	10 apps
+3G HSUPAAdvantage The 3G HSUPA network is newer and faster	vs	2G GPRS
+(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps149 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(2G GPRS) 0.048 Mbps
+Capacitive Single touchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device	vs	Not supported
+Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Compass, Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+1500 mAh100% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	750 mAh
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Not supported
+A-GPS, GeoTaggingAdvantage It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device	vs	Not supported
+802.11 b/g [wifi3]Advantage WiFi 802.11 b/g [wifi3] is newer and faster	vs	Not supported
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+2.1 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 2.1 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	Not supported
+HTML, XHTML, Flash playerAdvantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	WAP
+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
135 grams (4.73 ounces)	vs	+74 grams (2.59 ounces)82% Lighter
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

7 Common items in both devices

TFT LCD

65 thousand

Only digital zoom

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

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

MicroUSB 2.0 / USB 2.0 proprietary connector

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📱 Model features
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
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Model	Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
Other model names	AT&T Sony Xperia X10, Rogers X10a, Telstra X10a, SE Rachael	Samsung C520
Country or region available	(Latin America), Australia, Canada, USA, Japan	(Global, International)
Brand	Sony Ericsson	Samsung
Release date	3/25/2010	7/7/2008
Depth	13 millimeters (0.51 inches)	18.2 millimeters (0.72 inches)
Size (width x height)	63 x 119 millimeters (2.48 x 4.69 in)	45.1 x 84.4 millimeters (1.78 x 3.32 in)
Weight	135 grams (4.73 ounces)	74 grams (2.59 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Plastic body
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	4" inches	1.67" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~58.8% (screen-to-body ratio)	~23.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	480x854 pixels	128x160 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Single touch 1-point	Not supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)	245 PPI	123 PPI
Colors	65 thousand	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 X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
System version	Android 1.6 Donut	Proprietary OS
Firmware update	Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon QSD8250	32bit
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1GHz Scorpion (Single-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: Single-core
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 200	feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
RAM memory	384MB	SDRAM
Internal storage	1GB (465MB available)	600KB
External storage	Until 16GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
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	7.2/2 Mbps	0.048 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Dual-Band 900/1800
Primary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 900/1800
Primary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/1900/2100	Not supported
Primary 4G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	GPRS
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 X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
Back camera (main camera)	8 megapixels	0.3 megapixels
Main camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	640x480 pixels
Video recording (primary)	HD (1280x720) 30 fps	Not supported
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	Not supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	Not supported	Not supported
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	Not supported
Front camera resolution	Not supported	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 X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
Loudspeaker	Supported	Supported
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.263, H.264, WMV	feature not registered
Audio formats	MP3, eAAC+, WMA, WAV	feature not registered
🔌 Connectivity
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Not supported
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	Not supported
WiFi	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)	Not supported
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	Not supported
NFC	Not supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor	Not supported
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable) BST-41	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity	1500 mAh	750 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	8 hours	6 hours
Standby	425 hours (17.7 days)	260 hours (10.8 days)
➕ Other features
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Not supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, Flash player	WAP
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Sensous Black, Luster White • 8GB microSD included • SE UX platform • Open GL 2.0 • PlayNow • Sony Ericsson Timescape • Video recording 720p only via Android 2.1/2.3 update Java framework	• Colors: Black, Red, White • Phonebook with 500 entries • PC Sync Application Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Sony Ericsson Xperia X10a	Samsung SGH-C520
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered