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Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i) vs HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)

Side by side comparison between Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 vs HTC Desire 500 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare HTC Desire 500 X Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i) 03Points
3"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

vs
27Points HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM) Compare Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 X
4.3"
TFT

480x800

8
MP

1.6mp

1GB
RAM

Quad-core

1800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)

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 X8 (E15i)} 3 Advantages Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i) vs Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)} 27 Advantages HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
+104 grams (3.64 ounces)18%
Lighter
vs123 grams (4.31 ounces)
+ANT+Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
600MHz 32bit Single-corevs+1.2GHz 32bit Quad-core (45nm)2 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
256MBvs+1GB LPDDR23 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
256MB (128MB available)vs+4GB (1GB available)7 times
More internal storage for applications and files
Until 16GB microSD, microSDHCvs+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC3 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
15 millimeters (0.59 inches)vs+9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)52%
Thinner
320x480 pixelsvs+480x800 pixels150%
Higher resolution screen
192 PPIvs+217 PPI13%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3"vs+4.3"43%
Larger screen
(back) 3.1MPvs+(back) 8MP154%
Higher resolution main camera
Not supportedvs+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supportedvs+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supportedvs+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
Not supportedvs+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supportedvs+HDR photo only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supportedvs+(front) 1.6MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
VGA (640x480)vs+HD (1280x720)2 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
Android 2.1 Eclairvs+Android 4.1.2 Jelly BeanAdvantage
Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean is newer and safer
Singlevs+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
1200 mAhvs+1800 mAh50%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supportedvs+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
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.
Not supportedvs+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 b/g [wifi3]vs+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] is newer and faster
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
2.1 + A2DPvs+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
HTML, XHTMLvs+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet

16 Common items in both devices
TFT LCD
16 million
Only digital zoom
3G HSUPA
7.2 Mbps
Capacitive
Accelerometer
+9 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
ModelXperia X8 (E15i)Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
Other model namesSony Ericsson Xperia X8 E15, SE ShakiraHTC Desire 500 5088 Dual-SIM, HTC Z4
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSony EricssonHTC
Release date9/29/20109/1/2013
Depth15 millimeters (0.59 inches)9.9 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)54 x 99 millimeters (2.13 x 3.9 in)66.9 x 131.8 millimeters (2.63 x 5.19 in)
Weight104 grams (3.64 ounces)123 grams (4.31 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic bodyfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT LCD
Screen size3" inches4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~50.1% (screen-to-body ratio)~59.7% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution320x480 pixels480x800 pixels (5:3)
TouchscreenCapacitive Single touch 1-pointCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)192 PPI217 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glassNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
System versionAndroid 1.6 DonutAndroid 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updateAndroid 2.1 Eclairfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7227 (65nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (MSM8225Q) (45nm)
CPUSingle-core, 1 processor:
1x 600MHz ARM1136EJ-S (Single-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 200Qualcomm Adreno 203 (400MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
RAM memory256MB1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage256MB (128MB available)4GB (1GB available)
eMMC 4.5
External storageUntil 16GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
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)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload7.2/2 Mbps7.2/5.76 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 900/2100UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPAGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
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 X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
Back camera (main camera)3.1 megapixels8 megapixels
Main camera resolution2048x1536 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)VGA (640x480) 30 fpsHD (1280x720) 24 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.0 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/3.2" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.4µm pixel
AutofocusNot supportedAutofocus
Touch focusNot supportedSupported
Image stabilizationNot supportedEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionNot supportedFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorNot supportedSupported
HDRNot supportedHDR photo only main camera
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
Front camera (secondary)Not supported1.6 megapixels
Front camera resolutionNot supported1536x1024 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Not supportedHD (1280x720)
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 X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Beats audio
Active noise cancellationNot supported2 microphones
RadioFM (RDS)FM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth2.1 + A2DP4.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTaggingA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
SensorsAccelerometer
ANT+
Compass
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)
Battery capacity1200 mAh1800 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy5.7 hours12.1 hours
Standby476 hours (19.8 days)435 hours (18.1 days)

➕ Other features

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
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 callingNot supportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTMLHTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Pink, Blue, White, Gray
• 2GB microSD included
• Wisepilot navigation
• PlayNow
• Sony Ericsson Timescape
• Sony Ericsson UX platform
Java framework
• Colors: Black, Silver
Dropbox 25GB
• HTC BlinkFeed
Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 (E15i)HTC Desire 500 (Dual-SIM)
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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