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Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A) vs Palm Pre (CDMA)

Side by side comparison between Sony Xperia 5 II vs Palm Pre phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Palm Pre X Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A) 39Points
Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
6.1"
OLED

1080x2520

12
MP

8mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4000
mAh

(Non removable)

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02Points Palm Pre (CDMA) Compare Sony Xperia 5 II X
Palm Pre (CDMA)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3.1"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP
256MB
RAM

Single-core

1150
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)

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 5 II (SO-52A)} 39 Advantages Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A) vs Pre (CDMA)} 2 Advantages Palm Pre (CDMA)
+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (7nm)9 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster		vs600MHz 32bit Single-core (65nm)
+8GB LPDDR4X31 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.		vs256MB SDRAM
+128GB (110GB available)13 times
More internal storage for applications and files		vs8GB
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards		vsNot supported
+8 millimeters (0.31 inches)112%
Thinner		vs16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material		vsPlastic body
+OLEDAdvantage
OLED display is brighter and more vivid		vsTFT LCD
+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details		vsNot supported
+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos		vs16 million
+1080x2520 pixels17 times
Higher resolution screen		vs320x480 pixels
+449 PPI141%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)		vs186 PPI
+6.1"97%
Larger screen		vs3.1"
+(triple camera) 12MP + 12MP + 12MP10 times
Higher resolution main camera		vs(back) 3.1MP
+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures		vsNot supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures		vsNot supported
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video		vsNot supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness		vsNot supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas		vsNot supported
+(front) 8MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies		vsNot supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)326 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera		vsQCIF (176x144)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)582 times
More apps available to download and use		vs6000 apps (Palm App Catalog)
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster		vs4G LTE
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps644 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files		vs(4G LTE) 3.1 Mbps
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+4000 mAh2 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use		vs1150 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video		vsNot supported
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos		vsNot supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] 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
+5.1 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.1 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster		vs2.1 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely		vsNot supported
+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.		vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.		vsMicroUSB 2.0
+Gorilla Glass 6Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys		vsNot supported
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example		vsNot supported
163 grams (5.71 ounces)vs+135 grams (4.73 ounces)21%
Lighter
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
10 Common items in both devices
LED flash
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Hands-free calling
+3 specs and more in the table below

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πŸ“± Model features

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
ModelXperia 5 II (SO-52A)Pre (CDMA)
Other model namesソニーXperia 5 Mark II SO-52A (NTT DoCoMo) 5GPalm Pre 1 CDMA, Palm Castle C
Country or region availableJapan
Japan		(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandSonyPalm
Release date9/17/20206/6/2009
Depth8 millimeters (0.31 inches)16.95 millimeters (0.67 inches)
Size (width x height)68 x 158 millimeters (2.68 x 6.22 in)59.57 x 100.53 millimeters (2.35 x 3.96 in)
Weight163 grams (5.71 ounces)135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/backPlastic body
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantNot supported

πŸ“² Display

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
Display typeOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size6.1" inches3.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~80.9% (screen-to-body ratio)~47.8% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2520 pixels (21:9)320x480 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)449 PPI186 PPI
Colors1 billion16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 6Not supported
Refresh rate120Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresHDR10+Not supported

πŸ€– Operating System

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
System versionAndroid 10Palm webOS 1.0
Firmware updateAndroid 11feature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

βš™οΈ Processor

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 (SM8250) (7nm)32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 3430 (65nm)
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 585 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 585 (Quad-core)		Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 600MHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 650 (250-587MHz)PowerVR SGX530 MP1
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

πŸ’½ Memory and storage

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
RAM memory8GB LPDDR4X256MB SDRAM
Internal storage128GB (110GB available)
UFS 3.0		8GB
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)		Not supported

πŸ“Ά Mobile networks

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)		1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload2000/1024 Mbps3.1 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Primary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900CDMA 800/1900
Primary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat18/13 (1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 17, 19, 21, 28, 30, 66)
TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42)
VoLTE		Not supported
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA (1, 77, 78, 79)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSACDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

πŸ“· Camera

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
12 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.470mm1/3.4"1.0Β΅mPDAF3x-optical-zoomOIS
12MP ultrawide f/2.2124Β°16mm1/2.55"PDAF		3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution4000x3000 pixels2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 120 fpsQCIF (176x144)
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.7 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length24mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/1.7" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.8Β΅m pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationNot supported
ZoomDigital and optical zoomNot supported
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

πŸ“Έ Front camera

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
Front camera (secondary)8 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution3264x2448 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length24mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/4" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.12Β΅m pixelfeature not registered

πŸ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more1 microphone
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+

πŸ”Œ Connectivity

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
USBUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.1 + A2DP/LE2.1 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot		802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSSGPS
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor		Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

πŸ”‹ Battery

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BP1
Battery capacity4000 mAh1150 mAh
Charger, watts21W Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 3.0		Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered5 hours
Standbyfeature not registered300 hours (12.5 days)

βž• Other features

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS, MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5feature not registered
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedRetractable QWERTY keyboard
Miscellaneousβ€’ Colors: Black, Grey, Blue, Pink
β€’ Cameras with ZEISS optics
β€’ Dolby Atmos
β€’ 24-bit/192kHz audio
β€’ Dynamic vibration system
β€’ PS4 Remote Play
β€’ DUALSHOCK 4 compatibility		β€’ Colors: Black
β€’ Palm Touchstone charging dock compliant
β€’ Microsoft Office 2007
β€’ Java framework

☒️ Radiation rate

Sony Xperia 5 II (SO-52A)Palm Pre (CDMA)
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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