Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) vs Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023)
Side by side comparison between Sony Xperia Neo L vs Samsung Google Nexus S phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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4"
LED
LED
480x854
5
MP
MP
0.3mp
512MB
RAM
RAM
Single-core
1500
mAh
mAh
(Removable)
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4"
AMOLED
AMOLED
480x800
5
MP
MP
0.3mp
512MB
RAM
RAM
Single-core
1500
mAh
mAh
(Removable)
What's the better phone? Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i)
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24 Common items in both devices |
512MB LPDDR2 |
16 million |
4" |
(back) 5MP |
LED flash |
Only digital zoom |
Autofocus |
+17 specs and more in the table below |
Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.
Highlight differences Clear highlight📱 Model features | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
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Model | Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) |
Other model names | Sony Xperia Neo L MT25, Sony MT25i | Airtel Samsung Nexus S GT-i9023 for India, Samsung Soju |
Country or region available | (Global, International) | India |
Brand | Sony | Samsung |
Release date | 7/1/2012 | 3/1/2011 |
Depth | 12.2 millimeters (0.48 inches) | 10.88 millimeters (0.43 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 61.1 x 121 millimeters (2.41 x 4.76 in) | 63 x 123.9 millimeters (2.48 x 4.88 in) |
Weight | 132 grams (4.62 ounces) | 129 grams (4.52 ounces) |
Build, materials | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Protection against water and others | Not supported | Not supported |
📲 Display | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
Display type | TFT LED-Backlit LCD | Super AMOLED |
Screen size | 4" inches | 4" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~59.6% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~58.3% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 480x854 pixels | 480x800 pixels |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch 4-points | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 245 PPI | 233 PPI |
Colors | 16 million | 16 million |
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 Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
System version | Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS | Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread |
Firmware update | Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS | Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean |
User Interface | feature not registered | feature not registered |
⚙️ Processor | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
Chipset | 32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S2 MSM8255 | 32bit: Samsung Exynos 3 Single 3110 (45nm) |
CPU | Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1GHz Scorpion (Single-core) | Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A8 (Single-core) |
GPU graphical controller | Qualcomm Adreno 205 | PowerVR SGX540 |
Performance (benchmark) | feature not registered | feature not registered |
💽 Memory and storage | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
RAM memory | 512MB LPDDR2 | 512MB LPDDR2 |
Internal storage | 1GB (300MB available) | 16GB (13GB available) eMMC |
External storage | Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot) | Not supported |
📶 Mobile networks | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
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 | 7.2/5.76 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 900/2100 | UMTS 900/1700/2100 |
Primary 4G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary 5G network | Not supported | Not supported |
Primary data network | CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA | CSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA |
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 Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
Back camera (main camera) | 5 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Main camera resolution | 2592x1944 pixels | 2560x1920 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | HD (1280x720) 30 fps | VGA (720x480) 30 fps |
Flash | LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/2.4 (aperture) | 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 | Autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | feature not registered | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Only digital zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection |
BSI sensor | Not supported | Not supported |
HDR | Not supported | Not supported |
Camera extras | feature not registered | feature not registered |
📸 Front camera | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 0.3 megapixels | 0.3 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 640x480 pixels | 640x480 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | Not supported | VGA (640x480) |
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 Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
Loudspeaker | Supported | Supported |
Active noise cancellation | Not supported | Not supported |
Radio | Not supported | Not supported |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.264, WMV | MP4, H.264, H.263 |
Audio formats | MP3, WMA, WAV, eAAC+ | MP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3 |
🔌 Connectivity | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
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 | Supported |
GPS | A-GPS, GeoTagging | A-GPS, GeoTagging |
NFC | Not supported | Not supported |
Infrared port | Not supported | Not supported |
🧭 Sensors | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Gyroscope Proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
🔋 Battery | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable) | Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) |
Battery capacity | 1500 mAh | 1500 mAh |
Charger, watts | Wired charging | Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Talk time autonomy | 7.2 hours | 6.4 hours |
Standby | 410 hours (17.1 days) | 370 hours (15.4 days) |
➕ Other features | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands |
Messaging | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail | SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail |
Hands-free calling | Supported | Supported |
Video calling | Supported | Supported |
Ringtones | Polyphonic and customized | Polyphonic and customized |
Web browser | HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player | HTML, XHTML, Flash player |
Antenna | Internal antenna | Internal antenna |
Qwerty physical keyboard | Not supported | Not supported |
Miscellaneous | • Colors: Black, White • Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine • Sony xLOUD • Video stabiliser • PlayNow • WiFi hotspot • Java framework | • Colors: Black • Contour Display with curved glass screen • Panorama photo • WiFi hotspot • Java framework |
☢️ Radiation rate | ||
Sony Xperia Neo L (MT25i) | Samsung Google Nexus S (GT-i9023) | |
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.) | 0.84W/kg (head), 0.46W/kg (body) | feature not registered |
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.) | 1.01W/kg (head) | feature not registered |