Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a) vs Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)

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Side by side comparison between Sony Xperia Tipo vs Google Pixel 8 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

9/24/2024 5:55 PM, updated: 5/28/2025 2:23 PM

Compare Google Pixel 8 X Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a) 05Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3.2"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

512MB
RAM

Single-core

1500
mAh

(Removable)

34Points Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB) Compare Sony Xperia Tipo X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.2"
OLED

1080x2400

50
MP

10.5mp

8GB
RAM

Nona-core

4575
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)

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!

5 Advantages Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	vs	34 Advantages Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Not supported
+99 grams (3.47 ounces)89% Lighter	vs	187 grams (6.55 ounces)
+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily	vs	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores	vs	Type-C reversible connector
+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general	vs	Not supported
800MHz 32bit Single-core	vs	+2.91GHz 64bit Nona-core (4nm)5 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
512MB LPDDR	vs	+8GB LPDDR5X15 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
4GB (2.49GB available)	vs	+128GB (101GB available)40 times More internal storage for applications and files
13 millimeters (0.51 inches)	vs	+8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)46% Thinner
TFT LCD	vs	+OLEDAdvantage OLED display is brighter and more vivid
260 thousand	vs	+16 million61 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
320x480 pixels	vs	+1080x2400 pixels16 times Higher resolution screen
180 PPI	vs	+424 PPI136% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
3.2"	vs	+6.2"94% Larger screen
(back) 3.1MP	vs	+(dual camera) 50MP + 12MP19 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
Not supported	vs	+LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
Not supported	vs	+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Not supported	vs	+(front) 10.5MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies
VGA (640x480)	vs	+4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS	vs	+Android 15Advantage Android 15 is newer and safer
3G HSUPA	vs	+5G mmWaveAdvantage The 5G mmWave network is newer and faster
(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps	vs	+(5G mmWave) 5000 Mbps693 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supported	vs	+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Face unlockAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device
Not supported	vs	+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
1500 mAh	vs	+4575 mAh2 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Not supported	vs	+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)	vs	+1 slot (Single-SIM) + e-SIM (Eletronic)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
Not supported	vs	+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]	vs	+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
2.1 + A2DP	vs	+5.3 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.3 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
MicroUSB 2.0	vs	+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
Not supported	vs	+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

12 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Multitouch

Accelerometer

Ambient light sensor

Compass

Proximity sensor

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📱 Model features
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
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Model	Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Other model names	Sony Xperia tipo Single-Sim, Sony ST21a, Sony Tapioca SS	Google Pixel 8 GKWS6 (Verizon, AT&T) Ultra Wideband
Country or region available	(Latin America), Canada, USA	Canada, USA
Brand	Sony	Google
Release date	9/1/2012	10/12/2023, Announced: 10/4/2023
Depth	13 millimeters (0.51 inches)	8.9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)	57 x 103 millimeters (2.24 x 4.06 in)	70.8 x 150.5 millimeters (2.79 x 5.93 in)
Weight	99 grams (3.47 ounces)	187 grams (6.55 ounces)
Build, materials	feature not registered	Aluminum frame, glass front/back Back: Gorilla Glass Victus
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant
📲 Display
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Display type	TFT LCD	OLED
Screen size	3.2" inches	6.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~51.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~87.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	320x480 pixels	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 2-points	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)	180 PPI	424 PPI
Colors	260 thousand	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass Victus
Refresh rate	feature not registered	120Hz
Display features	feature not registered	2000nits[peak] HDR10+ Always-On Display
🤖 Operating System
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
System version	Android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS	Android 14
Firmware update	Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich ICS	Android 15
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Chipset	32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S1 MSM7225A	64bit: Google Tensor G3 (4nm)
CPU	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 800MHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Single-core)	Nona-core, 3 processors: 1x 2.91GHz ARM Cortex-X3 (Single-core) 4x 2.4GHz ARM Cortex-A715 (Quad-core) 4x 1.7GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 200	ARM Mali-G715 MP7 (890MHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 926910 (v9), 1159143 (v10) Geekbench: 3526 (v5), 4404 (v6) GFXBench: 73fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
💽 Memory and storage
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
RAM memory	512MB LPDDR	8GB LPDDR5X
Internal storage	4GB (2.49GB available)	128GB (101GB available) UFS 3.1
External storage	Until 32GB microSD, microSDHC (dedicated slot)	Not supported
📶 Mobile networks
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF) + e-SIM
Maximum Download / Upload	7.2/5.76 Mbps	5000/1920 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
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 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41, 46, 48) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	Not supported	SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 71, 77, 78) mmWave (258, 260, 261)
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWave
Secondary 2G network	Not supported	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat24 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41, 46, 48) VoLTE
Secondary data network	Not supported	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA, Sub6, mmWave
📷 Camera
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Back camera (main camera)	3.1 megapixels	(dual camera) 50 megapixels 12MP ultrawide f/2.2126°1/2.9"1.25µmAF
Main camera resolution	2048x1536 pixels	8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (primary)	VGA (640x480) 30 fps	4K UHD (3840x2160) 60 fps
Flash	Not supported	Dual-LED flash
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	25mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/1.31" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.2µm pixel
Autofocus	Not supported	LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	feature not registered	OIS: Optical stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Not supported	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	Not supported	HDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	4K@24/30/60fps 1080p@30/60/120/240fps HDR10+ Slow motion
📸 Front camera
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Front camera (secondary)	Not supported	10.5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	Not supported	4320x2432 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Not supported	4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	feature not registered	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	20mm (lens)
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/3.1" inches
Pixel size	feature not registered	1.22µm pixel
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Stereo sound
Active noise cancellation	Not supported	3 microphones
Radio	FM (RDS)	Not supported
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, WMV	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, WMA, WAV, eAAC+	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
USB	MicroUSB 2.0	USB 3.2 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio output	3.5mm jack	Type-C reversible connector
TV output	Not supported	USB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth	2.1 + A2DP	5.3 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be [wifi7/6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Hall effect Proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BA700	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity	1500 mAh	4575 mAh
Charger, watts	Wired charging	27W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable USB Power Delivery 3.0
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	18W Qi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC) Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomy	4.5 hours	feature not registered
Standby	545 hours (22.7 days)	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	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	Not supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, White, Red, Navy Blue • Sony xLOUD • WiFi hotspot • Java framework	• Colors: Obsidian, Hazel, Rose, Mint
☢️ Radiation rate
	Sony Xperia Tipo (ST21a)	Google Pixel 8 (GKWS6 128GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.37W/kg (head), 0.74W/kg (body)	1.1W/kg (head), 0.99W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	1.62W/kg (head), 1.3W/kg (body)	0.98W/kg (head), 1.2W/kg (body)