Sony Xperia XZ (F8331) vs Nokia N95 (RM-159)

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Side by side comparison between Sony Xperia XZ vs Nokia N95 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

10/27/2016 8:52 PM, updated: 6/19/2025 9:44 AM

Compare Nokia N95 X Sony Xperia XZ (F8331) 36Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.2"
TFT

1080x1920

23
MP

13mp

3GB
RAM

Quad-core

2900
mAh

(Non removable)

03Points Nokia N95 (RM-159) Compare Sony Xperia XZ X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

2.6"
TFT

240x320

5
MP

0.3mp

64MB
RAM

Single-core

950
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)

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36 Advantages Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	vs	3 Advantages Nokia N95 (RM-159)
+2.15GHz 64bit Quad-core (14nm)10 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	330MHz 32bit Single-core (90nm)
+3GB LPDDR447 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	64MB SDRAM
+32GB (21GB available)133 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	256MB (160MB available)
+Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC31 times More external storage for files using memory cards	vs	Until 8GB microSD
+8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)159% Thinner	vs	21 millimeters (0.83 inches)
+Aluminum body, glass frontAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body
+1080x1920 pixels26 times Higher resolution screen	vs	240x320 pixels
+424 PPI175% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	154 PPI
+5.2"100% Larger screen	vs	2.6"
+(back) 23MP4 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 5MP
+Only digital zoomAdvantage The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 13MP41 times Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 0.3MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	VGA (640x480)
+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)81 times More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera	vs	(front) QCIF (176x144)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times More apps available to download and use	vs	50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)
+4G LTE-AAdvantage The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSDPA
+(4G LTE-A) 450 Mbps124 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbps
+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage The touch screen facilitates the use of the device	vs	Not supported
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+BarometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+PedometerAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+2900 mAh2 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	950 mAh
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+DLNAAdvantage With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.	vs	Not supported
+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster	vs	2.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely	vs	Not supported
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	Mini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	WAP, HTML, Flash player
+Gorilla Glass 4Advantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
+IP68 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example	vs	Not supported
161 grams (5.64 ounces)	vs	+120 grams (4.2 ounces)34% Lighter
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	vs	+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supported	vs	+FMAdvantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

14 Common items in both devices

TFT LCD

60Hz

16 million

LED flash

LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus / Autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

Accelerometer

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📱 Model features
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	Xperia XZ (F8331)	N95 (RM-159)
Other model names	Xperia XZ 32GB F8331 Single-SIM, Sony Kagura SS	Nokia N95 US, Nokia RM-159
Country or region available	(Europe), (Global, International), Brazil, USA	(Global, International)
Brand	Sony	Nokia
Release date	10/3/2016, Announced: 9/1/2016	3/1/2007
Depth	8.1 millimeters (0.32 inches)	21 millimeters (0.83 inches)
Size (width x height)	72 x 146 millimeters (2.83 x 5.75 in)	53 x 99 millimeters (2.09 x 3.9 in)
Weight	161 grams (5.64 ounces)	120 grams (4.2 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum body, glass front	Plastic body
Protection against water and others	IP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant	Not supported
📲 Display
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Display type	TFT LCD	TFT LCD
Screen size	5.2" inches	2.6" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~70.9% (screen-to-body ratio)	~39.9% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x1920 pixels (16:9)	240x320 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Not supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)	424 PPI	154 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass 4	Not supported
Refresh rate	60Hz	60Hz
Display features	Triluminos X-Reality Engine	Not supported
🤖 Operating System
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
System version	Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow	Symbian 9.2 S60 3rd Edition Feature Pack 1
Firmware update	Android 8.0 Oreo	feature not registered
User Interface	feature not registered	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 (MSM8996) (14nm)	32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 2420 (90nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.15GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 330MHz ARM1136 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 530 (624MHz)	PowerVR MBX
Performance (benchmark)	Basemark X: 29548	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
RAM memory	3GB LPDDR4	64MB SDRAM
Internal storage	32GB (21GB available) eMMC 5.1	256MB (160MB available)
External storage	Until 256GB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)	Until 8GB microSD (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Dual-SIM	Not supported	Not supported
SIM card	1 slot (Single-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	450/50 Mbps	3.6 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	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 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 2100 - USA: 850/1900
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat9 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 32) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	CSD, HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
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 XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Back camera (main camera)	23 megapixels	5 megapixels
Main camera resolution	5520x4140 pixels	2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	VGA (640x480) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	24mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/2.3" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Autofocus	LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus	Autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Not supported
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Not supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	1080p@60fps Exmor RS	Carl Zeiss optics
📸 Front camera
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Front camera (secondary)	13 megapixels	0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	QCIF (176x144)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.0 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	22mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/3" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	feature not registered	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound 24-bit/192kHz	Stereo sound
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	1 microphone
Radio	Not supported	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, WMV, 3GP, RV
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WMA, WAV, RA, AAC, M4A
🔌 Connectivity
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	Mini-USB 2.0 (Mini-B)
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	3.5mm (same audio output)
Bluetooth	4.2 + A2DP	2.0 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Supported
🧭 Sensors
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted) Gyroscope Pedometer Proximity sensor	Accelerometer
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable) BL-5F
Battery capacity	2900 mAh	950 mAh
Charger, watts	18W Wired fast charging Quick Charge 3	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	Not supported	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	17.5 hours	2.7 hours
Standby	610 hours (25.4 days)	192 hours (8 days)
➕ Other features
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice dialing, Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	WAP, HTML, Flash player
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Black, Platinum, Blue, Pink	• Colors: Silver, Plum, Black, Pink, Red • 128MB microSD included Nokia Maps Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Sony Xperia XZ (F8331)	Nokia N95 (RM-159)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	0.81W/kg (head), 0.35W/kg (body)	0.79W/kg (head), 0.76W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.85W/kg (head), 1.2W/kg (body)	0.5W/kg (head)