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Sony Xperia Z (3G) vs Apple iPhone 2G (4GB)

Side by side comparison between Sony Xperia Z vs Apple iPhone 2G phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Apple iPhone 2G X Sony Xperia Z (3G) 33Points
5"
TFT

1080x1920

13
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

2330
mAh

(Non removable)

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01Point Apple iPhone 2G (4GB) Compare Sony Xperia Z X
3.5"
TFT

320x480

2
MP
128MB
RAM

Single-core

1400
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia Z (3G)

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Xperia Z (3G)} 33 Advantages Sony Xperia Z (3G) vs iPhone 2G (4GB)} 1 Advantage Apple iPhone 2G (4GB)
+1.5GHz 32bit Quad-core (28nm)4 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs412MHz 32bit Single-core
+2GB LPDDR215 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs128MB SDRAM
+16GB (12GB available)2 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs4GB (3.49GB available)
+Until 64GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsNot supported
+7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)47%
Thinner
vs11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)
+1080x1920 pixels13 times
Higher resolution screen
vs320x480 pixels
+441 PPI167%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs165 PPI
+5"43%
Larger screen
vs3.5"
+(back) 13MP6 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 2MP
+LED flashAdvantage
The LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+Only digital zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
vsNot supported
+AutofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
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 only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+(front) 2.1MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+Full HD (1920x1080)Advantage
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsNot supported
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52%
More apps available to download and use
vs2300000 apps (App Store)
+3G+ HSPA+Advantage
The 3G+ HSPA+ network is newer and faster
vs2G EDGE
+(3G+ HSPA+) 42 Mbps108 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(2G EDGE) 0.384 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+2330 mAh66%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1400 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
+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
vsNot supported
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
vsNot supported
+802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] 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
+4.0 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.0 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs2.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
vsHTML, XHTML
+Waterproof (IP?)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
146 grams (5.11 ounces)vs+135 grams (4.73 ounces)8%
Lighter

13 Common items in both devices
TFT LCD
16 million
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
+6 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
ModelXperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
Other model namesSony Xperia Z 3G L36h C6602, Sony Xperia Z HSPA+, Sony YugaApple iPhone 1, iPhone 2007 (A1203)
Country or region availablefeature not registered(Europe)CanadaUSA
(Europe), Canada, USA
BrandSonyApple
Release date2/1/20136/1/2007
Depth7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches)11.6 millimeters (0.46 inches)
Size (width x height)71 x 135 millimeters (2.8 x 5.31 in)61 x 115 millimeters (2.4 x 4.53 in)
Weight146 grams (5.11 ounces)135 grams (4.73 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersWaterproof (IP?)Not supported

📲 Display

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT LCD
Screen size5" inches3.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~71.9% (screen-to-body ratio)~52% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels320x480 pixels (3:2)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch 2-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)441 PPI165 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredOleophobic coating screen

🤖 Operating System

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
System versionAndroid 4.1.2 Jelly BeaniOS 1.0
Firmware updateAndroid 4.4.4 KitKatiOS 3.0
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro (APQ8064) (28nm)32bit: Samsung S5L8900
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.5GHz Krait 300 (Quad-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 412MHz ARM1176JZF-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 320 (400MHz)PowerVR MBX Lite
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
RAM memory2GB LPDDR2128MB SDRAM
Internal storage16GB (12GB available)4GB (3.49GB available)
Flash (EEPROM)
External storageUntil 64GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)
Not supported

📶 Mobile networks

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedNot supported
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload42/5.76 Mbps0.384 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G2G
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 850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Primary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+CSD, GPRS, EDGE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedNot supported

📷 Camera

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
Back camera (main camera)13 megapixels2 megapixels
Main camera resolution4128x3096 pixels1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsNot supported
FlashLED flashNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.4 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/3" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusAutofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredNot supported
ZoomOnly digital zoomNot supported
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video only main cameraNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
Front camera (secondary)2.1 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution1920x1080 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Not supported
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 Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more1 microphone
RadioFM (RDS)Not supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, WMV, H.263, H.264feature not registered
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, AC3, FLACMP3

🔌 Connectivity

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0USB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputMicro-B USB MHLProprietary TV-out
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP2.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSNot supported
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)
Battery capacity2330 mAh1400 mAh
Charger, wattsWired charging5W (5V/1A) Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomy14 hours8 hours
Standby530 hours (22.1 days)250 hours (10.4 days)

➕ Other features

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS, E-mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, White, Purple
• Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2
• Exmor RS™ mobile with HDR
• Timescape UI
• PlayNow
• 3D surround sound
• xLOUD
• 16x digital zoom
• 3D sweep panorama
• Dust and water resistant
Java framework
• Colors: Black

☢️ Radiation rate

Sony Xperia Z (3G)iPhone 2G (4GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered0.97W/kg (head), 0.38W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.97W/kg (head), 0.69W/kg (body)
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