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Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE) vs Motorola Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)

Side by side comparison between Sony Xperia Z Ultra vs Motorola Moto C Plus phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Motorola Moto C Plus X Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE) 21Points
6.4"
TFT

1080x1920

8
MP

2.1mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

3050
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
08Points Motorola Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB) Compare Sony Xperia Z Ultra X
5"
TFT

720x1280

8
MP

2mp

2GB
RAM

Quad-core

4000
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)

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Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)} 21 Advantages Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE) vs Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)} 8 Advantages Motorola Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
+2.2GHz 32bit Quad-core46%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.3GHz 64bit Quad-core
+16GB (11GB available)10%
More internal storage for applications and files
vs16GB (10GB available)
+Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC100%
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 32GB microSD, microSDXC
+6.5 millimeters (0.26 inches)54%
Thinner
vs10 millimeters (0.39 inches)
+1080x1920 pixels125%
Higher resolution screen
vs720x1280 pixels
+344 PPI17%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs294 PPI
+6.4"28%
Larger screen
vs5"
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+(front) 2.1MP8%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 2MP
+Full HD (1920x1080)125%
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsHD (1280x720)
+(front) Full HD (1920x1080)5 times
More image quality for recording videos with the secondary camera
vs(front) VGA (720x480)
+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
+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
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 [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
vsNot supported
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+Scratch-resistant glassAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
+Waterproof (IP?)Advantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
212 grams (7.42 ounces)vs+162 grams (5.67 ounces)31%
Lighter
Not supportedvs+LED flash on both camerasAdvantage
The LED flash on both cameras helps in dark places or in low light
HDR photo/video only main cameravs+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
Android 4.4.4 KitKatvs+Android 7.0 NougatAdvantage
Android 7.0 Nougat is newer and safer
3050 mAhvs+4000 mAh31%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
4.0 + A2DPvs+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster

19 Common items in both devices
2GB LPDDR3
TFT LCD
16 million
(back) 8MP
Only digital zoom
Autofocus
4G LTE
+12 specs and more in the table below

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
ModelXperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
Other model namesSony Xperia Z Ultra C6833, Xperia Z Ultra C6806, Sony TogariLenovo Moto C Plus XT1723 Dual-sim (16GB + 2GB RAM)
Country or region availablefeature not registeredSouth AfricaUnited Arab Emirates(Europe)IsraelKenya(Global, International)
South Africa, United Arab Emirates, (Europe), Israel, Kenya, (Global, International)
BrandSonyMotorola
Release date7/30/20136/1/2017
Depth6.5 millimeters (0.26 inches)10 millimeters (0.39 inches)
Size (width x height)92.2 x 179.4 millimeters (3.63 x 7.06 in)72.3 x 144 millimeters (2.85 x 5.67 in)
Weight212 grams (7.42 ounces)162 grams (5.67 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersWaterproof (IP?)Not supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
Display typeTFT LCDTFT LCD
Screen size6.4" inches5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~68.3% (screen-to-body ratio)~66.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels720x1280 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)344 PPI294 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glassNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Display featuresfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
System versionAndroid 4.2.2 Jelly BeanAndroid 7.0 Nougat
Firmware updateAndroid 4.4.4 KitKatfeature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

โš™๏ธ Processor

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
Chipset32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM897464bit: MediaTek MT6737 (28nm)
CPUQuad-core, 1 processor:
4x 2.2GHz Krait 400 (Quad-core)
Quad-core, 1 processor:
4x 1.3GHz ARM Cortex-A53 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 330ARM Mali-T720 MP2 550Mhz
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
RAM memory2GB LPDDR32GB LPDDR3
Internal storage16GB (11GB available)16GB (10GB available)
eMMC 5.0
External storageUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 32GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload150/50 Mbps150/50 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G
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 850/900/1700/1900/2100UMTS 850/900/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE C6806: 700/850/900/1700/1900/2100/2600 - C6833: 800/850/900/1700/1800/1900/2100/2600LTE Cat4 (Bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTEGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
Back camera (main camera)8 megapixels8 megapixels
Main camera resolution3264x2448 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsHD (1280x720) 30 fps
FlashNot supportedLED flash on both cameras
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.2 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.12ยตm pixel
AutofocusAutofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationfeature not registeredEIS: Digital stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video only main cameraHDR photo on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
Front camera (secondary)2.1 megapixels2 megapixels
Front camera resolution1920x1080 pixels1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)VGA (720x480)
Front flashNot supportedLED
Focal aperturefeature not registeredf/2.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
LoudspeakerSupportedSupported
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or moreNot supported
RadioFM (RDS)FM
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, DivX, XviD, H.264, H.263, WMVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputMicro-B USB MHLNot supported
Bluetooth4.0 + A2DP4.2 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
DLNASupportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASSA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)
HC60
Battery capacity3050 mAh4000 mAh
Charger, wattsWired chargingWired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Talk time autonomy16 hours13 hours
Standby820 hours (34.2 days)feature not registered

โž• Other features

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, White, Purple
โ€ข Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine 3
โ€ข X-Reality triluminos display
โ€ข USB On-The-Go 1.3
โ€ข Panorama photo
โ€ข 3D Surround Sound
โ€ข Java framework
โ€ข Colors: Black, White, Metallic Cherry, Fine Gold
โ€ข WiFi hotspot

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Sony Xperia Z Ultra (4G LTE)Moto C Plus (XT1723 16GB/2GB)
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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