Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB) vs Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)

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Side by side comparison between Xiaomi 12 vs Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

7/20/2022 8:51 AM, updated: 7/20/2022 9:21 AM

Compare Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman X Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB) 36Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.28"
AMOLED

1080x2400

50
MP

32mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

05Points Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a) Compare Xiaomi 12 X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

3"
TFT

320x480

3.1
MP

256MB
RAM

Single-core

1200
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)

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36 Advantages Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	vs	5 Advantages Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
+3GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)8 times More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster	vs	600MHz 32bit Single-core
+12GB LPDDR547 times More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	256MB
+256GB (218GB available)1743 times More internal storage for applications and files	vs	512MB (128MB available)
+8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)83% Thinner	vs	15 millimeters (0.59 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage More resistant material	vs	Plastic body
+AMOLEDAdvantage AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid	vs	TFT LCD
+1 billion62 times More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos	vs	16 million
+1080x2400 pixels16 times Higher resolution screen	vs	320x480 pixels
+419 PPI118% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	192 PPI
+6.28"109% Larger screen	vs	3"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 13MP + 5MP21 times Higher resolution main camera	vs	(back) 3.1MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light	vs	Not supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage Best autofocus type for taking pictures	vs	Not supported
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video	vs	Not supported
+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness	vs	Not supported
+HDR photo/video on both camerasAdvantage The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas	vs	Not supported
+(front) 32MPAdvantage A front-camera is best for taking selfies	vs	Not supported
+8K UHD (7680x4320)107 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	VGA (640x480)
+Android 12Advantage Android 12 is newer and safer	vs	Android 2.1 Eclair
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster	vs	3G HSUPA
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps277 times Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+MultitouchAdvantage Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.	vs	Single
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Fingerprint sensor (under display)Advantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Virtual proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+4500 mAh3 times Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use	vs	1200 mAh
+Video callingAdvantage The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video	vs	Not supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.	vs	1 slot (Single-SIM) (dedicated slot)
+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/ax [wifi6]Advantage WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] is newer and faster	vs	802.11 b/g [wifi3]
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster	vs	2.1 + 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	MicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage Better sites viewing on the internet	vs	HTML, XHTML
Not supported	vs	+Until 16GB microSDAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
180 grams (6.3 ounces)	vs	+104 grams (3.64 ounces)73% Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	vs	+LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable)Advantage Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C reversible connector	vs	+3.5mm jackAdvantage Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supported	vs	+FM (RDS)Advantage The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

9 Common items in both devices

Only digital zoom

Capacitive

Accelerometer

Compass

Hands-free calling

Vibrating alert

A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC / A-GPS, GeoTagging

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📱 Model features
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
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Model	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Other model names	Xiaomi 12 5G 2201123G (Global), 2201123C (China)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman E16
Country or region available	China	(Latin America), Canada, USA
Brand	Xiaomi	Sony Ericsson
Release date	12/31/2021, Announced: 12/28/2011	6/1/2011
Depth	8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)	15 millimeters (0.59 inches)
Size (width x height)	69.9 x 152.7 millimeters (2.75 x 6.01 in)	54 x 99 millimeters (2.13 x 3.9 in)
Weight	180 grams (6.3 ounces)	104 grams (3.64 ounces)
Build, materials	Aluminum frame, glass front/back	Plastic body
Protection against water and others	Not supported	Not supported
📲 Display
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Display type	AMOLED	TFT LCD
Screen size	6.28" inches	3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~89.2% (screen-to-body ratio)	~50.1% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x2400 pixels (20:9)	320x480 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch 10-points	Capacitive Single touch 1-point
Pixel density (dot pitch)	419 PPI	192 PPI
Colors	1 billion	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass Victus	Scratch-resistant glass
Refresh rate	120Hz	feature not registered
Display features	1100nits[peak] Dolby Vision/HDR10+	feature not registered
🤖 Operating System
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
System version	Android 12	Android 2.1 Eclair
Firmware update	feature not registered	feature not registered
User Interface	MIUI 13	feature not registered
⚙️ Processor
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (SM8450) (4nm)	32bit: Qualcomm MSM7227
CPU	Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 3GHz ARM Cortex-X2 (Single-core) 3x 2.5GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Triple-core) 4x 1.79GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)	Single-core, 1 processor: 1x 600MHz ARM1136EJ-S (Single-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 730 (818MHz)	Qualcomm Adreno 200
Performance (benchmark)	AnTuTu: 985115 (v9) Geekbench: 3652 (v5.1) GFXBench: 75fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)	feature not registered
💽 Memory and storage
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
RAM memory	12GB LPDDR5	256MB
Internal storage	256GB (218GB available) UFS 3.1	512MB (128MB available)
External storage	Not supported	Until 16GB microSD (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Not supported
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	1 slot (Single-SIM) Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	2000/1024 Mbps	7.2/2 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G, 5G	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	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	UMTS 850/1900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat20 VoLTE Global version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48) China version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42)	Not supported
Primary 5G network	Global version: SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78, 79) China version: SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 41, 77, 78, 79)	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	Not supported
Secondary 3G network	UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100	Not supported
Secondary 4G network	LTE Cat20 VoLTE Global version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66) TD-LTE (38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48) China version: LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42)	Not supported
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA	Not supported
📷 Camera
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Back camera (main camera)	(triple camera) 50 megapixels 13MP ultrawide f/2.412mm123°1/3.06"1.12µm 5MP telephoto macro f/2.450mmAF	3.1 megapixels
Main camera resolution	8160x6120 pixels	2048x1536 pixels
Video recording (primary)	8K UHD (7680x4320) 24 fps	VGA (640x480) 30 fps
Flash	Dual-LED flash	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/1.9 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/1.56" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	Not supported
Touch focus	Supported	Not supported
Image stabilization	OIS: Optical stabilization	Not supported
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Not supported
BSI sensor	Supported	Not supported
HDR	HDR photo/video on both cameras	Not supported
Camera extras	4K@60fps 1080p@960fps Sony IMX707 Leica optics	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Front camera (secondary)	32 megapixels	Not supported
Front camera resolution	6528x4896 pixels	Not supported
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Not supported
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.5 (aperture)	feature not registered
Focal length	26mm (lens)	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	feature not registered
Pixel size	0.7µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Loudspeaker	Stereo sound with dual speakers 24-bit/192kHz Dolby Atmos Tuned by Harman Kardon	Supported
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	Not supported
Radio	Not supported	FM (RDS)
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV	MP4, WMV, H.263, H.264
Audio formats	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+
🔌 Connectivity
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
USB	USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	Type-C reversible connector	3.5mm jack
TV output	USB Type-C (reversible)	Not supported
Bluetooth	5.2 + A2DP/LE	2.1 + A2DP
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 b/g [wifi3] (2.4GHz)
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC	A-GPS, GeoTagging
NFC	Supported	Not supported
Infrared port	Supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Face unlock 2D Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Virtual proximity sensor	Accelerometer Compass
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Battery type	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Removable) EP500
Battery capacity	4500 mAh	1200 mAh
Charger, watts	67W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable Quick Charge 4 USB Power Delivery 3.0	Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	50W Qi wireless charging 10W Reverse wireless charging	feature not registered
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	4.8 hours
Standby	feature not registered	476 hours (19.8 days)
➕ Other features
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands	Voice recorder
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Not supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Gray, Blue, Purple, Green • LiquidCool	• Colors: Azure, Orange, Red • 2GB microSD included • Wisepilot navigation • PlayNow • SE UX platform • Sony Ericsson Timescape • Java framework
☢️ Radiation rate
	Xiaomi 12 (256GB/12GB)	Sony Ericsson W8 Walkman (E16a)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	1.09W/kg (head), 0.91W/kg (body)	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	0.6W/kg (head), 1W/kg (body)	feature not registered