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Xiaomi 12S (128GB) vs Nokia N90

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi 12S vs Nokia N90 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia N90 X Xiaomi 12S (128GB) 37Points
6.28"
AMOLED

1080x2400

50
MP

32mp

8GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
2.1"
TFT

352x416

2
MP
N/A
760
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi 12S (128GB)

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12S (128GB)} 37 Advantages Xiaomi 12S (128GB) vs N90} 3 Advantages Nokia N90
+3.19GHz 64bit Octa-core (4nm)26 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs220MHz 32bit Single-core
+128GB (101GB available)3446 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs30MB
+8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)193%
Thinner
vs24 millimeters (0.94 inches)
+Aluminum frame, glass front/backAdvantage
More resistant material
vsPlastic body
+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+Dolby Vision/HDR10+Advantage
The Dolby Vision/HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
vsNot supported
+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
vs60Hz
+1 billion3845 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs260 thousand
+1080x2400 pixels17 times
Higher resolution screen
vs352x416 pixels
+419 PPI62%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs259 PPI
+6.28"199%
Larger screen
vs2.1"
+(triple camera) 50MP + 13MP + 5MP34 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 2MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures
vsNot supported
+OIS: Optical stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video
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 on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+(front) 32MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+8K UHD (7680x4320)326 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsCIF (352x288)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times
More apps available to download and use
vs50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)
+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
vs3G UMTS
+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps5207 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G UMTS) 0.384 Mbps
+Capacitive MultitouchAdvantage
The touch screen facilitates the use of the device
vsNot supported
+Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Face unlock 2D, Fingerprint sensor (under display), Ambient light sensor, Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4500 mAh5 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs760 mAh
+Qi wireless chargingAdvantage
Wireless charging is another way to charge the battery.
vsNot supported
+Video callingAdvantage
The video calling allows to make calls with voice and video
vsNot supported
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+Stereo soundAdvantage
Better sound quality for listening to music or clearer hands-free calls
vsMono sound (not stereo)
+Type-C reversible connectorAdvantage
Best output for headset
vsproprietary audio output
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage
More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos
vsNot supported
+A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavICAdvantage
It's harder to lose yourself in the city with GPS on your device
vsNot supported
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] is newer and faster
vsNot supported
+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs1.2
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.
vsUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
+Gorilla Glass VictusAdvantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys
vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 512MB MMCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
182 grams (6.37 ounces)vs+173 grams (6.06 ounces)5%
Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily

4 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go / USB 2.0 proprietary connector
+ specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
 
Model12S (128GB)Nokia N90
Other model names小米12S 5G (8GB RAM) 2206123SCNokia N90
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
feature not registered
BrandXiaomiNokia
Release date7/7/2022, Announced: 7/4/20224/27/2005
Depth8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)24 millimeters (0.94 inches)
Size (width x height)69.9 x 152.7 millimeters (2.75 x 6.01 in)51 x 112 millimeters (2.01 x 4.41 in)
Weight182 grams (6.37 ounces)173 grams (6.06 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/backPlastic body
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
Display typeAMOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size6.28" inches2.1" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~89.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~24.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2400 pixels (20:9)352x416 pixels
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsNot supported
Pixel density (dot pitch)419 PPI259 PPI
Colors1 billion260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass VictusNot supported
Refresh rate120Hz60Hz
Display features1100nits[peak]
Dolby Vision/HDR10+
Extra display: (128x128) 65K colors

🤖 Operating System

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
System versionAndroid 12Symbian 8.1 S60 2nd Edition Feature Pack 3
Firmware updateAndroid 13feature not registered
User InterfaceMIUI 13 / 14feature not registered

⚙️ Processor

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (SM8475) (4nm)32bit: Texas Instruments OMAP 1710
CPUOcta-core, 3 processors:
1x 3.19GHz ARM Cortex-X2 (Single-core)
3x 2.75GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Triple-core)
4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-core)
Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 220MHz ARM926TEJ (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 730 (818MHz)feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 1029495 (v9)feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
RAM memory8GB LPDDR5feature not registered
Internal storage128GB (101GB available)
UFS 3.1
30MB
External storageNot supportedUntil 512MB MMC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardNot supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
Standard mini-SIM (2FF)
Maximum Download / Upload2000/1024 Mbps0.384 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G, 5G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Tri-Band 900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 900/1800/1900 - USA: 850/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42)
VoLTE
Not supported
Primary 5G networkSA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78)Not supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSACSD, HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 26)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSANot supported

📷 Camera

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
Back camera (main camera)(triple camera)
50 megapixels
13MP ultrawide f/2.415mm123°1/3.06"1.12µm
5MP telephoto macro f/2.450mmAF
2 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (primary)8K UHD (7680x4320) 24 fpsCIF (352x288)
FlashDual-LED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.9 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length24mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor size1/1.28" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.22µm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusLDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationNot supported
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasNot supported
Camera extras4K@60fps
1080p@960fps
Sony IMX707
Leica optics
Carl Zeiss optics

📸 Front camera

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
Front camera (secondary)32 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution6528x4896 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.5 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal length26mm (lens)feature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel size0.7µm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
LoudspeakerStereo sound
24-bit/192kHz
Tuned by Harman Kardon
Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more1 microphone
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMPEG4, H.263, 3GPP
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, AAC+, AMR, RA

🔌 Connectivity

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoUSB 2.0 proprietary connector
Audio outputType-C reversible connectorproprietary audio output
TV outputUSB Type-C (reversible)Not supported
Bluetooth5.2 + A2DP/LE1.2
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
Not supported
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavICNot supported
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (under display)
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
Not supported
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5B
Battery capacity4500 mAh760 mAh
Charger, watts67W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
Quick Charge 4
USB Power Delivery 3.0
Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging50W Qi wireless charging
10W Reverse wireless charging
Not supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered3 hours
Standbyfeature not registered288 hours (12 days)

➕ Other features

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5feature not registered
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Gray, White, Purple, Green• Colors: Silver
Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Xiaomi 12S (128GB)Nokia N90
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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