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Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB) vs Nokia 5230 (RM-588)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Mi A2 vs Nokia 5230 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia 5230 X Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB) 36Points
Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
5.99"
IPS

1080x2160

12
MP

20mp

6GB
RAM

Octa-core

3000
mAh

(Non removable)

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05Points Nokia 5230 (RM-588) Compare Xiaomi Mi A2 X
Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
Specifications Compare Models Pictures
3.2"
TFT

360x640

2
MP
128MB
RAM

Single-core

1320
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

Mi A2 (128GB)} 36 Advantages Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB) vs 5230 (RM-588)} 5 Advantages Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
+2.2GHz 64bit Octa-core (14nm)9 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster		vs434MHz 32bit Single-core
+6GB LPDDR4X47 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.		vs128MB SDRAM
+128GB (111GB available)1623 times
More internal storage for applications and files		vs256MB (70MB available)
+eMMC 5.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.		vsFlash (EEPROM)
+7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)112%
Thinner		vs15.5 millimeters (0.61 inches)
+Aluminum body, glass frontAdvantage
More resistant material		vsPlastic body
+LTPS IPS LCDAdvantage
LTPS IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid		vsTFT LCD
+1080x2160 pixels9 times
Higher resolution screen		vs360x640 pixels
+403 PPI76%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)		vs229 PPI
+5.99"87%
Larger screen		vs3.2"
+(dual camera) 12MP + 20MP16 times
Higher resolution main camera		vs(back) 2MP
+Dual-LED on main camera and LED on front cameraAdvantage
The Dual-LED on main camera and LED on front camera helps in dark places or in low light		vsNot supported
+PDAF: phase detection autofocusAdvantage
Best autofocus type for taking pictures		vsNot supported
+EIS: Digital stabilizationAdvantage
Image stabilization prevents blurry photos and helps in recording motion video		vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas		vsNot supported
+(front) 20MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies		vsNot supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)26 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera		vsVGA (640x480)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)69 times
More apps available to download and use		vs50000 apps (Nokia Ovi Store)
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster		vs3G HSDPA
+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps166 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files		vs(3G HSDPA) 3.6 Mbps
+CapacitiveAdvantage
Better touchscreen. The capacitive screen is much more sensitive.		vsResistive
+MultitouchAdvantage
Better touch type. Multitouch allows to use more fingers at the same time.		vsSingle
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+Face unlock 2DAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device		vsNot supported
+3000 mAh127%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use		vs1320 mAh
+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)
+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		vsNot supported
+5.0 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.0 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster		vs2.0 + A2DP
+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.		vsMicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet		vsWAP, HTML, Flash player
+Gorilla Glass 5Advantage
Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys		vsNot supported
Not supportedvs+Until 16GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
166 grams (5.81 ounces)vs+115 grams (4.03 ounces)44%
Lighter
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Type-C jack with 3.5mm jack adaptervs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general
8 Common items in both devices
16 million
Only digital zoom
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou / A-GPS
+ specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
ModelXiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)5230 (RM-588)
Other model namesXiaomi Mi A2 M1804D2SG (128GB + 6GB RAM), 小米6X, Xiaomi WayneNokia 5230-2, Nokia RM-588
Country or region available(Global, International)India
(Global, International), India		(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandXiaomiNokia
Release date7/27/2018, Announced: 7/24/201811/10/2009, Announced: 8/10/2009
Depth7.3 millimeters (0.29 inches)15.5 millimeters (0.61 inches)
Size (width x height)75.4 x 158.7 millimeters (2.97 x 6.25 in)51.7 x 111 millimeters (2.04 x 4.37 in)
Weight166 grams (5.81 ounces)115 grams (4.03 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum body, glass frontPlastic body
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

📲 Display

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
Display typeLTPS IPS LCDTFT LCD
Screen size5.99" inches3.2" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~77.4% (screen-to-body ratio)~49.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x2160 pixels (19:9)360x640 pixels (16:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchResistive Single touch 1-point
Pixel density (dot pitch)403 PPI229 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass 5Not supported
Refresh rate60Hzfeature not registered
Display featuresNot supportedNot supported

🤖 Operating System

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
System versionAndroid 8.1 OreoSymbian 9.4 S60 5th Edition Symbian^1
Firmware updateAndroid 10feature not registered
User Interfacefeature not registeredSeries 60 UI

⚙️ Processor

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 (SDM660) (14nm)32bit: ARM 1136JF-S
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
4x 2.2GHz Kryo 260 Gold (Quad-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Silver (Quad-core)		Single-core, 1 processor:
1x 434MHz ARM11 (Single-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 512 (650MHz)feature not registered
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 130927 (v7), 172886 (v8)
Geekbench: 4625 (v4.4), 1157 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 8.6fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)		feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR4X128MB SDRAM
Internal storage128GB (111GB available)
eMMC 5.1		256MB (70MB available)
Flash (EEPROM)
External storageNot supportedUntil 16GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
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 / Upload600/150 Mbps3.6 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G
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 networkGlobal version:
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
India version:
UMTS 850/900/1900/2100		UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat12
VoLTE
Global version:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 40)
India version:
LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5)
TD-LTE (Bands 40, 41)		Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ACSD, HSCSD, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGENot supported

📷 Camera

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
12 megapixels
20MP f/1.81/2.8"1.0Âľm		2 megapixels
Main camera resolution4000x3000 pixels1600x1200 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsVGA (640x480) 30 fps
FlashDual-LED on main camera and LED on front cameraNot supported
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/2.9" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1.25Âľm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusNot supported
Touch focusSupportedNot supported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationNot supported
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionNot supported
BSI sensorNot supportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
Front camera (secondary)20 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution5164x3872 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Not supported
Front flashLEDNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/2.8" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1Âľm pixelfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or moreNot supported
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, WMV, H.264, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+

🔌 Connectivity

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C reversible connectorMicroUSB 2.0
Audio outputType-C jack with 3.5mm jack adapter3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE2.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot		Not supported
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDouA-GPS
NFCNot supportedNot supported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Face unlock 2D
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor		Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5J
Battery capacity3000 mAh1320 mAh
Charger, watts18W Wired fast charging
Quick Charge 4		Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered4.3 hours
Standbyfeature not registered458 hours (19.1 days)

➕ Other features

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorderVoice dialing, Voice 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, HTML5WAP, HTML, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, Gold, Blue, Red, Rose Gold
• Android One
• Back camera sensor: Sony IMX486/IMX376
• Front camera sensor: Sony IMX376
• WiFi display		• Colors: Black, White
• 4GB microSD included
• Handwriting recognition on screen
• Nokia Maps 3.0
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Xiaomi Mi A2 (128GB)Nokia 5230 (RM-588)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)0.96W/kg (head), 0.64W/kg (body)1.01W/kg (head), 0.91W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)1.16W/kg (head), 0.66W/kg (body)1.08W/kg (head)
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