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Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB) vs Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)

Side by side comparison between Xiaomi Mi Note 2 vs Nokia Asha 230 phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Nokia Asha 230 X Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB) 34Points
5.7"
AMOLED

1080x1920

22.6
MP

8mp

6GB
RAM

Quad-core

4070
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
04Points Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986) Compare Xiaomi Mi Note 2 X
2.8"
TFT

240x320

1.2
MP
64MB
RAM

Dual-core

1020
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (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 Note 2 (128GB)} 34 Advantages Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB) vs Asha 230 (RM-986)} 4 Advantages Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
+2.35GHz 64bit Quad-core2 times
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)
+6GB LPDDR495 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs64MB LPDDR
+128GB (118GB available)1887 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs64MB
+7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)74%
Thinner
vs13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)
+AMOLEDAdvantage
AMOLED display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+16 million61 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
vs260 thousand
+1080x1920 pixels26 times
Higher resolution screen
vs240x320 pixels
+386 PPI170%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs143 PPI
+5.7"104%
Larger screen
vs2.8"
+(back) 22.6MP17 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 1.2MP
+Dual-LED flashAdvantage
The Dual-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsNot supported
+PDAF on back camera and autofocus front cameraAdvantage
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 only main cameraAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+f/2.0 (aperture)40%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
vsf/2.8 (aperture)
+(front) 8MPAdvantage
A front-camera is best for taking selfies
vsNot supported
+4K UHD (3840x2160)107 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsQVGA (320x240)
+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)3499 times
More apps available to download and use
vs1000 apps (Nokia Store)
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
vs2G EDGE
+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps2541 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(2G EDGE) 0.236 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+BarometerAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+4070 mAh3 times
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1020 mAh
+18W3 times
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
vs5W
+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
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vsNot supported
+4.2 + A2DPAdvantage
Bluetooth 4.2 + A2DP is newer and faster
vs3.0 + A2DP
+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.
vsMicroUSB 2.0
+HTML, XHTML, HTML5Advantage
Better sites viewing on the internet
vsHTML, XHTML
Not supportedvs+Until 32GB microSD, microSDHCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
166 grams (5.81 ounces)vs+89 grams (3.12 ounces)87%
Lighter
Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily
Not supportedvs+FM (RDS)Advantage
The radio lets you listen to your songs and sports in general

11 Common items in both devices
Only digital zoom
Capacitive
Multitouch
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Hands-free calling
Vibrating alert
+4 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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๐Ÿ“ฑ Model features

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
ModelXiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Asha 230 (RM-986)
Other model namesXiaomi Mi Note 2 Premium edition (128GB+6GB), Xiaomi ScorpioNokia Asha 230 Dual-SIM RM-986
Country or region availableChinaHong Kong(Global, International)
China, Hong Kong, (Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandXiaomiNokia
Release date10/25/20162/24/2014
Depth7.6 millimeters (0.3 inches)13.2 millimeters (0.52 inches)
Size (width x height)77.3 x 156.2 millimeters (3.04 x 6.15 in)58.6 x 99.5 millimeters (2.31 x 3.92 in)
Weight166 grams (5.81 ounces)89 grams (3.12 ounces)
Build, materialsfeature not registeredPlastic body, glass front
Protection against water and othersNot supportedNot supported

๐Ÿ“ฒ Display

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Display typeAMOLEDTFT LCD
Screen size5.7" inches2.8" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~74.2% (screen-to-body ratio)~41.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution1080x1920 pixels240x320 pixels (4:3)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)386 PPI143 PPI
Colors16 million260 thousand
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh ratefeature not registered60Hz
Display featuresfeature not registeredNot supported

๐Ÿค– Operating System

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
System versionAndroid 6.0.1 MarshmallowNokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.1
Firmware updatefeature not registeredNokia Series OS Asha Platform 1.4
User Interfacefeature not registeredSeries 40 Theme v2.0 UI

โš™๏ธ Processor

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Chipset64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 MSM8996AC Pro (14nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play (MSM8225) (45nm)
CPUQuad-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.35GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerQualcomm Adreno 530 650MhzQualcomm Adreno 203 (320MHz)
Performance (benchmark)feature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ’ฝ Memory and storage

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
RAM memory6GB LPDDR464MB LPDDR
Internal storage128GB (118GB available)64MB
eMMC 4.41
External storageNot supportedUntil 32GB microSD, microSDHC
(dedicated slot)

๐Ÿ“ถ Mobile networks

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim cardDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload600/50 Mbps0.236 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
TD-SCDMA 1900/2000
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
Not supported
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat12
Global edition:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41)
Premium edition:
LTE (Bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8)
TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41)
Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE
Secondary 2G networkGSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedNot supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGEGPRS, EDGE

๐Ÿ“ท Camera

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Back camera (main camera)22.6 megapixels1.2 megapixels
Main camera resolution5488x4112 pixels1280x960 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fpsQVGA (320x240) 25 fps
FlashDual-LED flashNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)f/2.8 (aperture)
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/2.6" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel size1ยตm pixelfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF on back camera and autofocus front cameraNot 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 only main cameraNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ“ธ Front camera

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Front camera (secondary)8 megapixelsNot supported
Front camera resolution3264x2448 pixelsNot supported
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.0 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

๐Ÿ”‰ Sound and multimedia

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
LoudspeakerSupportedMono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more1 microphone
RadioNot supportedFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.263
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, AAC

๐Ÿ”Œ Connectivity

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
USBUSB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoMicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth4.2 + A2DP3.0 + 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
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portSupportedNot supported

๐Ÿงญ Sensors

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

๐Ÿ”‹ Battery

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
BL-5C
Battery capacity4070 mAh1020 mAh
Charger, watts18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingfeature not registeredNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered11 hours
Standbyfeature not registered500 hours (20.8 days)

โž• Other features

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedNot supported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneousโ€ข Colors: Black, Gold, Silver
โ€ข MIUI 8.0
โ€ข Curved 3D glass (front and back)
โ€ข Quick Charge 3.0
โ€ข Fast battery charging: 83% in 30min
โ€ข Colors: Black, Bright Red, Yellow, Bright Green, White, Cyan
Nokia Glance
Java framework

โ˜ข๏ธ Radiation rate

Xiaomi Mi Note 2 (128GB)Nokia Asha 230 (RM-986)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registered1.07W/kg (head), 0.77W/kg (body)
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registered0.67W/kg (head), 0.59W/kg (body)
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