Huawei U8230
#8741
Karbonn A3
#7392Category Breakdown
Huawei U8230
Karbonn A3
Performance
43.351.2
Camera
2.539.6
Display
33.216.0
Battery
15.214.0
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
20.519.3
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
14.319.1
Summary
- The Huawei U8230 features a 3.5-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, while the Karbonn A3 has a slightly larger 4.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution, resulting in a lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the U8230 is powered by a 528 MHz ARM 11 CPU, whereas the A3 has a more capable 1.0 GHz processor.
- Both devices have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the A3 supports video recording, which the U8230 does not.
- The U8230 has a 1500 mAh battery compared to the A3's 1400 mAh, offering marginally better capacity.
- Software-wise, the U8230 runs on Android 2.1, while the A3 operates on a slightly newer Android 2.3.6, providing a more updated user experience.
- The U8230 is heavier and bulkier than the A3, which is more compact and lighter.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Huawei U8230
Karbonn A3
General
Release Date
2009
2013
Announced
2009
2013
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
3.5"
4"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~144 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7200A
N/A
CPU
528 MHz ARM 11
1.0 GHz
GPU
Adreno 130
N/A
Memory
256MB RAM
256MB RAM, 512MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP, AF
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
VGA
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
N/A
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1500 mAh
1400 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery
Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
117 x 63 x 14 mm (4.61 x 2.48 x 0.55 in)
113 x 61 x 13.5 mm (4.45 x 2.40 x 0.53 in)
Weight
N/A
90 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
White, Black
White/Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Mini-SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM
Network Speed
HSPA
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.0, A2DP (headset support only)
Yes
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB
Proprietary
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.1 (Eclair)
Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer