Category Breakdown
Karbonn A16
ZTE Skate Acqua
Performance
29.533.1
Camera
39.614.1
Display
16.923.0
Battery
13.616.2
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
26.627.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
16.814.4
Summary
- The Karbonn A16 features a 3.9-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels, while the ZTE Skate Acqua has a slightly larger 4.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution, resulting in a marginally lower pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the A16 is powered by a dual-core 1.3 GHz CPU, whereas the Skate Acqua uses a 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 CPU, which may impact overall responsiveness.
- Both devices have a 5 MP rear camera, but the Skate Acqua offers autofocus and can record video at 720p, compared to the A16's standard video capabilities.
- The A16 has a 1350 mAh battery, while the Skate Acqua has a larger 1600 mAh battery, potentially providing better longevity.
- Both smartphones run on older versions of Android, with the A16 on Android 4.2 and the Skate Acqua on Android 4.0, which may limit software features and updates.
- Connectivity options are similar, but the Skate Acqua benefits from Bluetooth 2.1, offering improved connectivity over the A16's Bluetooth 2.0.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Karbonn A16
ZTE Skate Acqua
General
Release Date
2014
2012
Announced
2014
2012
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
3.9"
4"
Type
TFT
TFT, 65K colors
Resolution
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~239 ppi density)
480 x 800 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
CPU
Dual-core 1.3 GHz
1.0 GHz Cortex-A5
GPU
N/A
Adreno 200
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
4GB 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
Yes
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
720p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1350 mAh
1600 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1350 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1600 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.0
2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

