Karbonn A3
#7392
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
#8954Category Breakdown
Karbonn A3
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
Performance
51.238.7
Camera
39.612.7
Display
16.016.0
Battery
14.012.3
Build
0.216.6
Connectivity
19.323.9
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.113.7
Summary
- The Karbonn A3 features a larger 4.0-inch TFT display compared to the 3.0-inch screen of the Sony Ericsson Xperia X8, both having a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels but differing in pixel density, with the Xperia X8 offering a sharper experience at ~192 ppi versus ~144 ppi for the A3.
- In terms of performance, the A3 has a 1.0 GHz CPU and 256MB RAM, while the Xperia X8 is powered by a 600 MHz processor with 128MB RAM, making the A3 slightly more capable.
- Both devices have a 3.15 MP rear camera, but the Xperia X8 can record video at 480p@30fps, which the A3 lacks.
- The A3's battery capacity is 1400 mAh, slightly higher than the Xperia X8's 1200 mAh, but both lack fast charging and wireless capabilities.
- The A3 runs on Android 2.3.6, while the Xperia X8 originally shipped with Android 1.6 but can be upgraded to 2.1, providing a more modern software experience for the A3.
- Build quality shows the A3 is lighter at 90g, while the Xperia X8 is heavier at 104g, with both lacking water resistance.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Karbonn A3
Sony Ericsson Xperia X8
General
Release Date
2013
2010
Announced
2013
2010
Description
N/A
Previously rumored as Sony Ericsson Shakira
Display
Size
4"
3"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~144 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~192 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
Scratch-resistant glass
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
CPU
1.0 GHz
600 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
Adreno 200
Memory
256MB RAM, 512MB
128MB 168MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
VGA
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
480p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
1200 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Removable Li-Po 1200 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
113 x 61 x 13.5 mm (4.45 x 2.40 x 0.53 in)
99 x 54 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)
Weight
90 g
104 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
White/Black
White, Dark Blue/ White, Aqua Blue/ White, Pink/ White, Silver/ White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.76 W/kg (head) 0.68 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
N/A
HSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
Bluetooth
Yes
2.1, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
Proprietary
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread)
Android 1.6 (Donut), upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
Accelerometer, proximity, compass