Karbonn A3
#7392
ZTE Xiang
#8452Category Breakdown
Karbonn A3
ZTE Xiang
Performance
51.242.9
Camera
39.639.6
Display
16.010.3
Battery
14.013.1
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
19.320.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
19.115.1
Summary
- The Karbonn A3 features a larger 4.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, while the ZTE Xiang has a smaller 2.5-inch TFT resistive touchscreen with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels.
- In terms of performance, the A3 is powered by a 1.0 GHz CPU compared to the Xiang's 528 MHz ARM 11, giving the A3 an advantage in processing speed.
- Both devices have similar camera specifications, with the A3 at 3.15 MP and the Xiang slightly higher at 3.2 MP, but both lack advanced features like optical image stabilization.
- The A3 has a 1400 mAh battery, slightly larger than the Xiang's 1300 mAh, which may provide marginally better battery life.
- The A3 runs on Android 2.3.6, while the Xiang operates on Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1, leading to differing software experiences.
- Build quality shows the A3 is lighter at 90g, while the Xiang weighs 120g and has a slightly thinner profile.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Karbonn A3
ZTE Xiang
General
Release Date
2013
2009
Announced
2013
2009
Description
N/A
N/A
Display
Size
4"
2.5"
Type
TFT
TFT resistive touchscreen, 65K colors
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~144 ppi density)
320 x 240 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~160 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM7225 Snapdragon S1
CPU
1.0 GHz
528 MHz ARM 11
GPU
N/A
No
Memory
256MB RAM, 512MB
256MB RAM, 128MB ROM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.15 MP
3.2 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
N/A
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
Yes
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
Yes
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1400 mAh
1300 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1400 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 1300 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)
114 x 66 x 11.9 mm (4.49 x 2.60 x 0.47 in)
Weight
90 g
120 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
White/Black
Black, Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
N/A
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11b/g
Bluetooth
Yes
2.0, 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
No
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread)
Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer
N/A