Category Breakdown
Meizu MX4
Sony Xperia Z4 Compact
Performance
60.360.3
Camera
45.845.8
Display
70.570.5
Battery
43.543.5
Build
70.870.8
Overall
57.257.2
Summary
- The Meizu MX4 features a 5.36-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 1152 x 1920 pixels, while the Sony Xperia Z4 Compact has a smaller 4.7-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, resulting in a higher pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the MX4 is powered by a Mediatek MT6595 chipset, whereas the Z4 Compact utilizes a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810, offering potentially better processing capabilities.
- Both devices have a 20.7 MP rear camera, but the Z4 Compact supports HDR video and higher frame rates.
- The MX4 has a 3100 mAh battery, slightly larger than the Z4 Compact's 3000 mAh, but the latter supports faster 18W charging.
- Software-wise, the MX4 runs on Android 4.4.4 with Flyme 4, while the Z4 Compact operates on Android 5.0, providing a more updated experience.
- The Z4 Compact also includes stereo speakers and NFC support, enhancing its connectivity options.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Meizu MX4
Sony Xperia Z4 Compact
General
Release Date
2014
2015
Announced
2014
2015
Description
N/A
Unofficial preliminary specifications
Display
Size
5.36"
4.7"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
1152 x 1920 pixels, 5:3 ratio (~418 ppi density)
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~469 ppi density)
PPI
1152
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Shatter proof glass
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6595
Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.2 GHz Cortex-A17 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A7)
Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A57)
GPU
PowerVR G6200
Adreno 430
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM, 64GB 2GB RAM
16GB 3GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
No
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
20.7 MP
20.7 MP
Main Camera Details
20.7 MP, f/2.2, 1/2.3", AF
20.7 MP, 1/2.3", AF
Front Camera
2 MP
5 MP
Front Camera Details
2 MP
5 MP
Video Recording
4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps
4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR
Selfie Video
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3100 mAh
3000 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details
N/A
18W wired, QC2
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
144 x 75.2 x 8.9 mm (5.67 x 2.96 x 0.35 in)
N/A
Weight
147 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Gray, Gold, White
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating System
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), Flyme 4
Android 5.0 (Lollipop)
OS Version
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), Flyme 4
Android 5.0 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✓
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes, with stereo speakers
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes

