Category Breakdown
Micromax A100
Sony Xperia neo L
Performance
27.133.2
Camera
39.615.4
Display
16.941.4
Battery
18.915.2
Build
0.216.3
Connectivity
29.331.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
16.318.9
Summary
- The Micromax A100 features a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a lower pixel density of approximately 196 ppi compared to the Sony Xperia neo L's 4.0-inch LED-backlit LCD, which offers a sharper 245 ppi.
- In terms of performance, both devices utilize a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU, but the Xperia neo L has a slightly better GPU (Adreno 205) and more RAM (1GB versus 512MB).
- Both smartphones have a 5 MP rear camera without OIS, but the Xperia neo L can record video at 720p@30fps, while the A100 lacks specific video capabilities.
- The A100 has a larger 2000 mAh battery compared to the 1500 mAh battery in the Xperia neo L.
- Both devices run on Android Ice Cream Sandwich, with the A100 on version 4.0.3 and the Xperia neo L on 4.0.4, providing a similar software experience.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Micromax A100
Sony Xperia neo L
General
Release Date
2012
2012
Announced
2012
2012
Description
N/A
Also known as Sony MT25i
Display
Size
5"
4"
Type
TFT
LED-backlit LCD,
Resolution
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~196 ppi density)
480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
PPI
480
480
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU
1.0 GHz Scorpion
1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPU
Adreno 200
Adreno 205
Memory
4GB 512MB RAM
1GB (300MB user available), 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
5 MP, AF
5 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
VGA
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
720p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2000 mAh
1500 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 2000 mAh battery
Removable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
142.2 x 72.6 x 11.9 mm (5.60 x 2.86 x 0.47 in)
121 x 61.1 x 12.2 mm (4.76 x 2.41 x 0.48 in)
Weight
168 g
131.5 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Black, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.84 W/kg (head) 0.46 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA
HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.0, A2DP
Yes
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, A-GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

