Category Breakdown
NIU Niutek 3G 3.5 N209
Philips W626
Performance
60.050.3
Camera
39.611.9
Display
16.033.2
Battery
12.315.9
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
25.828.4
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
20.117.9
Summary
- The NIU Niutek 3G 3.5 N209 and Philips W626 both feature a 3.5-inch TFT display with the same resolution, but the Niutek is slightly lighter at 71g compared to the W626's 102g, which may affect portability.
- In terms of performance, the Niutek has a faster 1.0 GHz CPU compared to the W626's 800 MHz, though both have 256MB of RAM.
- The cameras are similar, with the Niutek offering a 3.2 MP rear camera and the W626 a 3.15 MP, but the W626 can record video at 480p, while the Niutek does not specify video capabilities.
- The W626 has a larger 1530 mAh battery compared to the Niutek's 1200 mAh, potentially providing longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the Niutek runs on Android 4.0, while the W626 is on the older Android 2.3, leading to a more modern software experience on the Niutek.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
NIU Niutek 3G 3.5 N209
Philips W626
General
Release Date
2012
2011
Announced
2012
2011
Description
Single SIM: N219Dual SIM: N209
N/A
Display
Size
3.5"
3.5"
Type
TFT
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density)
PPI
320
320
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6575 (40 nm)
Mediatek MT6573 (65 nm)
CPU
1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
800 MHz Cortex-A9
GPU
PowerVR SGX531
PowerVR SGX531
Memory
256MB 512MB RAM
256MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
3.2 MP
3.15 MP
Main Camera Features
LED flash
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
Yes
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
Yes
480p
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1200 mAh
1530 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 1200 mAh, removable
Removable Li-Ion 1530 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
117 x 63 x 12 mm (4.61 x 2.48 x 0.47 in)
116 x 62 x 14.3 mm (4.57 x 2.44 x 0.56 in)
Weight
71 g
102 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Network
GSM / HSPA
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
HSPA 7.2/0.384 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g, hotspot
Bluetooth
2.1
2.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✗
USB
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 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass

