Samsung C5212
#9832
Sony Ericsson Z550
#10778Category Breakdown
Samsung C5212
Sony Ericsson Z550
Performance
25.020.5
Camera
9.68.7
Display
31.431.4
Battery
10.35.4
Build
0.20.2
Connectivity
10.58.5
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
11.39.1
Summary
- The Samsung C5212 features a slightly larger 2.2-inch TFT display compared to the 1.9-inch display of the Sony Ericsson Z550, both with the same resolution and color depth.
- In terms of performance, the C5212 has significantly more RAM at 60MB, while the Z550 offers 25MB, which may affect multitasking capabilities.
- Both phones have a 1.3 MP rear camera with similar video recording capabilities, but the C5212 has a larger battery capacity of 1000mAh compared to the Z550's 750mAh.
- Build quality shows the C5212 is lighter and slimmer, while the Z550 is slightly bulkier.
- Both devices lack advanced software features and connectivity options, with the C5212 utilizing Bluetooth 2.1 and the Z550 supporting a proprietary USB connection.
- Overall, the C5212 offers better specifications in most areas, particularly in battery life and performance.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Samsung C5212
Sony Ericsson Z550
General
Release Date
2009
2006
Announced
2009
2006
Description
Also known as Samsung Fizz
Z550i 900/1800/1900 for Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific.Z550c 900/1800/1900 for Mainland China.Z550a 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for Americas.
Display
Size
2.2"
1.9"
Type
TFT, 256K colors
TFT, 256K colors
Resolution
176 x 220 pixels (~128 ppi density)
176 x 220 pixels (~148 ppi density)
PPI
176
176
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
N/A
N/A
CPU
N/A
N/A
GPU
N/A
N/A
Memory
60MB
25MB
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Memory Stick Micro (M2), up to 2 GB
Camera
Main Camera
1.3 MP
1.3 MP
Main Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Front Camera
N/A
N/A
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
QCIF@15fps
QCIF
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1000 mAh
750 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1000 mAh battery
Removable Li-Ion 750 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
112.7 x 48.6 x 14.3 mm (4.44 x 1.91 x 0.56 in)
87.5 x 45.4 x 20 mm (3.44 x 1.79 x 0.79 in)
Weight
98.7 g
93 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black
Sterling Black, Pearl Copper
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Dual SIM (Mini-SIM)
Mini-SIM
Network
GSM
GSM
Network Speed
N/A
N/A
5G
✗
✗
4G
✗
✗
WiFi
No
No
Bluetooth
2.1, A2DP
Yes
NFC
✗
✗
USB
2.0
Proprietary
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✗
✗
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
No
No
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
No
No
Software & Security
Operating System
N/A
N/A
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
N/A
N/A