Sony Xperia GX SO
#6777
Sony Xperia ZL
#6286Category Breakdown
Sony Xperia GX SO
Sony Xperia ZL
Performance
51.556.0
Camera
19.136.0
Display
43.521.4
Battery
16.721.0
Build
0.215.2
Connectivity
43.555.2
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
22.224.4
Summary
- The Sony Xperia GX SO features a 4.6-inch LED-backlit LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the Xperia ZL offers a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with a higher resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, resulting in better pixel density.
- In terms of performance, the GX SO is powered by a dual-core Snapdragon S4 Plus chipset, whereas the ZL utilizes a more advanced quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro, providing superior processing capabilities.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera, but the ZL supports HDR video recording, enhancing its video quality.
- The battery capacity of the GX SO is 1700 mAh, compared to the ZL's 2370 mAh, offering longer usage time.
- Software-wise, the GX SO runs Android 4.0, while the ZL comes with Android 4.1.2, which is upgradable to 5.1.1, providing a more updated software experience.
- Overall, the Xperia ZL demonstrates advancements in display, performance, battery life, and software.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Sony Xperia GX SO
Sony Xperia ZL
General
Release Date
2012
2013
Announced
2012
2013
Description
For Japan
Also known as:Sony Xperia C6503, C6502, C6506, Sony Xperia ZL LTE, Sony Xperia ZL HSPA+Released as Sony Xperia ZQ in Brazil
Display
Size
4.6"
5"
Type
LED-backlit LCD,
TFT
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~319 ppi density)
1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI
720
1080
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Scratch-resistant glass
Shatter proof glass
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
Qualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPU
Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
Quad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPU
Adreno 225
Adreno 320
Memory
16GB 1GB RAM
16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, AF
13 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, panorama
LED flash, HDR
Front Camera
1.3 MP
2 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video
720p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
1700 mAh
2370 mAh
Battery Details
Removable Li-Ion 1700 mAh battery
Li-Ion 2370 mAh battery
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
131 x 69 x 8.6 mm (5.16 x 2.72 x 0.34 in)
131.6 x 69.3 x 9.8 mm (5.18 x 2.73 x 0.39 in)
Weight
127 g
151 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White
Black, White, Red
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.96 W/kg (head) 1.47 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat2 50/25 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.1, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✗
✓
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, A-GPS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer (C6502 only)