Sony Xperia SP
#7042
ZTE Blade Vec 3G
#7726Category Breakdown
Sony Xperia SP
ZTE Blade Vec 3G
Performance
50.342.6
Camera
19.119.1
Display
19.119.1
Battery
21.020.8
Build
14.80.2
Connectivity
55.233.8
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
20.817.6
Summary
- The Sony Xperia SP features a 4.6-inch TFT display with a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, while the ZTE Blade Vec 3G has a larger 5.0-inch TFT display with the same resolution but slightly lower pixel density at ~294 ppi.
- In terms of performance, the Xperia SP is powered by a dual-core Snapdragon S4 Pro, whereas the Blade Vec 3G utilizes a quad-core Mediatek MT6582, which may offer better multitasking capabilities.
- Both devices have an 8 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, but the Blade Vec 3G includes a 5 MP front-facing camera, enhancing its selfie capabilities.
- The Xperia SP has a 2370 mAh battery, slightly larger than the Blade Vec 3G's 2300 mAh, but both lack fast charging and wireless charging options.
- Software-wise, the Xperia SP runs Android 4.1, upgradable to 4.3, while the Blade Vec 3G operates on Android 4.4.2, providing a more updated software experience.
- Build quality differs as well, with the Xperia SP being thicker and heavier than the slimmer and lighter Blade Vec 3G.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Sony Xperia SP
ZTE Blade Vec 3G
General
Release Date
2013
2014
Announced
2013
2014
Description
Also known as Sony Xperia SP HSPA C5302, Sony Xperia SP LTE C5303, Sony Xperia SP LTE C5306
N/A
Display
Size
4.6"
5"
Type
TFT
TFT
Resolution
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~319 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro
Mediatek MT6582 (28 nm)
CPU
Dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait
Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7
GPU
Adreno 320
Mali-400MP2
Memory
8GB (5.8GB user available), 1GB RAM
8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
8 MP, f/2.4, AF
8 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR
LED flash
Front Camera
VGA
5 MP
Front Camera Features
N/A
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
N/A
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
2370 mAh
2300 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Ion 2370 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2300 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
130.6 x 67.1 x 10 mm (5.14 x 2.64 x 0.39 in)
139.3 x 69.8 x 7.8 mm (5.48 x 2.75 x 0.31 in)
Weight
155 g
N/A
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black, White, Red
Black
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
0.63 W/kg (head) 1.08 W/kg (body)
N/A
Connectivity
SIM
Micro-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✗
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.0, A2DP
4.0, A2DP
NFC
✓
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS
GPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradаble to 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
Android 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint
✗
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass