Comparison: bq aquaris 5 hd vs sony xperia z

Now we will subject to analysis a sony model, the Xperia Z. Throughout the comparison we will be responsible for showing the qualities of this smartphone and those of the BQ Aquaris 5 HD. Let's see which one lives up to our expectations and we think it is a better purchase option for this Christmas. We will go little by little listing its qualities through which we hope to clear any possible doubts you have about either device. Stay tuned:

Let's start with their screens: both terminals have a 5- inch screen, in the case of the Sony Xperia Z it has a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, which gives it a density of 443 pixels per inch. For its part, the Aquaris 5 HD has IPS HD multi-touch technology with a resolution of 128 0 x 720 pixels and 294 dpi. The Sony also features a shock-resistant, chip-resistant and anti-chip sheet.

Now its processors: while the Bq Aquaris 5 HD features a 1.2GHz Quad core Cortex A7 CPU and a PowerVR Series5 SGX544 GPU, the Sony Xperia Z1 features a 1.5GHz Quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 SoC and the Adreno 320 graphics chip, allowing us to use the latest generation downloadable games. The Aquaris 5 HD has 1 GB of RAM and the Xperia model is accompanied by 2 GB. Its operating system is Android in version 4.2 Jelly Bean for both smartphones.

Cameras: The Sony Xperia Z has a better rear lens thanks to its 13-megapixel Exmor RS sensor and 4128 x 3096 resolution with f / 2.4 aperture. For its part, the aquaris 5 features an 8-megapixel rear sensor.. In addition, both cameras share some functions such as autofocus and LED flash. The Aquaris 5's front lens is 1.2 MP, while the Xperia has 2.2 MP, useful in both cases to make video conferences or take profile pictures for social networks. As for video recording, in the case of the Sony Xperia Z it is done at 1080p HD and 30fps. As for the Aquaris 5, its resolution is not detailed.

As for its internal memories: the Bq Aquaris 5 HD has a 16 GB model, expandable up to 64 GB via microSD card. The Sony Xperia Z has a single model of 16 GB for sale, although they are expandable up to 64 GB through microSD cards.

From connectivity we can highlight that the sony Xperia Z presents 4G / LTE connectivity, although the Bq Aquaris 5 HD model does not offer such support.

We will continue with his designs: the Bq Aquaris 5 HD has a size of 141.8 mm high x 71 mm wide x 9.1 mm thick and weighs 170 grams, while the Xperia Z is 139 mm in size high x 71 mm wide x 7.9 mm thick and weighs 146 grams. This model also features a smooth glass surface, both front and rear, and which are joined by a frame. This is what I know as Omnibalance design. It also has resistance to water and dust. For its part, the Aquaris 5 HD has a resistant plastic body, finished in polycarbonate.

The capacity of its batteries is very similar: the Bq Aquaris 5 has a capacity of 2, 100 mAh and the Xperia Z 2330 mAh. The Sony model also brings with it the Stamina application, which disables connectivity and other functions of the applications that are performed in the background, in order to save energy.

Finally, its prices: The Bq Aquaris 5 has a price of 179.90 euros, as pointed out on its official page. The Sony Xperia Z is a much more expensive smartphone: it is currently sold in pc components for a value of 529 euros. It is a good phone but its high cost has the consequence that it is only within the reach of a few.

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	Sony Xperia Z	Bq Aquaris 5 HD
screen	5 inches	5 inch HD IPS
Resolution	1080 x 1920 pixels	1280 × 720 pixels
Internal memory	16 GB model (expandable up to 64 GB)	16 GB model
OS	Android Jelly Bean 4.2.2	Android Jelly Bean 4.2
Battery	2, 330 mAh	2200 mAh
Connectivity	WiFi 802.11b / g / n NFC Bluetooth 3G 4G / LTE	WiFi 802.11a / b / g / n Bluetooth 4.0 3G NFC
Rear camera	13 MP sensor Autofocus LED flash 1080p HD video recording	8 MP sensor Brightness / proximity sensor LED flash Video recording
Frontal camera	2.2 MP	1.2 MP
Processor and graphics	Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Quad Core 1.5 GHzAdreno 320	Cortex A7 Quad Core up to 1.2 GHz PowerVR Series5 SGX544
RAM	2 GB	1 GB
Weight	146 grams	170 grams
Dimensions	139mm high x 71mm wide x 7.9mm thick	141.8 mm high x 71 mm wide x 9.1 mm thick