Nokia Lumia 520 vs Nokia X+
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Nokia Lumia 520
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Nokia X+
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Nokia X+
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Nokia Lumia 520
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Nokia Lumia 520
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 4 | 4 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 800 | 800 |
| Resolution Width | 480 | 480 |
| PPI | 233 | 233 |
| Glass Type | Scratch-resistant glass | — |
| Screen-to-body | 59.3 | 62.6 |
Platform
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 |
| GPU | Adreno 305 | Adreno 203 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm MSM8227 | Qualcomm MSM8225 Snapdragon S4 Play |
| OS Name | — | Android |
| OS Version | — | 4.1.2 |
Memory
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 4 GB included |
| Variants | 8GB 0.5GB RAM | 4GB 0.75GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 720p@30fps | 480p@30fps |
| Features | — | Panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | — | 3.15 MP |
| Wide | 5 MP, f/2.4, 28mm, (wide) | — |
Battery
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1430 | 1500 |
| Chemistry | Li-Ion | Li-Ion |
| music play | Up to 61 h | Up to 26 h |
| stand by | Up to 360 h (3G) | Up to 408 h |
| talk time | Up to 14 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 9 h 40 min (3G) | Up to 13 h 20 min (2G) / Up to 10 h 30 min (3G) |
Body
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, plastic frame | — |
| SIM | Micro-SIM | Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Height (mm) | 119.9 | 115.5 |
| Thickness (mm) | 9.9 | 10.4 |
| Weight (g) | 124 | 128.7 |
| Width (mm) | 64 | 63 |
Launch
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2013, February. Released 2013, April | 2014, February. Released 2014, May |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - all versions | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900, 2100 - RM-914 | HSDPA 900, 2100 |
| Speed | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps | HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA | GSM, HSPA |
Connectivity
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4 | 3 |
| NFC | No | No |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS |
| Radio | FM Radio | Stereo FM radio |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Nokia Lumia 520 | Nokia X+ |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity | Accelerometer, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Nokia Lumia 520 and Nokia X+ are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Nokia X+ packs a 1500 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Nokia Lumia 520 reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 5 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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