Symbian World have compared the Sony Ericsson Xperia X1 against Nokia’s N96. In this ‘vs’ article the phones are compared for size & weight, and build quality.

Both of the phones feature a large screen, so naturally the phones are larger than most modern handsets. The N96 measures in at 103 x 55 x 18 mm, while the X1 stands at 110.5 x 52.6 x 17 mm. Size wise, the X1 wins that point, but barely with it being a millimetre thinner and a tad thinner, but longer than the N96. The N96 weighs in at 125g, making it 20g lighter than the X1. Both feel good while using them, but overall for size and weight, the N96 wins that round.

With regards to build quality, the N96 doesn’t fair quite so well. From first appearances it’s clear that it’s made from plastic as opposed to metal like the X1. They D-pad was also found to make strange noises, which other N96 owners have encountered. After using the X1 for a few days and then switching to the N96, Nokia’s handset felt more like a toy than a phone. This of course means the X1 wins this round.