Build/looks

Well those of you who know me have heard me complain about the n73's looks. It reminds me of a typical ms smartphone like the audiovox 5600. Now this might not be a bad thing but I don't like the look. I've gotten used to the looks now but still prefer the k800i look. A few people have mentioned the n73 looks unbalanced and I tend to agree but then again it is a massive screen.

When I first saw the k800i I thought it was butt ugly too.. the web spy pics looked better then the real ones. And that damn cybershot sticker ruined the phone. Thankfully someone scrapped that idea. But after you pick up the phone it changes everything.

K800i has the perfect blend of materials a little e398 rubber on the back, nice n80 aluminum finish in the front. A little shine a little matte just gives it a distinct business class device. Almost like a little moto, nokia and se all rolled into one. The build is solid virtually no creaking. The only area with a little play is the camera shield which is expected.
The N73 is well built too but has a little creak a bit. The main cause is the camera cover since it moves a tiny bit and creaks/rattles in the process (think 6682 cover but extended). Right between the screen and joystick also creaks a little if you press on it. The battery portion of the cover though seems quite solid. Overall the build is great but didn't give me that lasting impression. For comparison sakes I like the look and feel of the n70/2 more.

Keypad/joystick
K800i's is bigger and more clicky, the rubber is nice.
N73's is smaller and more smushy but has a smoother flow when smsing.
Both joysticks are quite responsive the n73 feels softer, the k800i's feels the same as the k750/w800 and I'm concerned about it breaking down. (not saying it will but I guess I'm haunted by the past. (Supposedly the mechanism was redesigned.)