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Sony Ericsson S500#9566

Released: 2007

Sony Ericsson S500

Overall Score

51.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#9566)51.0
Performance(#8008)54.3
Camera(#8894)41.9
Display(#9048)53.4
Battery(#6550)43.5
Build(#5106)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Sony Ericsson S500

Short Review

  • The Sony Ericsson S500, released in 2007, features a compact design with dimensions of 99 x 47 x 14 mm and a weight of 94g, making it portable and lightweight.
  • Its 2.0-inch TFT display supports 256K colors with a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, offering a pixel density of approximately 200 ppi.
  • Performance-wise, it includes 12MB of storage and 12GB of RAM, although specific chipset and CPU details are not provided.
  • The rear camera is 2 MP, capable of video recording, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
  • The battery capacity is 930 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging capabilities.
  • The software specifications are not detailed, and it does not support WiFi or 5G connectivity.
  • Bluetooth 2.0 is available for wireless connections, but there is no NFC support.
  • The device comes in multiple color options, including Mysterious Green and Spring Yellow.
  • It lacks a headphone jack and stereo speakers, which may limit audio options.
  • Overall, the S500 combines a simple design with basic features suitable for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2007
Announced2007
DescriptionS500i 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for Europe, Middle East, Africa.S500c 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for China Mainland

Display

Size2"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~200 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory12MB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotMemory Stick Micro (M2), up to 2 GB

Camera

Main Camera2 MP
Main Camera Details2 MP
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingYes
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity930 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Po 930 mAh battery (BST-38)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions99 x 47 x 14 mm (3.90 x 1.85 x 0.55 in)
Weight94 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMysterious Green, Spring Yellow, Contrasted Copper, Ice Purple, Silver Steel
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G
4G
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC
USBProprietary
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningNo

Software

Operating SystemN/A
OS VersionN/A

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo