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Sony Ericsson W950#11311

Released: 2006

Sony Ericsson W950

Overall Score

41.5

Category Breakdown

Overall(#11311)41.5
Performance(#6069)57.3
Camera(#12345)0.0
Display(#9946)53.4
Battery(#11808)43.5
Build(#9873)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Sony Ericsson W950

Short Review

  • The Sony Ericsson W950, released in 2006, features a compact design with dimensions of 106 x 54 x 15 mm and a weight of 112 grams, making it portable.
  • Its 2.6-inch TFT resistive touchscreen offers a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 154 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a 32-bit Philips Nexperia PNX4008 CPU running at 208 MHz, complemented by 4GB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage.
  • The device lacks a rear or front camera, which limits its photographic capabilities.
  • The battery capacity is 900 mAh, but it does not support any fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Symbian 9.1 with the UIQ 3.0 interface, the software experience is basic by modern standards.
  • Connectivity options include Bluetooth 2.0, but it does not support WiFi or 5G.
  • The absence of a headphone jack and stereo speakers may deter some users.
  • The device is available in a Mystic Purple color, adding a unique aesthetic.
  • Overall, the W950 is a basic multimedia phone with limited features compared to contemporary devices.

Specifications

General

Release Date2006
Announced2006
DescriptionW950i UMTS/900/1800/1900 MHzW958c 900/1800/1900 MHz with EDGE for ChinaMainland

Display

Size2.6"
TypeTFT resistive touchscreen, 256K colors
Resolution240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~154 ppi density)
PPI240
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetN/A
CPU32-bit Philips Nexperia PNX4008 208 MHz
GPUN/A
Memory4GB
Expandable Storage
Card SlotNo

Camera

Main CameraN/A
Main Camera DetailsN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video RecordingN/A
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity900 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 900 mAh battery (BST-33)
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions106 x 54 x 15 mm (4.17 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)
Weight112 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMystic purple
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / UMTS
Network SpeedYes, 384 kbps
5G
4G
WiFiNo
Bluetooth2.0, A2DP
NFC
USB2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningNo

Software

Operating SystemSymbian 9.1, UIQ 3.0
OS VersionSymbian 9.1, UIQ 3.0

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsN/A

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo