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Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S#6487

Released: 2011

Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S

Overall Score

54.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6487)54.2
Performance(#5653)57.3
Camera(#5513)42.1
Display(#7502)64.3
Battery(#6503)43.5
Build(#5059)70.8

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Short Review

  • The Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc S features a sleek design with dimensions of 125 x 63 x 8.7 mm and a weight of 117 grams, making it lightweight and portable.
  • Its 4.2-inch LED-backlit LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 233 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM8255T Snapdragon S2 chipset, a 1.4 GHz Scorpion CPU, and 1GB of RAM, providing adequate speed for basic tasks.
  • The 8 MP rear camera captures decent images with autofocus and can record video at 720p@30fps, though it lacks optical image stabilization.
  • Battery capacity is 1500 mAh, which supports basic usage but may require frequent charging due to its limited capacity.
  • The device runs on Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread) and is not upgradable beyond 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), limiting access to newer features.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The phone is available in multiple colors, including Pure White and Midnight Blue.
  • It lacks water resistance and stereo speakers, but does include a headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Xperia Arc S combines a stylish design with basic functionality, suitable for users with minimal demands.

Specifications

General

Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size4.2"
TypeLED-backlit LCD,
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~233 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8255T Snapdragon S2
CPU1.4 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 205
Memory1GB (320MB user available), 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included

Camera

Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗

Battery

Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Design

Dimensions125 x 63 x 8.7 mm (4.92 x 2.48 x 0.34 in)
Weight117 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsPure White, Midnight Blue, Misty Silver, Gloss Black, Sakura Pink
Foldable✗

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS; GLONASS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), not upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), not upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)

Security

Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes