Overall Score
18.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#7492)18.6
Performance(#6431)42.3
Camera(#8603)15.4
Display(#6882)41.4
Battery(#7383)15.2
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#6329)32.3
Audio(#1963)8.9
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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
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, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity1500 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Po 1500 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions125 x 63 x 8.7 mm (4.92 x 2.48 x 0.34 in)
Weight117 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsPure White, Midnight Blue, Misty Silver, Gloss Black, Sakura Pink
Foldable✗
SARN/A
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
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), not upgradable to 4.1 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass