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Sony Ericsson Xperia mini#7074

Released: 2011

Sony Ericsson Xperia mini

Overall Score

20.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7074)20.7
Performance(#3910)62.7
Camera(#9210)14.1
Display(#6915)40.5
Battery(#8358)12.3
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#7403)27.5
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Sony Ericsson Xperia mini features a compact design with dimensions of 88 x 52 x 16 mm and a lightweight build at 99 grams.
  • Its 3.0-inch LED-backlit LCD display offers a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 192 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by a Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 chipset with a 1.0 GHz Scorpion CPU and Adreno 205 GPU, complemented by 512MB of RAM.
  • The rear camera provides 5 MP with autofocus and can record video at 720p, while there is no front-facing camera.
  • The 1200 mAh battery supports basic usage but lacks fast charging or wireless capabilities.
  • Running on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), it is upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), offering a straightforward user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device is available in multiple colors, including black, white, blue, and dark pink.
  • There is a standard headphone jack, but no stereo speakers are present.
  • Overall, the Xperia mini combines a small form factor with essential features suitable for basic smartphone tasks.

Specifications

General

Release Date2011
Announced2011
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size3"
TypeLED-backlit LCD,
Resolution320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~192 ppi density)
PPI320
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
CPU1.0 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 205
Memory512MB RAM, 320MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity1200 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions88 x 52 x 16 mm (3.46 x 2.05 x 0.63 in)
Weight99 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Blue, Dark pink
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass