Overall Score
55.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#5286)55.2
Performance(#1986)65.5
Camera(#7701)42.0
Display(#8568)57.0
Battery(#11841)43.5
Build(#9906)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Ericsson Xperia mini
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsN/A
Video Recording720p
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1200 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions88 x 52 x 16 mm (3.46 x 2.05 x 0.63 in)
Weight99 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Blue, Dark pink
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
OS VersionAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes