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Sony Ericsson Xperia X8#8954

Released: 2010

Sony Ericsson Xperia X8

Overall Score

13.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#8954)13.7
Performance(#7065)38.7
Camera(#9511)12.7
Display(#11055)16.0
Battery(#8358)12.3
Build(#3083)16.6
Connectivity(#7968)23.9
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Sony Ericsson Xperia X8

Short Review

  • The Sony Ericsson Xperia X8 features a compact design with dimensions of 99 x 54 x 15 mm and a weight of 104 grams, making it portable and easy to handle.
  • Its 3.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 320 x 480 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 192 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • Performance is powered by a Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1 chipset, a 600 MHz ARM 11 CPU, and an Adreno 200 GPU, although the limited 128MB RAM may hinder multitasking.
  • The rear camera is 3.15 MP, capable of recording video at 480p@30fps, but lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
  • The 1200 mAh battery provides basic longevity, but there is no fast charging or wireless charging support.
  • Running on Android 1.6 (upgradable to 2.1), the software experience is quite dated compared to modern standards.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g and Bluetooth 2.1, but it lacks 5G and NFC capabilities.
  • The device is available in multiple color options, including White, Dark Blue/White, Aqua Blue/White, Pink/White, and Silver/White.
  • Overall, the Xperia X8 is a basic smartphone with limited features suitable for casual users.
  • Its design and build quality are decent, but performance and software limitations are notable.

Specifications

General

Release Date2010
Announced2010
DescriptionPreviously rumored as Sony Ericsson Shakira

Display

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

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
CPU600 MHz ARM 11
GPUAdreno 200
Memory128MB 168MB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included

Camera

Main Camera3.15 MP
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording480p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

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

Build & Safety

Dimensions99 x 54 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)
Weight104 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsWhite, Dark Blue/ White, Aqua Blue/ White, Pink/ White, Silver/ White
Foldable
SAR0.76 W/kg (head)     0.68 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 7.2/2 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g
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 1.6 (Donut), upgradable to 2.1 (Eclair)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass