Overall Score
9.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#10778)9.1
Performance(#9582)20.5
Camera(#10389)8.7
Display(#8442)31.4
Battery(#10566)5.4
Build(#4361)0.2
Connectivity(#9772)8.5
Audio(#1963)8.9
Comparisons Featuring Sony Ericsson Z550
Short Review
- The Sony Ericsson Z550, released in 2006, features a compact design with dimensions of 87.5 x 45.4 x 20 mm and a weight of 93g, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Its 1.9-inch TFT display supports 256K colors with a resolution of 176 x 220 pixels, providing decent clarity for basic tasks.
- Performance-wise, it has 25MB of internal storage and 25GB of RAM, which is suitable for simple applications but limited for multimedia use.
- The rear camera is 1.3 MP without optical image stabilization, capable of capturing basic photos and recording video in QCIF format.
- The battery capacity is 750mAh, offering sufficient power for daily usage without fast charging or wireless capabilities.
- The software environment is minimal, lacking advanced features such as stereo speakers or a headphone jack.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth, but it does not support WiFi or NFC.
- The Z550 is available in Sterling Black and Pearl Copper colors, adding a touch of style to its functional design.
- Overall, it serves as a straightforward mobile device with essential features for communication and basic photography.
- The absence of modern enhancements reflects its early 2000s design ethos.
Specifications
General
Release Date2006
Announced2006
DescriptionZ550i 900/1800/1900 for Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific.Z550c 900/1800/1900 for Mainland China.Z550a 850/900/1800/1900 MHz for Americas.
Display
Size1.9"
TypeTFT, 256K colors
Resolution176 x 220 pixels (~148 ppi density)
PPI176
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetN/A
CPUN/A
GPUN/A
Memory25MB
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotMemory Stick Micro (M2), up to 2 GB
Camera
Main Camera1.3 MP
Main Camera FeaturesN/A
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video RecordingQCIF
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity750 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 750 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions87.5 x 45.4 x 20 mm (3.44 x 1.79 x 0.79 in)
Weight93 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsSterling Black, Pearl Copper
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM
Network SpeedN/A
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiNo
BluetoothYes
NFC✗
USBProprietary
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningNo
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemN/A
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsN/A