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Sony Xperia E3 Dual#6097

Released: 2014

Sony Xperia E3 Dual

Overall Score

25.2

Category Breakdown

Overall(#6097)25.2
Performance(#6770)40.1
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#5998)54.4
Battery(#5782)20.9
Build(#3721)15.4
Connectivity(#5067)44.5
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia E3 Dual features a compact design with dimensions of 137.1 x 69.4 x 8.5 mm and a weight of 143.8g, available in Black, White, Yellow, and Copper.
  • Its 4.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 218 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, complemented by 1GB of RAM.
  • The rear camera is a 5 MP unit capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while there is no front-facing camera.
  • The 2330 mAh battery provides adequate power, but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), the software can be upgraded to 4.4.4 (KitKat), offering basic features without modern enhancements.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC support, but it does not support 5G.
  • The device has a microUSB 2.0 port for charging and data transfer, with no stereo speakers but a standard headphone jack.
  • Overall, the Xperia E3 Dual is a straightforward device with essential features for everyday use.

Specifications

General

Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia E3 Dual D2212

Display

Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionShatter proof glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8226-2 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory4GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera5 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2330 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2330 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions137.1 x 69.4 x 8.5 mm (5.40 x 2.73 x 0.33 in)
Weight143.8 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Yellow, Copper
Foldable
SAR1.07 W/kg (head)     0.96 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to Android 4.4.4 (KitKat)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass