Overall Score
53.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#7892)53.1
Performance(#11945)51.3
Camera(#4891)42.4
Display(#6319)67.5
Battery(#6394)43.5
Build(#4976)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia ion HSPA
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia ion HSPA features a solid build with dimensions of 133 x 68 x 10.8 mm and a weight of 144g, available in black and red.
- Its 4.55-inch LED-backlit LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 323 ppi.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3 chipset, with a dual-core 1.5 GHz CPU and 1GB of RAM, ensuring decent multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a 1.3 MP unit.
- Battery capacity stands at 1900 mAh, supporting basic daily usage without fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradeable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), offering a dated software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The absence of water resistance and stereo speakers may be drawbacks for some users.
- Overall, the Xperia ion combines a reliable design with adequate performance and camera capabilities for its time.
- Special features include NFC support and a microUSB 2.0 port for connectivity.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionAlso known as Xperia ion lt28h
Display
Size4.55"
TypeLED-backlit LCD,
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~323 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 220
Memory13.2GB (12.9GB user available), 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera12 MP
Main Camera Details12 MP, AF
Front Camera1.3 MP
Front Camera Details1.3 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video720p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1900 mAh
Battery DetailsNon-removable Li-Ion 1900 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions133 x 68 x 10.8 mm (5.24 x 2.68 x 0.43 in)
Weight144 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Red
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes