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Sony Xperia L1#4211

Released: 2017

Sony Xperia L1

Overall Score

35.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4211)35.4
Performance(#5140)52.6
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5286)22.6
Build(#1786)67.9
Connectivity(#2566)61.3
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia L1

Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia L1 features a simple design with a glass front, plastic back, and plastic frame, measuring 151 x 74 x 8.7 mm and weighing 180 grams.
  • Its 5.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 267 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6737T chipset with a quad-core 1.45 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 2GB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera is 13 MP with an f/2.2 aperture and can record video at 1080p, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2620 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
  • The device runs on Android 7.0 Nougat, providing a straightforward user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
  • The Xperia L1 has a USB Type-C port and retains a headphone jack for audio.
  • It is available in black, white, and pink color options.
  • Overall, the Xperia L1 offers basic features suitable for everyday use without advanced capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionVersions: G3311, G3312 (ЕМЕА); G3313 (USA)

Display

Size5.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~267 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass (> 6H)

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6737T (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.45 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T720MP2
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, f/2.2, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera5 MP, f/2.2, 24mm (wide)
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2620 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2620 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions151 x 74 x 8.7 mm (5.94 x 2.91 x 0.34 in)
Weight180 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, White, Pink
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass