Overall Score
53.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#7133)53.8
Performance(#7954)54.3
Camera(#5505)42.1
Display(#7055)67.0
Battery(#6432)43.5
Build(#5000)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia M2 dual
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia M2 dual features a compact design with dimensions of 139.7 x 71.1 x 8.6 mm and a weight of 148 grams, making it comfortable to hold.
- Its 4.8-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 540 x 960 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 229 ppi, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, paired with 1GB of RAM, suitable for everyday use.
- The rear camera boasts an 8 MP sensor capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, though it lacks optical image stabilization.
- Battery life is supported by a 2300 mAh capacity, but it does not offer fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean, upgradeable to 5.1 Lollipop, providing a straightforward user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, enhancing its versatility.
- The phone is available in black, white, and purple, but lacks water resistance.
- With no stereo speakers, audio quality may be limited, but it does feature a standard headphone jack.
- Overall, the Xperia M2 dual is a functional device with essential features for casual users.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia M2 dual D2302
Display
Size4.8"
TypeTFT
Resolution540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~229 ppi density)
PPI540
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8226-0 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP
Main Camera Details8 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video480p
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions139.7 x 71.1 x 8.6 mm (5.5 x 2.80 x 0.34 in)
Weight148 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Purple
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMDual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes