Overall Score
53.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#7891)53.1
Performance(#11939)51.3
Camera(#4890)42.4
Display(#6313)67.5
Battery(#6377)43.5
Build(#4966)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia SL
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia SL features a compact design with dimensions of 128 x 64 x 10.6 mm and a weight of 144g, available in multiple colors including Black, White, Silver, and Pink.
- Its 4.3-inch LED-backlit LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 342 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3 chipset, dual-core 1.7 GHz Scorpion CPU, and Adreno 220 GPU, paired with 1GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage.
- The rear camera boasts a 12 MP sensor capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while the front camera is a modest 1.3 MP.
- Battery capacity stands at 1750 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
- The device runs on Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), providing a basic software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, NFC support, and a microUSB 2.0 port.
- Notably, the Xperia SL does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers.
- Overall, the phone combines solid build quality with decent performance and camera capabilities for its time.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size4.3"
TypeLED-backlit LCD,
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
CPUDual-core 1.7 GHz Scorpion
GPUAdreno 220
Memory32GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
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
Capacity1750 mAh
Battery DetailsNon-removable Li-Ion 1750 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions128 x 64 x 10.6 mm (5.04 x 2.52 x 0.42 in)
Weight144 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Silver, Pink
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth3.0, A2DP, EDR
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes