Overall Score
20.8Category Breakdown
Overall(#7042)20.8
Performance(#5388)50.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#10347)19.1
Battery(#5759)21.0
Build(#4010)14.8
Connectivity(#3388)55.2
Audio(#1963)8.9
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Short Review
- The Sony Xperia SP features a solid build with dimensions of 130.6 x 67.1 x 10 mm and a weight of 155g, available in black, white, and red.
- Its 4.6-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing a pixel density of approximately 319 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset with a dual-core 1.7 GHz Krait CPU and Adreno 320 GPU, complemented by 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage, with 5.8GB available for users.
- The rear camera has an 8 MP sensor with f/2.4 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, but it lacks optical image stabilization and a front camera.
- Battery capacity stands at 2370 mAh, without fast charging or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, upgradable to 4.3, providing a basic software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC support, and a microUSB 2.0 port.
- It does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers, but includes a headphone jack.
- Overall, the Xperia SP combines a decent display and camera with moderate performance and connectivity features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia SP HSPA C5302, Sony Xperia SP LTE C5303, Sony Xperia SP LTE C5306
Display
Size4.6"
TypeTFT
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~319 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960T Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPUDual-core 1.7 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320
Memory8GB (5.8GB user available), 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, f/2.4, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front CameraVGA
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity2370 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2370 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions130.6 x 67.1 x 10 mm (5.14 x 2.64 x 0.39 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Red
Foldable✗
SAR0.63 W/kg (head) 1.08 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradаble to 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass