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Sony Xperia SP#7938

Released: 2013

Sony Xperia SP

Overall Score

53.0

Category Breakdown

Overall(#7938)53.0
Performance(#11943)51.3
Camera(#5501)42.1
Display(#6317)67.5
Battery(#6391)43.5
Build(#4973)70.8

Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia SP

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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details8 MP, f/2.4, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity2370 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2370 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions130.6 x 67.1 x 10 mm (5.14 x 2.64 x 0.39 in)
Weight155 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Red
Foldable

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

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradаble to 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
OS VersionAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradаble to 4.3 (Jelly Bean)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes