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Sony Xperia T3#4908

Released: 2014

Sony Xperia T3

Overall Score

30.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4908)30.4
Performance(#5613)48.7
Camera(#5104)36.0
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5422)21.8
Build(#2731)17.2
Connectivity(#2932)58.3
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia T3

Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia T3 features a sleek design with dimensions of 150.7 x 77 x 7 mm and a weight of 148 grams, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
  • Its 5.3-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 277 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset with a quad-core 1.4 GHz CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, paired with 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
  • The rear camera is an 8 MP shooter with autofocus and can record 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is a modest 1.1 MP.
  • The battery capacity is 2500 mAh, providing standard usage without fast or wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), the software experience is relatively dated but functional.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it does not support 5G.
  • The phone is available in black, white, and purple colors, offering some aesthetic choices.
  • Overall, the Xperia T3 combines a decent display and performance with a simple design, suitable for basic smartphone users.
  • Special features are limited, reflecting its 2014 release.

Specifications

General

Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size5.3"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~277 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8928-2 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) (D5103,D5106)/ Qualcomm MSM8228 (D5102)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory8GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, f/2.4, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera1.1 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video720p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2500 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2500 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions150.7 x 77 x 7 mm (5.93 x 3.03 x 0.28 in)
Weight148 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Purple
Foldable
SAR0.48 W/kg (head)     0.97 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/21.1(D5102)/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass