Overall Score
52.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#8580)52.3
Performance(#11948)51.3
Camera(#6921)42.0
Display(#7492)64.3
Battery(#6430)43.5
Build(#4998)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia U
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia U features a compact design with dimensions of 112 x 54 x 12 mm and a weight of 110g, making it easy to handle.
- Its 3.5-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 480 x 854 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 280 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is powered by a dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 CPU and a NovaThor U8500 chipset, complemented by 512MB of RAM, which may limit multitasking capabilities.
- The 5 MP rear camera includes autofocus and can record video at 720p@30fps, but it lacks optical image stabilization and a front-facing camera.
- Battery life is supported by a 1320mAh capacity, but it does not offer fast or wireless charging options.
- The device runs on Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) with an upgrade path to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), providing basic software functionality.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 2.1, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
- The Xperia U has exchangeable bottom caps available in multiple colors, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
- Overall, it is a basic smartphone with essential features suited for casual use.
- However, its limited RAM and older software may not meet the demands of modern applications.
Specifications
General
Release Date2012
Announced2012
DescriptionPreviously known as Sony Ericsson ST25i Kumquat
Display
Size3.5"
TypeTFT
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~280 ppi density)
PPI480
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Performance
ChipsetNovaThor U8500
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPUMali-400
Memory8GB (4GB user available), 512MB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera5 MP
Main Camera Details5 MP, AF
Front CameraN/A
Front Camera DetailsVGA
Video Recording720p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity1320 mAh
Battery DetailsRemovable Li-Ion 1320 mAh battery
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions112 x 54 x 12 mm (4.41 x 2.13 x 0.47 in)
Weight110 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White/ exchangeable bottom caps in white, black, pink, yellow
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMMini-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA
Network SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
5G✗
4G✗
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, hotspot, DLNA
Bluetooth2.1, A2DP, EDR
NFC✗
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, A-GPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
OS VersionAndroid 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes