Sony Xperia SP
Specifications
Sony Xperia SP (Xperia Series)
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro MSM8960T 2c/2t 2 x 1.7 GHz, ARMv7, Dual Core
Graphics adapter
Memory
1024 MB
Display
4.60 inch 3:5, 1280 x 720 pixel, capacitive, TFT, LCD, Corning Gorilla Glass, Multi-Touch up to 10 fingers, glossy: yes
Storage
8 GB SSD, 8 GB
, 5.4 GB free
Connections
1 USB 2.0, Card Reader: built-in card reader for micro SD cards upt to 32 GB, Sensors: proximity sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, ambient light sensor
Networking
802.11a/b/g/n (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/), Bluetooth 4.0, GSM quad band (850, 900, 1.800, 1.900 MHz), UMTS quint band (850, 900, 1.700, 1.900, 2.100 MHz), LTE, NFC, DLNA
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 9.98 x 67.1 x 130.6 ( = 0.39 x 2.64 x 5.14 in)
Battery
10 Wh Lithium-Ion, 2370 mAh
Operating System
Android 4.1 Jelly Bean
Camera
Webcam: Web cam: 0.3 MP (640x480 pixels), main camera: 7 MP (3104x2328 pixels)
Additional features
Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: virtual, Keyboard Light: no, micro USB cable, modular power adapter, stereo headphones (3.5mm jack), 24 Months Warranty
Weight
155 g ( = 5.47 oz / 0.34 pounds), Power Supply: 35 g ( = 1.23 oz / 0.08 pounds)
Price
400 Euro
Price comparison
Average Score:
Average of 9 scores (from 12 reviews)
Average of 9 scores (from 12 reviews)
price: 85%, performance: 73%, features: 65%, display: 84% mobility: 91%, workmanship: 82%, ergonomy: 70%, emissions: 91%
Reviews for the Sony Xperia SP
Review Sony Xperia SP Smartphone | Notebookcheck
Ambitious mid-range device 4.6-inch display with HD resolution, powerful hardware and a design similar to the Xperia Z top model's: At the first glance, the Sony Xperia SP appears to have all advantages on its side. Our test uncovers what the smartphone can really do.
Ambitious mid-range device 4.6-inch display with HD resolution, powerful hardware and a design similar to the Xperia Z top model's: At the first glance, the Sony Xperia SP appears to have all advantages on its side. Our test uncovers what the smartphone can really do.
Sony Xperia SP review: excellent mid-range Google Android phone
Source: Tech Advisor
Archive.org version
The Sony Xperia SP has the spec and price of a mid-range Android smartphone, but when you actually get the device in your hands and start using it any ideas of it being mediocre go out of the window. It really is a class act, so if you're looking for a good phone to browse the web, perform tasks quickly and take decent photos with at a price that won't break the bank, then you really should consider the Xperia SP.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Tech Advisor
Archive.org versionThe Sony Xperia SP has the spec and price of a mid-range Android smartphone, but when you actually get the device in your hands and start using it any ideas of it being mediocre go out of the window. It really is a class act, so if you're looking for a good phone to browse the web, perform tasks quickly and take decent photos with at a price that won't break the bank, then you really should consider the Xperia SP.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Sony Xperia SP video review: impressive mid-range Android smartphone
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
The SP is actually smaller and heavier than its big brother, the Xperia Z, but it still manages to feel nice in your hands in terms of weight and dimensions. See also: Sony Xperia SP review: mid-priced Android phone is a class act. The 4.6in display is just about the perfect size in terms of the average thumb's screen reach. The display itself boasts 720 x 1280 pixels and looks very sharp.
video review
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/21/2013
Source: Tech Advisor
Archive.org versionThe SP is actually smaller and heavier than its big brother, the Xperia Z, but it still manages to feel nice in your hands in terms of weight and dimensions. See also: Sony Xperia SP review: mid-priced Android phone is a class act. The 4.6in display is just about the perfect size in terms of the average thumb's screen reach. The display itself boasts 720 x 1280 pixels and looks very sharp.
video review
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/21/2013
Sony Xperia SP review: an impressive mid-range Android smartphone
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
The Sony Xperia SP has the spec and price of a mid-range Android smartphone, but when you actually get the device in your hands and start using it any ideas of it being mediocre go out of the window. It really is a class act, so if you're looking for a good phone to browse the web, perform tasks quickly and take decent photos with at a price that won't break the bank, then you really should consider the Xperia SP.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Tech Advisor
Archive.org versionThe Sony Xperia SP has the spec and price of a mid-range Android smartphone, but when you actually get the device in your hands and start using it any ideas of it being mediocre go out of the window. It really is a class act, so if you're looking for a good phone to browse the web, perform tasks quickly and take decent photos with at a price that won't break the bank, then you really should consider the Xperia SP.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Sony Xperia SP review
Source: V3.co.uk Archive.org version
The Sony Xperia SP is a reasonable Android boasting decent performance and battery life and all the inherent perks of its Jelly Bean operating system. However, the phone's ability to shine is hampered by a slightly dull display, poor storage and less than stellar software additions.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/28/2013
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: V3.co.uk
Archive.org versionThe Sony Xperia SP is a reasonable Android boasting decent performance and battery life and all the inherent perks of its Jelly Bean operating system. However, the phone's ability to shine is hampered by a slightly dull display, poor storage and less than stellar software additions.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/28/2013
Rating: Total score: 60%
Review: Sony Xperia SP
Source: Reg Hardware Archive.org version
Nokia’s Lumia 720 is another alternative if you can live with Windows Phone 8, but the 480 x 800 display counts against it, as does the limited amount of Ram, which rules out some of the apps and games in the WP8 app store. None support 4G.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/21/2013
Source: Reg Hardware
Archive.org versionNokia’s Lumia 720 is another alternative if you can live with Windows Phone 8, but the 480 x 800 display counts against it, as does the limited amount of Ram, which rules out some of the apps and games in the WP8 app store. None support 4G.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/21/2013
Sony Xperia SP review: lights, camera, performance
Source: Engadget Archive.org version
The Xperia SP is by no means perfect. It's got a grime- and glare-loving screen that misses the mark despite its HD resolution. Other problems: a penchant for bloatware and other small flaws like the terrible WiFi reception. The design may be a little bland for those who aren't interested in the transparent element, but the build quality is solid.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/14/2013
Source: Engadget
Archive.org versionThe Xperia SP is by no means perfect. It's got a grime- and glare-loving screen that misses the mark despite its HD resolution. Other problems: a penchant for bloatware and other small flaws like the terrible WiFi reception. The design may be a little bland for those who aren't interested in the transparent element, but the build quality is solid.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/14/2013
Sony Xperia SP review
Source: T3 Archive.org version
Sony’s excellent design and build quality are evident here. The Sony Xperia SP looks great, though the notification system, a Perspex bar at the base of the phone that glows with different colours for different purposes, will divide users. The camera is not Sony’s best, though the hardware shutter trigger is useful. Sony’s special features like Music Unlimited and its video store are useful and can be inviting ways to spend money. This is a solid, effective handset that’s good value and has strong specifications. It may not be the Xperia Z but it’s certainly worth considering.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: T3
Archive.org versionSony’s excellent design and build quality are evident here. The Sony Xperia SP looks great, though the notification system, a Perspex bar at the base of the phone that glows with different colours for different purposes, will divide users. The camera is not Sony’s best, though the hardware shutter trigger is useful. Sony’s special features like Music Unlimited and its video store are useful and can be inviting ways to spend money. This is a solid, effective handset that’s good value and has strong specifications. It may not be the Xperia Z but it’s certainly worth considering.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
Foreign Reviews
Sony Xperia SP
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 6/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 96% emissions: 92%
Source: Chip Test & Kauf - Heft Nr. 6/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 96% emissions: 92%
Sony Xperia SP
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 2/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 88%
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 2/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 88%
Sony Xperia SP
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 1/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 88% mobility: 86%
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 1/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 12/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 88% mobility: 86%
Sony Xperia SP
Source: Connect - Heft 2/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 82%
Source: Connect - Heft 2/2014
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 82%
350-Euro-Smartphone mit Edel-Optik
Source: Netzwelt DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: appealing design; solid and fast device Negative: deficient voice quality; average camera
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/29/2013
Source: Netzwelt
DE→EN Archive.org versionPositive: appealing design; solid and fast device Negative: deficient voice quality; average camera
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/29/2013
Comment
Qualcomm Adreno 320: Integrated graphics card using unified shaders and supporting OpenGL ES 3.0
These graphics cards are not suited for Windows 3D games. Office and Internet surfing however is possible.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
MSM8960T: High end dual core SoC (Krait cores) including an Adreno 320 GPU.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
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