| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $166.67 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Official Price | Global About 190 EUR | |
| Network | Technology |
GSM
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| Launch | Announced | 2004, March |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 93 x 49 x 24 mm (3.66 x 1.93 x 0.94 in) |
| Weight | 110 g (3.88 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| Display | Type | CSTN, 65K colors |
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels | |
| Features | Second external display 4096 colors Wallpapers, screensavers | |
| Platform | OS | FeaturePhone |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G99 (6 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
| Phonebook | 500 x 8 fields, Photo call | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Main Camera | Single | VGA |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | Yes | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 16 MP, (wide), 1/3", 1.0µm |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | No |
| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic ringtones, composer | |
| Comms | WLAN | No |
| Bluetooth | No | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Radio | No | |
| Features | Features | Push to talk (VoIP service) Exchangeable covers Organizer |
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS, Email, Instant Messaging | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Java | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| Battery | Type | Removable Li-Ion battery |
| Charging | Yes | |
| Stand-by | Up to 260 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 10 h | |
| Misc | SAR | 1.45 W/kg (head) 0.97 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.84 W/kg (head) |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Sony Ericsson Z500
Advantages
- Outstanding multi-day or week-long standby battery longevity between charges
- Tactile physical alphanumeric keypad providing positive-click dialing and messaging
- Tough, drop-resilient casing engineered to withstand everyday accidental drops
- Streamlined, distraction-free mobile experience dedicated strictly to core calling and SMS
Disadvantages
- Restricted to fundamental calling and text functions without modern app store ecosystems
- Compact non-touch display with modest resolution and limited viewing angles
- Rudimentary camera sensor designed only for basic snapshot documentation
Built with a steadfast commitment to straightforward utility and rugged durability, the Sony Ericsson Z500 stands as a dependable voice and text communicator. Featuring an ergonomic handheld footprint and a tactile physical alphanumeric keypad, the phone ensures swift, error-free dialing and messaging with positive physical key travel.
Operating without the bloated overhead of complex modern operating systems, the device delivers instant, lag-free responsiveness. Speaker acoustics are loud and punchy, ensuring clear voice call intelligibility even in bustling outdoor environments. A rudimentary camera sensor is included for quick, practical snapshots when documenting basic references.
Where this phone truly triumphs is power endurance: sustained by a highly efficient battery cell, it easily delivers multi-day or even week-long standby times between recharges. In summary, the Sony Ericsson Z500 is an unpretentious, rock-solid communication tool tailored for users seeking absolute reliability, simplicity, and unbeatable standby endurance.
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