| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $130.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA
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| Launch | Announced | 2013, June. Released 2013, August |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 124 x 62 x 9.3 mm (4.88 x 2.44 x 0.37 in) |
| Weight | 115 g (4.06 oz) | |
| SIM | Single SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by) | |
| Display | Type | TFT |
| Size | 4.0 inches, 44.1 cm2 (~57.3% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass | |
| Platform | OS | Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)/ 4.2.2 - C2004/C2005 models, upgradable to 4.3 (Jelly Bean) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8227 | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Krait | |
| GPU | Adreno 305 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 4GB 1GB RAM | |
| Main Camera | Single | 5 MP, f/2.8, AF |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 720p@30fps | |
| Selfie camera | Single | VGA |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG | |
| Features | Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery | Type | Li-Po 1750 mAh, removable |
| Stand-by | Up to 552 h (2G) / Up to 454 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 10 h 18 min (2G) / Up to 9 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 39 h 24 min | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White, Purple, Yellow (single sim model only) |
| Models | C1904, C1905, C2004, C2005 | |
| SAR | 0.84 W/kg (head) 1.30 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.86 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 130 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Display | Contrast ratio: 983:1 (nominal) / 1.473:1 (sunlight) |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 75dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -87.7dB / Crosstalk -88.5dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 54h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Sony Xperia M
Advantages
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
Arriving with an assertive focus on market competitiveness, the Sony Xperia M enters the mobile landscape offering a compelling hardware package tailored to deliver maximum return on investment. The device commands visual attention through its modern responsive IPS LCD panel measuring 4 inches , which brings punchy saturation, deep blacks, and excellent dynamic range to a competitive tier.
At the engine room of the device, processing duties are commanded by the energetic Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8227. This configuration provides ample headroom for fluid split-screen multitasking, responsive touch polling, and smooth graphical transitions across daily applications. Imaging requirements are addressed by an agile primary camera—centered on a 5MP primary sensor—yielding clean, share-worthy captures with respectable dynamic range and accurate white balance.
Battery longevity is secured through a 1750mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds to ensure users spend more time active and less time anchored to wall outlets. When evaluated against rival contemporaries, the Sony Xperia M presents an undeniable value proposition that punches well above its weight class.
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