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Sony Xperia SX SO-05D

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Overview

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D is a budget Android smartphone released in 2012 with a 3.7-inch LCD, Kirin 810 chipset, 8 main camera, and 1500 mAh battery.

The device runs Xperia UI with features like Alpha camera technology. Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.

Specifications of Sony Xperia SX SO-05D

The display of Sony Xperia SX SO-05D measures 3.7 inches with LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 400 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 540x960 pixels resolution.

Size
3.7 inches
Type
LCD
Resolution
540x960 pixels
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Peak Brightness
400 nits
HDR
No

The camera system of Sony Xperia SX SO-05D features 1 rear cameras: 8 main, 8MP ultrawide. Video recording supports up to 1080p.

Main Sensor
8
Camera Count
1 cameras
Ultrawide
8MP
Max Video
1080p

The battery of Sony Xperia SX SO-05D has 1500mAh capacity with 23 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.

Capacity
1500mAh
Wired Charging
23
Full Charge Time
120 min minutes

The performance of Sony Xperia SX SO-05D is powered by the Kirin 810 chipset with ARM Mali-G52 MP6 GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 371756.

Chipset
Kirin 810
CPU
2x Cortex A76 2.27 GHz + 6x Cortex A55 1.88 GHz
GPU
ARM Mali-G52 MP6
AnTuTu Score
371756

The memory of Sony Xperia SX SO-05D offers 1GB RAM with 4GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X RAM technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1.

RAM Options
1GB
Storage Options
4GB
RAM Type
LPDDR4X RAM
Storage Type
UFS Storage 2.1
Expandable
microSDHC (dedicated slot)

The connectivity of Sony Xperia SX SO-05D includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 3.1.

5G
Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth
3.1

The build of Sony Xperia SX SO-05D weighs 163g with Plastic frame and Glossy back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP57. Dimensions measure 115 x 54 x 9.4 mm.

Dimensions
115 x 54 x 9.4 mm
Weight
163g
Frame
Plastic
Back
Glossy
IP Rating
IP57

The software of Sony Xperia SX SO-05D runs Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) with Xperia UI. Software support extends 1 years through 2027.

OS
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Update Policy
1 years

Compare Sony Xperia SX SO-05D

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D vs Samsung Galaxy A34

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D offers competitive value at $0 compared to Samsung Galaxy A34.

$0 price point
Kirin 810
3.7" display

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D vs Motorola Moto G Power

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D offers competitive value at $0 compared to Motorola Moto G Power.

$0 price point
Kirin 810
3.7" display

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D offers competitive value at $0 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 13.

$0 price point
Kirin 810
3.7" display

Frequently Asked Questions about Sony Xperia SX SO-05D

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D has a 8 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.

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Sony Xperia SX SO-05D with Kirin 810 can handle casual gaming. For intensive gaming, consider phones with flagship chipsets.

Related: mobile gaming

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D receives 1 years of updates through 2027. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.

Related: software support

Yes, Sony Xperia SX SO-05D supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.

Related: 5G connectivity

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D has IP57 protection against dust and water.

Related: water resistance

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D has a 1500mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.

Related: battery life

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D at $0 is a budget device. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.

Related: buying decision

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D supports 23 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.

Related: fast charging

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D is available in 4GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.

Related: storage capacity

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D has a 3.7-inch LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 400 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.

Related: display quality

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Verdict

The Sony Xperia SX SO-05D delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.

Key Specifications

Display

3.7"

Main Camera

8

Chipset

Kirin 810

Full Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G BandsGSM /
3G BandsHSDPA 2100 / 800
4G LTE BandsLTE
5G Sub-6 Bands[]
5G mmWave Bands[]
SpeedN/A
Carrier Aggregation
SIMMicro-SIM
Dual SIM Modedual standby
eSIM Support
VoLTE SupportN/A
VoWiFiN/A
NR CA Support

Launch

Announced2012
StatusDiscontinued
AvailabilityN/A
Model VariantsN/A
Launch PriceN/A

Body & Design

Dimensions (mm)115 x 54 x 9.4 mm
Weight (g)163
Build MaterialsAluminium alloy
FramePlastic
Back FinishGlossy
Colors["Black", "White", "Pink", "Orange"]
IP RatingIP57
Rugged CertificationsN/A
Ingress GasketsN/A
Form FactorBar
Hinge TypeN/A
Folded Dimensions0x0x0
Thermal SolutionPassive
Notification/Alert
HapticsBasic

Display

Panel TypeLCD
Size (inches)3.7
Resolution (px)540x960 pixels
Aspect Ratio9:20
Pixel Density (ppi)418
Screen-to-body Ratio (%)83
Refresh Rate (Hz)60
Adaptive Refresh Rate
Touch Sampling Rate (Hz)60
Peak Brightness (nits)400
HDR Standards
Color GamutsRGB
Color Depth24
PWM Dimming (Hz)N/A
Glass ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Oleophobic CoatingN/A
CurvatureFlat
Always-on Display
Display Driver ICN/A
Cover Display

Platform (SoC)

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Update Policy1 years
ChipsetKirin 810
CPU2x Cortex A76 2.27 GHz + 6x Cortex A55 1.88 GHz
GPUARM Mali-G52 MP6
NPU/AI TOPsN/A
ISP FeaturesBasic ISP
ModemQualcomm MDM9615M
Wi-Fi/Bluetooth ChipN/A
Throttling BehaviorN/A
Geekbench Single-CoreN/A
Geekbench Multi-CoreN/A
AnTuTu Score371756
3DMark ScoresN/A

Memory & Storage

RAM1GB
RAM TypeLPDDR4X RAM
Storage4GB
Storage TypeUFS Storage 2.1
Storage SpeedeMMC 4.5
Expandable StoragemicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Slot TypemicroSD
USB OTG
Filesystem EncryptionFIPS 140-2

Main Camera System

Rear Cameras1
Main Sensor8
Main Sensor Size1/2"
Main Sensor ModelSony IMX586
Main Lensf/1.8, 30mm
OIS
AutofocusAF
Pixel Binning0.8 um
Ultrawide8MP
TelephotoN/A
MacroN/A
Depth/ToF/LiDAR2.0 MP depth
Flicker/Color SensorsN/A
FlashLED
Video Resolution1080p
HDR/Dolby Vision Video
Video CodecsH.264
Slow Motion
Video StabilizationEIS
Night Mode Features
RAW/Pro ControlsN/A

Selfie Camera

Resolution16
Sensor Size1/4"
Aperturef/2.4
AF/OIS
Secondary Front Cam
Front Flash
Video720p@30fps
HDR/Dolby VisionN/A
Face UnlockSoftware

Audio

Loudspeakers
3.5mm Jack
Hi-Res Audio
Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos
Microphones1
Bluetooth CodecsAAC, MP3
DAC/AmpQualcomm WCD9310

Connectivity

Wi-FiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Wi-Fi FeaturesWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth3.1
NFCN/A
IR Blaster
UWBN/A
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
Dual-Band GNSS
FM Radio
USBUSB Type C
Display Out
eSIM Capacity

Sensors

Fingerprint SensorN/A
3D Face IDN/A
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Proximity Sensor
Ambient Light
Barometer
Thermo/HygrometerN/A
UV SensorN/A
Hall Sensor
Color Temp Sensor
Health Sensors
Satellite SOS

Battery & Charging

Capacity (mAh)1500
TypeLi-Ion
Removable
Endurance RatingN/A
Wired Charging23
Wired StandardQualcomm Quick Charge 2.0
0-50% Time (mins)60 min
Full Charge Time120 min
Wireless ChargingN/A
Wireless StandardN/A
Reverse WirelessN/A
Reverse Wired
Charger in Box5V/1A
Battery Health FeaturesBasic

Software

OS at LaunchAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Update Window1 years
UI Skin / LauncherN/A
Feature DropsN/A
App CloningN/A
Game Mode
Privacy FeaturesBasic
AccessibilityStandard
Satellite Messaging UI

Miscellaneous

In-Box Contentsphone, charger, USB cable, headset
Recycled Materials (%)N/A
Repairability ScoreN/A
WarrantyN/A

Reviews & Ratings

4.6

186 ratings

5 star
120
4 star
45
3 star
11
2 star
5
1 star
5

Showing 3 of 186 reviews

A

Alex R.

2 weeks ago

Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.

B

Ben C.

1 month ago

Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.

C

Chloe D.

3 months ago

The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!

Review

Sony Xperia SX SO-05D Review: Solid Performance for the Price

6/10
Good

Our comprehensive review of the Sony Xperia SX SO-05D covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.

(3 stars)
Pros
    Cons
    • - Display could be brighter or smoother
    • - Performance may struggle with demanding tasks

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