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Sony Ericsson W550 Specifications
W550c - Triple-band 900/1800/1900 for China W550i - Triple-band 900/1800/1900
Sony
Released 2005, Jul 15
- 120g, 22.5mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 256MB storage, no card slot
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 1.6 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 2.3 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
1.8"
176x220 pixels
1.3MP
Video recorder
900mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM |
|---|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| GPRS | Class 10 | |
| EDGE | No |
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Launch
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Announced | 2005, July |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 93 x 46.5 x 22.5 mm (3.66 x 1.83 x 0.89 in) |
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| Weight | 120 g (4.23 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 256K colors |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 1.8 inches, 28 x 35 mm, 10.2 cm2 (~23.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 176 x 220 pixels (~157 ppi density) | |
| ??? | Dedicated gaming buttons Wallpapers, screensavers |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
|---|---|---|
| Phonebook | 1000 x 24 fields, Photo call | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Internal | 256MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | Yes |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
|---|---|---|
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3 ringtones, composer | |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
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Comms
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WLAN | No |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 2.0 | |
| Positioning | No | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | Proprietary |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS, Email, Instant Messaging | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML, HTML (NetFront) | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| ??? | MP3 Player Predictive text input Organizer |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Po 900 mAh battery (BST-37) |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 400 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 8 h 30 min |
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Misc
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Colors | Vibrant Orange, Orchid White, Universe Blue |
|---|---|---|
| Price | About 130 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Ericsson W550 worth buying in 2026?
Sony Ericsson W550 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 3.8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Sony Ericsson W550?
Sony Ericsson W550 has a 900 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Ericsson W550 have?
Sony Ericsson W550 features a 1.80-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Sony Ericsson W550?
Genze rates Sony Ericsson W550 3.8/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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