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Sony Ericsson W850 phone review — specs and Genze score

Sony Ericsson W850 Specifications

Sony

Released 2006, May 15

  • 116g, 21mm thickness
  • Feature phone
  • 16MB storage, Memory Stick Duo Pro slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 1.7
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
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Genze total: 3.8/10

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Quick specifications

2.0"

240x320 pixels

2MP

144p

 

950mAh

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3.8 /10
Performance 2.3/10
Battery 1.7/10
Display 4.8/10
Camera 4.8/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 3.4/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
BT 2.0 2006

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / UMTS
2G bands GSM 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands UMTS 2100
Speed Yes, 384 kbps
Announced 2006, May. Released 2006, September
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 98 x 47 x 21 mm (3.86 x 1.85 x 0.83 in)
Weight 116 g (4.09 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Type TFT, 256K colors
Size 2.0 inches, 30 x 40 mm, 12.4 cm2 (~26.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 240 x 320 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~200 ppi density)
??? Wallpapers, screensavers
Card slot Memory Stick Duo Pro, up to 4 GB
Phonebook 1000 contacts, Photo call
Call records 30 received, dialed and missed calls
Internal 16MB
Single 2 MP
Features LED flash
Video QCIF
Single Videocall camera
Video
Loudspeaker Yes
Alert types Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3, AAC ringtones, composer
3.5mm jack No
WLAN No
Bluetooth 2.0, A2DP
Positioning No
Infrared port Yes
Radio Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB Proprietary
Sensors
Messaging SMS, MMS, Email
Browser WAP 2.0/HTML(NetFront), RSS feeds
Games Yes + downloadable
Java Yes, MIDP 2.0
??? TrackID music recognition

Walkman 2.0 player

Predictive text input

Organizer

Voice memo
Type Removable Li-Po 950 mAh battery (BST-33)
Stand-by Up to 350 h (2G) / Up to 350 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 7 h (2G) / Up to 2 h 30 min (3G)
Colors Precious Black, Golden White
Price About 200 EUR

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sony Ericsson W850 worth buying in 2026?

Sony Ericsson W850 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 W850?

Sony Ericsson W850 has a 950 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Sony Ericsson W850 have?

Sony Ericsson W850 features a 2.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

What is the Genze score for Sony Ericsson W850?

Genze rates Sony Ericsson W850 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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