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Sony Ericsson Xperia active Specifications
Also known as Sony Ericsson ST17i, Sony Ericsson ST17a
Sony
Released 2011, Jun 15
Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2
- 110.8g, 16.5mm thickness
- Android 2.3, up to 4.0
- 1GB storage, microSDHC 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 | 2.1 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.8 | — |
| Gaming | 3.9 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
3.0"
320x480 pixels
5MP
720p
512MB RAM
Snapdragon S2
1200mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 900 / 2100 | |
| ??? | HSDPA 1900 / 2100 / 800 | |
| Speed | HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2011, June. Released 2011, October |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 92 x 55 x 16.5 mm (3.62 x 2.17 x 0.65 in) |
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| Weight | 110.8 g (3.88 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM | |
| ??? | IP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min) Flashlight |
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Display
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Type | LED-backlit LCD, |
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| Size | 3.0 inches, 26.8 cm2 (~53.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~192 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass | |
| ??? | Touch sensitive controls |
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Platform
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OS | Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 | |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Scorpion | |
| GPU | Adreno 205 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 2 GB included |
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| Internal | 1GB (320MB user available), 512MB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 5 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash | |
| Video | 720p |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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| Browser | HTML, Adobe Flash | |
| ??? | ANT+ MP4/H.264 player MP3/eAAC+/WAV player TrackID music recognition Document viewer Voice memo Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 351 h (2G) / Up to 335 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 4 h 53 min (2G) / Up to 5 h 31 min (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 25 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Orange/Black, White/Black |
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| SAR | 1.12 W/kg (head) 1.07 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 170 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Camera | Photo / Video |
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| Loudspeaker | Voice 70dB / Noise 64dB / Ring 68dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -89.5dB / Crosstalk -91.4dB |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Ericsson Xperia active worth buying in 2026?
Sony Ericsson Xperia active is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.1/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Sony Ericsson Xperia active?
Sony Ericsson Xperia active has a 1,200 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Ericsson Xperia active have?
Sony Ericsson Xperia active features a 3.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Sony Ericsson Xperia active water resistant?
Sony Ericsson Xperia active is rated IP67. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
What is the Genze score for Sony Ericsson Xperia active?
Genze rates Sony Ericsson Xperia active 4.1/10 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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