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Sony Ericsson Z520 Specifications
Z520i - GSM 900/1800/1900 in Europe and Asia Z520a - GSM 850/900/1800/1900 in America
Sony
Released 2005, Jun 15
- 96g, 24mm thickness
- Feature phone
- 16MB 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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"
128x160 pixels
0.3MP
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 - Z520i | |
| ??? | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - Z520a | |
| GPRS | Class 10 | |
| EDGE | No |
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Launch
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Announced | 2005, June |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 93 x 46 x 24 mm (3.66 x 1.81 x 0.94 in) |
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| Weight | 96 g (3.39 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT, 65K colors |
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| Size | 1.8 inches, 29 x 35 mm, 10.2 cm2 (~23.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 128 x 160 pixels (~114 ppi density) | |
| ??? | Second external CSTN display 4096 colors (101 x 80 pixels) Wallpapers, screensavers |
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Memory
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Card slot | No |
|---|---|---|
| Phonebook | 500 x 8 fields, Photo call | |
| Call records | 30 received, dialed and missed calls | |
| Internal | 16MB |
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Main Camera
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Single | VGA |
|---|---|---|
| Video | Yes |
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Selfie camera
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??? | No |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes |
|---|---|---|
| Alert types | Vibration; Downloadable polyphonic, MP3, AAC 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 | No | |
| USB | Proprietary |
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Features
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Sensors | |
|---|---|---|
| Messaging | SMS, EMS, MMS, Email, Instant Messaging | |
| Browser | WAP 2.0/xHTML | |
| Games | Yes + downloadable | |
| Java | Yes, MIDP 2.0 | |
| ??? | MP3/MP4 player Photo editor Exchangeable covers Organizer SyncML |
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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 900 mAh battery (BST-37) |
|---|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 400 h | |
| Talk time | Up to 9 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Light Blue, Pale Purple, Pale Pink, Pale Yellow |
|---|---|---|
| SAR | 1.47 W/kg (head) 0.70 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.96 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 70 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Ericsson Z520 worth buying in 2026?
Sony Ericsson Z520 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 Z520?
Sony Ericsson Z520 has a 900 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Ericsson Z520 have?
Sony Ericsson Z520 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 Z520?
Genze rates Sony Ericsson Z520 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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