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Sony Xperia go Specifications
Also known as Xperia advance, Sony ST27i, Sony ST27a
Sony
Released 2012, May 15
NovaThor U8500
- 110g, 9.8mm thickness
- Android 2.3, up to 4.1.2
- 8GB storage, microSDHC
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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 | 2.3 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 3.9 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
3.5"
320x480 pixels
5MP
720p
512MB RAM
NovaThor U8500
1305mAh
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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 - ST27i | |
| ??? | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 - ST27a | |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, May. Released 2012, July |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 111 x 60.3 x 9.8 mm (4.37 x 2.37 x 0.39 in) |
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| Weight | 110 g (3.88 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | LED-backlit LCD, |
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| Size | 3.5 inches, 36.5 cm2 (~54.5% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 320 x 480 pixels, 3:2 ratio (~165 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass | |
| ??? | IP67 dust and water proof (up to 1m for 30 mins) |
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Platform
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OS | Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) |
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| Chipset | NovaThor U8500 | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9 | |
| GPU | Mali-400 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 8GB (4GB 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, panorama | |
| Video | 720p@30fps |
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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 | 3.0, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
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| ??? | MP4/H.264/WMV player MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV player TrackID music recognition Document viewer Voice memo/dial/commands Predictive text input |
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Battery
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Type | Non-removable Li-Ion 1305 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 520 h (2G) / Up to 460 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 6 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 5 h 30 min (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 45 h |
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Misc
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Colors | White, Black, Yellow |
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| SAR | 1.12 W/kg (head) 0.96 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.89 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 160 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: 859 (nominal) / 1.577:1 (sunlight) |
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| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 65dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 76dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -86.7dB / Crosstalk -87.3dB |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia go worth buying in 2026?
Sony Xperia go 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 Xperia go?
Sony Xperia go has a 1,305 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Xperia go have?
Sony Xperia go features a 3.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia go?
Genze rates Sony Xperia go 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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