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Sony Xperia ion LTE Specifications
Available on AT&T as Sony as Sony Xperia ion LT28at Also known as Xperia ion LTE lt28i
Sony
Released 2012, Jan 15
1 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
- 144g, 10.8mm thickness
- Android 2.3, 4.0, up to 4.1.2
- 16GB 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 | 3.3 | — |
| Display | 5.2 | — |
| Performance | 3.7 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.55"
720x1280 pixels
12MP
1080p
1GB RAM
Snapdragon S3
1900mAh
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| ??? | HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 4, 17 | |
| Speed | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, January. Released 2012, June |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 133 x 68 x 10.8 mm (5.24 x 2.68 x 0.43 in) |
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| Weight | 144 g (5.08 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | LED-backlit LCD, |
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| Size | 4.55 inches, 57.1 cm2 (~63.1% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~323 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass |
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Platform
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OS | Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3 | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.5 GHz Scorpion | |
| GPU | Adreno 220 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 16GB 1GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 12 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 1.3 MP |
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| Video | 720p@30fps |
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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, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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| ??? | ANT+ HDMI port 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 1900 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 400 h (2G) / Up to 350 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 10 h (2G) / Up to 4 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 12 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White |
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| SAR | 1.05 W/kg (head) 0.57 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.87 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 210 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Audio quality | Noise -81.7dB / Crosstalk -38.5dB |
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| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 31h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia ion LTE worth buying in 2026?
Sony Xperia ion LTE is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Sony Xperia ion LTE?
Sony Xperia ion LTE has a 1,900 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Xperia ion LTE have?
Sony Xperia ion LTE features a 4.55-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Sony Xperia ion LTE have?
Sony Xperia ion LTE is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia ion LTE?
Genze rates Sony Xperia ion LTE 4.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
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