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Sony Xperia J Specifications
Also known as Sony ST26i/ST26a
Sony
Released 2012, Aug 15
Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1
- 124g, 9.2mm thickness
- Android 4.0.4, up to 4.1.2
- 4GB 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 | 3.1 | — |
| Display | 5 | — |
| Performance | 3.1 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.0"
480x854 pixels
5MP
480p
512MB RAM
Snapdragon S1
1750mAh
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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 - ST26i | |
| ??? | HSDPA 850 / 1900 / 2100 - ST26a | |
| Speed | HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, August. Released 2012, October |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 124.3 x 61.2 x 9.2 mm (4.89 x 2.41 x 0.36 in) |
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| Weight | 124 g (4.37 oz) | |
| SIM | Mini-SIM |
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Display
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Type | TFT |
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| Size | 4.0 inches, 44.1 cm2 (~58.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM7227A Snapdragon S1 | |
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Cortex-A5 | |
| GPU | Adreno 200 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 4GB (2GB 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 | 480p |
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Selfie camera
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Single | VGA |
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| Video |
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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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Battery
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Type | Removable Li-Ion 1750 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 607 h (2G) / Up to 618 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 5 h 36 min (2G) / Up to 7 h 18 min (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White, Gold, Pink |
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| Models | ST26i | |
| SAR | 0.63 W/kg (head) 0.50 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.73 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 140 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: 1359:1 (nominal) / 1.932:1 (sunlight) |
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| Camera | Photo | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 61dB / Ring 72dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -80.8dB / Crosstalk -80.8dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 50h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia J worth buying in 2026?
Sony Xperia J is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.3/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Sony Xperia J?
Sony Xperia J has a 1,750 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Xperia J have?
Sony Xperia J features a 4.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia J?
Genze rates Sony Xperia J 4.3/10 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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