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Sony Xperia L phone review — specs and Genze score

Sony Xperia L Specifications

Also known as Sony Xperia L C2105, Sony Xperia L C2104

Sony

Released 2013, Mar 15

1 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)

  • 137g, 9.7mm thickness
  • Android 4.1, up to 4.2.2
  • 8GB storage, microSDHC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 3.1
Display 5.1
Performance 3.7
Camera 5.1
Body 5.2
Gaming 4.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
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Genze total: 4.5/10

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Quick specifications

4.3"

480x854 pixels

8MP

720p

1GB RAM

Snapdragon 400

1750mAh

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4.5 /10
Performance 3.7/10
Battery 3.1/10
Display 5.1/10
Camera 5.1/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 4.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.00 GHz BT 4.0 2013

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - C2104, C2105
3G bands HSDPA 900 / 2100 - C2105
??? HSDPA 850 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - C2104
Speed HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
Announced 2013, March. Released 2013, May
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 128.7 x 65 x 9.7 mm (5.07 x 2.56 x 0.38 in)
Weight 137 g (4.83 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Type TFT
Size 4.3 inches, 51.0 cm2 (~60.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~228 ppi density)
Protection Scratch-resistant glass
OS Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPU Dual-core 1.0 GHz Krait
GPU Adreno 305
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal 8GB (5.8GB user available), 1GB RAM
??? eMMC 4.5
Single 8 MP, f/2.4, AF
Features LED flash, HDR
Video 720p@30fps, HDR
Single VGA
Video
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP
Positioning GPS
NFC Yes
Radio Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB microUSB 2.0
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Type Li-Ion 1750 mAh, removable
Stand-by Up to 498 h (2G) / Up to 454 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 8 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 9 h (3G)
Music play Up to 43 h 12 min
Colors Black, White, Red
Models C2105, C2104
SAR 0.79 W/kg (head) 1.38 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.69 W/kg (head)
Price About 130 EUR
Display Contrast ratio: 1077:1 (nominal) / 1.351:1 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 72dB / Noise 67dB / Ring 79dB
Audio quality Noise -87.0dB / Crosstalk -88.0dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 39h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sony Xperia L worth buying in 2026?

Sony Xperia L 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 L?

Sony Xperia L has a 1,750 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Sony Xperia L have?

Sony Xperia L features a 4.30-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Sony Xperia L have?

Sony Xperia L is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia L?

Genze rates Sony Xperia L 4.5/10 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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