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Sony Xperia P Specifications
Previously known as Sony LT22i Nypon
Sony
Released 2012, Feb 15
1 GB RAM · NovaThor U8500
- 120g, 10.5mm thickness
- Android 2.3, up to 4.1
- 16GB storage, no card slot
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 2.3 | — |
| Display | 5 | — |
| Performance | 3.7 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4.3 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.0"
540x960 pixels
8MP
1080p
1GB 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 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - LT22i | |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, February. Released 2012, May |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 122 x 59.5 x 10.5 mm (4.80 x 2.34 x 0.41 in) |
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| Weight | 120 g (4.23 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
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Display
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Type | LED-backlit LCD, |
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| Size | 4.0 inches, 44.1 cm2 (~60.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~275 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass | |
| ??? | Sony WhiteMagic |
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Platform
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OS | Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.1 (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 | No |
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| Internal | 16GB (13GB user available), 1GB RAM |
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Main Camera
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Single | 8 MP, AF |
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| Features | LED flash, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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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, hotspot, DLNA |
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| Bluetooth | 2.1, A2DP, EDR | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | |
| 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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| ??? | HDMI port |
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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 470 h (2G) / Up to 475 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 6 h (2G) / Up to 5 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 80 h |
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Misc
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Colors | Silver, Black, Red |
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| Models | LT22i | |
| SAR | 1.18 W/kg (head) 0.84 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.78 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 210 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Display | Contrast ratio: 775:1 (nominal) |
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| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 60dB / Noise 61dB / Ring 63dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -87.3dB / Crosstalk -86.2dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 28h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia P worth buying in 2026?
Sony Xperia P 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 P?
Sony Xperia P has a 1,305 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Xperia P have?
Sony Xperia P features a 4.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Sony Xperia P have?
Sony Xperia P is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia P?
Genze rates Sony Xperia P 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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