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Sony Xperia sola phone review — specs and Genze score

Sony Xperia sola Specifications

Previously rumored as MT27i Pepper

Sony

Released 2012, Mar 15

NovaThor U8500

  • 107g, 9.9mm thickness
  • Android 2.3, up to 4.0
  • 8GB storage, microSDHC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 2.3
Display 4.9
Performance 3.1
Camera 4.8
Body 5.2
Gaming 3.9
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 4.1/10

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Quick specifications

3.7"

480x854 pixels

5MP

720p

512MB RAM

NovaThor U8500

1320mAh

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4.1 /10
Performance 3.1/10
Battery 2.3/10
Display 4.9/10
Camera 4.8/10
Body 5.2/10
Gaming 3.9/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
1.00 GHz BT 3.0 2012

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
Speed HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps
Announced 2012, March. Released 2012, May
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 116 x 59 x 9.9 mm (4.57 x 2.32 x 0.39 in)
Weight 107 g (3.77 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Type LED-backlit LCD,
Size 3.7 inches, 37.7 cm2 (~55.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~265 ppi density)
Protection Scratch-resistant glass
??? Floating touch display
OS Android 2.3 (Gingerbread), upgradable to 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Chipset NovaThor U8500
CPU Dual-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
GPU Mali-400
Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot)
Internal 8GB (5GB user available), 512MB RAM
Single 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash, panorama
Video 720p@30fps
??? No
Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
??? 3D surround sound
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 3.0, A2DP, EDR
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
NFC Yes
Radio Stereo FM radio, RDS
USB microUSB 2.0, OTG
Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
??? MP4/H.264/WMV player

MP3/eAAC+/WMA/WAV player

Document viewer

Voice memo/dial/commands

Predictive text input
Type Non-removable Li-Ion 1320 mAh battery
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 40 h
Colors Black, White, Red
SAR EU 1.25 W/kg (head)
Price About 120 EUR
Display Contrast ratio: 1002:1 (nominal)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 60dB / Noise 59dB / Ring 61dB
Audio quality Noise -81.6dB / Crosstalk -83.5dB

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sony Xperia sola worth buying in 2026?

Sony Xperia sola 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 sola?

Sony Xperia sola has a 1,320 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Sony Xperia sola have?

Sony Xperia sola features a 3.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia sola?

Genze rates Sony Xperia sola 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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