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Sony Xperia SX SO-05D Specifications
For Japan
Sony
Released 2012, May 15
1 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
- 95g, 9.4mm thickness
- Android 4.0
- 4GB 1GB RAM 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 | 2.6 | — |
| Display | 4.9 | — |
| Performance | 3.7 | — |
| Camera | 4.8 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4.2 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 5.8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
3.7"
540x960 pixels
8MP
1080p
1GB RAM
Snapdragon S4 Plus
1500mAh
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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 2100 / 800 | |
| 4G bands | 1 | |
| Speed | HSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat2 50/25 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2012, May. Released 2012, September |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 115 x 54 x 9.4 mm (4.53 x 2.13 x 0.37 in) |
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| Weight | 95 g (3.35 oz) | |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
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Display
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Type | LED-backlit LCD, |
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| Size | 3.7 inches, 37.7 cm2 (~60.8% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~298 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass |
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Platform
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OS | Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus | |
| CPU | Dual-core 1.5 GHz Krait | |
| GPU | Adreno 225 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 4GB 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 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 3.1, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS | |
| Infrared port | Yes | |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out) |
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Features
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Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
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| ??? | Mobile FeliCa client (v2.2.0) Digital TV and TV launcher 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 | Removable Li-Ion 1500 mAh battery |
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| Stand-by | Up to 280 h (2G) / Up to 360 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 6 h (2G) / Up to 5 h 50 min (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, White, Pink, Orange |
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| SAR | 1.07 W/kg (head) 0.51 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.97 W/kg (head) | |
| Price | About 220 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia SX SO-05D worth buying in 2026?
Sony Xperia SX SO-05D 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 SX SO-05D?
Sony Xperia SX SO-05D has a 1,500 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Xperia SX SO-05D have?
Sony Xperia SX SO-05D features a 3.70-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Sony Xperia SX SO-05D have?
Sony Xperia SX SO-05D is available with 1 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia SX SO-05D?
Genze rates Sony Xperia SX SO-05D 4.3/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
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