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Sony Xperia L3
Sony Xperia L3
Sony Xperia L3
Sony Xperia L3
Sony Xperia L3
Sony Xperia L3
Sony Xperia L3
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6.7/10
Informr score
The Sony Xperia L3 currently has an Informr score of 6.7 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 8 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
2 GHz
Processor
Processor
2 GHz
5.7"
Screen Size
Screen Size
5.7"
13+ MP, f/2.2
Camera
Camera
13+ MP, f/2.2
3300 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


GSMArena
GSMArena

It tries to copy a few cool features like the side-mounted fingerprint sensor, but at the end of the day it doesn't have a standout feature of its own. You can look at it as the cheapest entry into the Sony software experience, its value to you mostly depending on whether or not you like the company...

- GSMArena
Expert Reviews
Expert Reviews

Still, while it might not be in the same league as its flagship counterparts, Sony’s Xperia L3 offers the ideal blend of usability and asking price. It’s a dangerous line to tread, and we’ve seen a long list of budget-priced phones falter in recent years, but the Xperia L3 is a solid, dependable cho...

- Nathan Spendelow, Expert Reviews
Notebookcheck
Notebookcheck

With the Xperia L3, Sony delivers a smartphone with a good price-performance ratio. The built-in hardware is adequate for the price range, and the performance is sufficient for all the usual everyday tasks. The dual camera setup can take acceptable snapshots, and the speaker is even suited for occas...

- Mike Wobker, Notebookcheck
TrustedReviews
TrustedReviews

The Sony Xperia L3 fills a hole in the Sony line-up, and does so without much verve or ambition. It offers the basics at an agreeable price. That it also has older software, as well as lower-end hardware, than phones one level up is indicative of the limited attention paid to its particulars.

- Andrew Williams, TrustedReviews
Stuff
Stuff

While there’s nothing truly at odds with this phone, and no lag that’ll make you want to leave it out with the bins, there are better options out there.

- Stuff


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Sony backs up the Xperia L3 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


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Screen Size
5.7"

The Sony Xperia L3's screen size is 5.7 inches with 720 x 1440 pixels resolution.

Processor
2 GHz

There is a MediaTek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm) Octa-core 2 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on the Android 8.0 Oreo operating system (OS).

Camera
13+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 13+ MP, f/2.2 camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 8+ megapixels resolution.

Storage
32 GB

Internal memory is 32 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 512 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
3300mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 3300 mAh battery. Sony's performance ratings are 1488 minutes, 641 minutes Wi-Fi surfing.

Xperia L3 Specs

Overview
Release Date February 25, 2019
Regions Available United Kingdom
Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo

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Processor MediaTek MT6762 Helio P22 (12 nm) Octa-core 2 GHz
Internal Storage 32 GB
RAM 3 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible No
TTY/TDD No
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Head: 0.60 W/kg
Body: 1.33 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Headphones, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling No
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) No
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
Dual SIM No
Connectivity
USB USB Type-C
USB OTG Support Yes
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 512 GB)
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
13+ Megapixels, f/2.2
Zoom
4x digital
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Brightness control, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer, 2nd camera feature (2 MP, F2.4)
Video Recording Formats
MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
Aperture F2.0
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 720 x 1440 pixels
Pixel Density 282 pixels
Size 5.7 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touchscreen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 3300 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging Yes
Video Playback Time Up to 750 minutes
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Up to 641 minutes
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Up to 1488 minutes
Standby Time Up to 30 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Plastic
Colors Silver, Black, Gold
Dimensions [H x W x D] 15.4 x 7.2 x 0.89 cm (6.1 x 2.8 x 0.4 in)
Weight 156 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof No
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor Yes
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Additional Information Other Names (AKA): Sony i3312, i4312, i4332
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