Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro Specifications, Tests and Review

Display
3.7", 480 x 854
Main Camera
8.1 Megapixel
Operating System
Google Android 2.3
RAM
512 MB
Processor
Qualcomm
Battery
1500 mAh

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
Product Type Smartphone
Form Factor Slider - touch screen, full keyboard
Height 120 mm Worse than 62 % of phones rated.
Width 57 mm Worse than 69 % of phones rated.
Depth 14 mm Worse than 69 % of phones rated.
Weight 142 g Better than 52 % of phones rated.
Body Colour Black
Waterproof (Water-resistant) -
Integrated Components FM radio
Connector Type Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm
HDMI
Micro-USB - 5 pin Micro-USB Type B

The Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro has a height of 120 mm, a width of 57 mm and a thickness of 14 mm. The weight of the phone is 142 g.

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DISPLAY Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
Display Type LCD display
Display Technology TFT
Screen Size (Display Size) 3.7" Worse than 70 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 480 x 854 pixels Worse than 53 % of phones rated.
Colour Depth 16.7 million colours Better than 98 % of phones rated.
Display Features Wallpaper, scratch resistant glass
Display Protection (Screen Protector) Scratch-resistant glass

The screen size reaches 3.7" inches. Phones with smaller displays are easier to use with one hand. The experience is less pleasant compared to phones with large displays. However, if you're buying a phone for basic use and don't want, for example, a good gaming experience or a large screen for watching movies, this size should be good enough for you. The disadvantage of LCD displays is the relatively lower color contrast displayed, as the technology cannot display absolute black well. Also due to the higher power consumption, LCD displays are no longer as common in phones. Even so, some manufacturers still equip their phones with LCD technology. However, modern smartphones are already using OLED technology. The advantage of LCD phones is that they tend to be cheaper to build than OLED technology.

Display Resolution of Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro is 480 x 854 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px.

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PROCESSOR Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
Processor Type (CPU) Qualcomm
Processor Number MSM8255
Clock Speed 1 GHz Worse than 80 % of phones rated.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro is equipped with Qualcomm. The processor frequency indicates how many instructions phone can process in 1 second. The higher the frequency, the better the performance. Standard processor frequency range today is between 1.8 GHz and 2.8 GHz. Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro reaches the frequency of 1 GHz.

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MEMORY Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
RAM 512 MB Worse than 78 % of phones rated.
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) -
User Memory 320 MB
Supported Flash Memory Cards (Expandable Memory) microSDHC - up to 32 GB



An additional option to increase the storage capacity of this model is to insert a memory card.

RAM memory of the Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro is 512 MB. Most powerful phones currently have an operating memory of 12 GB or more, which is especially useful for demanding users such as gaming enthusiasts. Normally, phones nowadays have 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications. Operating memory of less than 4 GB is found in lower-end phones or older models, and they are suitable for low-end users who don't use demanding applications and have the phone more for basic use.

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CAMERA Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution 8.1 Megapixel Better than 52 % of phones rated.
Lens Aperture F/2.65 Worse than 96 % of phones rated.
Focus Adjustment Automatic
Digital Zoom 16x Better than 95 % of phones rated.
Self-Timer Delay Yes
Camera Modes Red-Eye Reduction
Face Recognition (Face ID) Face detection, smile shutter Better than 79 % of phones rated.
Light Source LED light
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 (720p)
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 0

The rear camera of the Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. The resolution of the main lens is 8.1 Megapixel. Higher resolution does not necessarily mean super high quality photos. Furthermore, it depends on the pixel size but also on other important factors. The aperture of main lens reaches F/2.65 value. The best phones have a lens with an aperture of up to F/1.5, where more light can pass through sensor and photos will be of a high quality even in low light conditions. However, lenses with apertures around F/1.8 to F/2.2 are the most common. The lower the number after the slash, the better the photo quality.

Digital zoom in this case offers zooming up to 16x. Of course, the higher the lens value, the more distant object can be zoomed in. Nonetheless, the disadvantage of digital zoom is that the quality and sharpness of photo deteriorates when using it. Some users will also appreciate facial recognition feature, which allows camera to recognise the face of person in frame and automatically focus on it.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) 1500 mAh Worse than 62 % of phones rated.
Standby Time 430 hours Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Talk Time 420 minutes Worse than 60 % of phones rated.
Run Time Details Talk (GSM): up to 415 min
Talk (WCDMA): up to 420 min
Standby (GSM): up to 430 hrs
Standby (WCDMA): up to 400 hrs
Playback (Music): up to 31 hrs
Playback (video): up to 7.4 hrs

The battery size of Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro is 1500 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day.

Standby time is 430 hours and it expresses the maximum time your phone can last on a single charge when you are not actively using it. Talk time, or we can say battery life when making calls, then indicates amount of time your phone will last from a full charge if you are constantly on a call. Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro is provided with a talk time about 420 minutes.

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CELLULAR Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 3G Worse than 64 % of phones rated.
Operating System Google Android 2.3
Navigation A-GPS, GLONASS

Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro supports 3G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is Google Android 2.3.

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COMMUNICATIONS Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
Data Transmission GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
Bluetooth Profiles HFP, HSP, OPP, A2DP, AVRCP, PBAP
WLAN Security WEP, WPA, WPA2, TKIP, AES
Communication Features Mobile Email client, Internet browser
Messaging Services Google Talk, SMS, MMS

Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 2.1 EDR, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches.

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MEDIA Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
Supported Digital Audio Standards WAV, AAC, MPEG 1 Audio, MPEG 2 Audio, MPEG 2.5 Audio, Ogg Vorbis, AMR, MP3, AAC-LC, LPCM, AAC +, eAAC+, MIDI, M4A
Supported Digital Video Standards MPEG-4, 3GP, H.264, H.263
FEATURES Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
Phone Functions Speakerphone, call timer, conference call, flight mode, vibrating alert
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor
Ring Tone Formats MP3, AAC
Polyphonic Ringer Yes
Personal Information Management Calendar, synchronization with PC, calculator, reminder, alarm clock
Additional Phone Features Radio Data Service (RDS), DLNA Certified, Screen capture
OTHERS Sony Ericsson XPERIA pro
Included Accessories Power adapter
Compatible with Windows 7 "Compatible with Windows 7" software and devices carry Microsoft’s assurance that these products have passed tests for compatibility and reliability with 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7.

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