Sony Ericsson W8
The Sony Ericsson W8 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1, built for basic everyday tasks (2011).
2011 · Entry-level · Android 2.1 (Eclair)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓168GB of RAM — plenty for heavy multitasking and keeping many apps open
✓Lightweight at 104g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,200 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1 for simple tasks only
✗Lower-resolution 192 PPI screen — visible pixels on close inspection
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMedia consumption
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM7227 Snapdragon S1
Entry-level — basic tasks only
RAM
168MB
Heavy multitasking without slowdowns
💻 Display
Sharpness
192 ppi
Pixels visible at normal viewing distance
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
1,200 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Removable Li-Po 1200 mAh battery
Weight
104g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
99 x 54 x 15 mm (3.90 x 2.13 x 0.59 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
