Sony Xperia SL
The Sony Xperia SL is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3, built for basic everyday tasks (2012).
2012 · Entry-level · Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Budget), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size4.3" · 128 x 64 x 10.6 mm (5.04 x 2.52 x 0.42 in)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
RAM1GB
Storage32GB
Main Camera12 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ Pros
✓Lightweight at 144g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 1,750 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3 for simple tasks only
✗Only 1GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗12 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2012, August. Released 2012, September
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8260 Snapdragon S3
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Dual-core 1.7 GHz Scorpion
OS
Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean)
RAM
1GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
342 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
LED-backlit LCD,
Standard LCD display
📷 Camera
Main Camera
12 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
1,750 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Non-removable Li-Ion 1750 mAh battery
📱 Design & Build
Weight
144g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
128 x 64 x 10.6 mm (5.04 x 2.52 x 0.42 in)
Colors
Black, White, Silver, Pink
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
📶 Network
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Sony Xperia SL does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA.
Yes, the Sony Xperia SL has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the Sony Xperia SL does not support a memory card.
The Sony Xperia SL SIM configuration: Micro-SIM.
Yes, the Sony Xperia SL has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Sony Xperia SL ships with Android 4.0.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean).
The Sony Xperia SL uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
The Sony Xperia SL supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot.
The Sony Xperia SL has 3.0, A2DP, EDR.
