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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony XPERIA arc S |
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Product Type | Smartphone | |
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Form Factor | Touch | |
Height | 125 mm | Worse than 58 % of phones rated. |
Width | 63 mm | Worse than 59 % of phones rated. |
Depth | 9 mm | Better than 63 % of phones rated. |
Weight | 117 g | Better than 70 % of phones rated. |
Body Colour | Midnight blue | Pure white | |
Waterproof (Water-resistant) | - | |
SAR Value | 0.66 W/kg | |
Integrated Components | FM radio | |
Connector Type |
Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm HDMI Micro-USB - 5 pin Micro-USB Type B |
The Sony XPERIA arc S has dimensions 125 mm × 63 mm × 9 mm. Its weight is 117 g.
Show moreDISPLAY Sony XPERIA arc S |
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Display Type | LCD display | |
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Display Technology | TFT | |
Screen Size (Display Size) | 4.2" | Worse than 64 % 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 4.2" inches. Phones with smaller displays have the advantage of being easier to use with one hand. However, compared to phones with large screens, they provide a lower user experience. Nevertheless, if you don't plan to watch movies or play games on your phone regularly and just expect basic functionality, 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 XPERIA arc S 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.
PROCESSOR Sony XPERIA arc S |
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Processor Type (CPU) | Qualcomm | |
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Processor Number | MSM8255 | |
Clock Speed | 1.4 GHz | Worse than 52 % of phones rated. |
Graphics System (GPU) | Qualcomm ADRENO 205 |
Sony XPERIA arc S is supplied with Qualcomm. Another important parameter is the processor frequency, which indicates how many instructions the phone can process in one second. Similar to refresh rate, the higher the number, the faster the phone responds. Processor frequency of phone Sony XPERIA arc S is 1.4 GHz. As standard today, you'll find this value between 1.8 GHz and 2.8 GHz.
The processor also includes the graphics accelerator Qualcomm ADRENO 205.
MEMORY Sony XPERIA arc S |
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RAM | 512 MB | Worse than 78 % of phones rated. |
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Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) | - | |
User Memory | 320 MB | |
Supported Flash Memory Cards (Expandable Memory) | microSDHC - up to 32 GB |
For this model it is possible to increase the storage size by inserting a memory card.
Size of the RAM memory tells us how powerful the phone is. Sony XPERIA arc S is equipped with 512 MB. Commonly today you will find phones with 6 to 8 GB of RAM. This means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications or games. Higher RAM of 12 GB can be found in best phones on market and are ideal especially for avid gamers. On the other hand, operating memory below 4 GB is more of an issue with lower-end phones and older models. However, even they will find their fans among less demanding users, who don´t want to spend much on buying new phone.
CAMERA Sony XPERIA arc S |
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MAIN CAMERA |
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Number of Main Cameras | 1 | |
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Sensor Resolution | 8.1 Megapixel | Better than 52 % of phones rated. |
Lens Aperture | F/2.4 | Worse than 89 % of phones rated. |
Focus Adjustment | Automatic | |
Digital Zoom | 16x | Better than 95 % of phones rated. |
Self-Timer Delay | Yes | |
Camera Modes | Landscape/portrait mode, 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 |
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Number of Front Cameras | 0 |
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The rear camera of the Sony XPERIA arc S 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 main lens is 8.1 Megapixel. Nonetheless, resolution alone does not necessarily mean a good photo. Therefore, you should look at other parameters such as lens aperture or pixel size. Another important factor is the aperture, which in this case is F/2.4 and determines how much light passes through the sensor. Best phones have an aperture of up to F/1.5. But the most common lenses today are F/1.8 to F/2.2. In this case, the lower the number after the slash, the higher 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. Many people will also benefit from the facial recognition feature. In translation it means the camera can recognise face of person in the frame and automatically focus on it.
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony XPERIA arc S |
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Battery Capacity (Battery Size) | 1500 mAh | Worse than 62 % of phones rated. |
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Standby Time | 460 hours | Better than 71 % of phones rated. |
Talk Time | 455 minutes | Worse than 58 % of phones rated. |
Run Time Details |
Talk (GSM): up to 445 min Standby (GSM): up to 460 hrs Talk (WCDMA): up to 455 min Standby (WCDMA): up to 460 hrs Playback (Music): up to 37 hrs Playback (video): up to 6.4 hrs |
The battery size of Sony XPERIA arc S 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.
The standby time for this phone is 460 hours and tells us how long the phone lasts on a single charge when you're not actively using it. The phone Sony XPERIA arc S will last one charge with constant phone calls 455 minutes.
CELLULAR Sony XPERIA arc S |
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Technology | WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM | |
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Mobile Broadband Generation | 3G | Worse than 64 % of phones rated. |
Operating System | Google Android 2.3 | |
Navigation | A-GPS, GLONASS |
Standard 4G connectivity is currently being replaced by 5G, but is still the preserve of the latest phones. Sony XPERIA arc S supports 3G. 3G connectivity is now only found in the oldest phones. The operating system in the case of this model is Google Android 2.3.
Show moreCOMMUNICATIONS Sony XPERIA arc S |
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Data Transmission | GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA | |
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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, VoIP client, Internet browser | |
Messaging Services | Google Talk, SMS, MMS |
Bluetooth 2.1 EDR must not be missing from the basic package. It makes it easy to connect wireless headphones to your phone, connect your phone to your TV, tablet, speaker and more.
Show moreMEDIA Sony XPERIA arc S |
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Supported Digital Audio Standards | WAV, AAC, MPEG 1 Audio, MPEG 2 Audio, MPEG 2.5 Audio, Ogg Vorbis, AMR, MP3, AAC-LC, AAC +, eAAC+, MIDI, M4A | |
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Supported Digital Video Standards | MPEG-4, 3GP, H.264, H.263 |
FEATURES Sony XPERIA arc S |
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Phone Functions | Speakerphone, call timer, conference call, vibrating alert | |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, magnetometer | |
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, multitasking, intelligent typing (SWYPE) |
OTHERS Sony XPERIA arc S |
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Included Accessories | Headset, screen protection film, USB cable, power adapter, HDMI cable | |
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Memory card | microSDHC - 8 GB | |
Compliant Standards | HAC (Hearing Aid Compatible) | |
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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