Sony Xperia M
Verdict
Key specs
Critic consensus
“The Sony Xperia M has a lot going for it - attractive design, compact size and good build, and a reasonably powerful chipset for the class. The uninspiring screen and subpar camera will hold it back, but with a dual-SIM option it should still be able to do well in emerging markets where WP8 handsets like the Lumia 520 are on the rise since they beat the low-end Androids in terms of specs.”
“You have to feel a little sorry for Sony. It produces a perfectly solid Android smartphone with a handful of neat features, all for a low price tag, only to see it completely undermined by the Moto G.Even taking such an exceptional competitor out of the reckoning, though, the Xperia M finds itself flanked by high quality low-end rivals like the Nokia Lumia 520 and the Huawei Ascend P6. In such company, the Sony Xperia M simply doesn't provide enough distinctive bangs for your bucks.Unless you're specifically looking for a cheap Android phone that matches the iPhone's dimensions, we can't see why you'd choose the Xperia M over its rivals.”
“If you are looking for a cheap Android phone that can play high end mobile games, offer good battery life and has a decent enough screen for watching films the Xperia M is a good shout.”
“The Sony Xperia M is a phone with good looks, streamlined user interface that we actually like, and a powerful chip for its class. Not a bad combination, is it? It has its downsides - we wish the screen was a bit better, but our biggest complaint right now is price. The handset sells for prices of between $200 and $250 off contract, and that is a bit steeper than we’d like for such a device.”
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In Depth
The Sony Xperia M is an entry level handset that features a 4-inch, 854 x 480 resolution display, a 1GHz dualÂ-core Snapdragon processor, 1GB of RAM and 4GB of internal storage –  expandable up to 32GB. It’s bundled with Android Jellybean 4.1 operating system and has Sony’s custom user interface overlaid.
One differentiator from other phones in its class is the Adrenos 305 GPU processor, which aids in its ability to render graphics. “Owing to the midrange Adreno 305 GPU, demanding games are no problem for the Xperia M,” says Notebookcheck.
Rounding out the primary feature set, the phone has a 5 megapixel rearÂ-facing camera and a 0.3 frontÂ-facing camera. The camera has an HDR mode, which “works quite well and is particularly useful for objects with varying light exposures,” according to Notebookcheck. “The camera is quite useful for the occasional snapshot in good light in practical use, but it cannot replace a compact camera”. The removable battery is rated at around 9-Â10 hours of talk time.
The front of the phone has no physical buttons, which means the small, 4Â inch display loses some real estate due to the virtual buttons that Sony uses instead. However, the small screen helps make the most of the 480 x 854 pixel resolution. According to Trusted Reviews, the 245 ppi pixel density means “it’s never going to give you Retina Âlike clarity, but for reading web pages, text is nice and clear.”
Overall, reviewers give the Xperia M average overall marks as an entry level device. Phonearena sums up by saying that its “a phone with good looks, streamlined user interface that we actually like, and a powerful chip for its class.”
What people actually want to know
When was the Sony Xperia M released?
The Sony Xperia M was released on September 30, 2013.
How long does the battery last on the Sony Xperia M?
The Sony Xperia M has a 1,750 mAh battery.
Does the Sony Xperia M have a headphone jack?
Yes, the Sony Xperia M has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Sony Xperia M have NFC?
Yes, the Sony Xperia M has NFC. You can use Google Wallet, Apple Pay, and tap-to-pair with Bluetooth accessories.
Where can I get support for the Sony Xperia M?
Visit Sony's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.
Where can I download the Sony Xperia M manual?
You can view and download the Sony Xperia M manual on our dedicated manual page.
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