Tech review of Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo

Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo: a technical overview based on VRM24’s recorded device data.

Design and display

Type: Smartphone; Announced: 2011, February; Dimensions: 116 x 57 x 13 mm (4.57 x 2.24 x 0.51 in); Weight: 126 g (4.44 oz); Display: LED-backlit LCD; Size: 3.7 inches; Resolution: 480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio; Protection: Scratch-resistant glass.

Display size and resolution describe the viewing format; brightness, colour accuracy and durability require separate testing.

Platform and memory

OS: Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread); Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2; CPU: Scorpion 1.0 GHz; GPU: Adreno 205; RAM: 512 MB; Storage: 1 GB; Memory card: Micro SD, up to 32 GB (dedicated slot).

The chipset and memory describe the hardware configuration. They do not establish measured speed, gaming performance or current software support.

Cameras

Rear camera: 8 MP; Rear video: 720p, 30fps; Front camera: Yes.

These are the recorded camera specifications. Image quality and stabilisation cannot be judged from resolution alone.

Battery and connections

Battery model: BA700; Battery capacity: Li-Ion 1500 mAh; Charging port: Micro USB 2.0; Headphone jack: Mini jack 3.5 mm; Interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 2.1; Networks: GSM/ 3G; SIM: Single SIM.

Battery capacity is not a measured runtime. Charging speed, battery condition and compatibility of replacement parts need separate verification.

What the specifications tell us

Use this overview to compare the recorded configuration with your needs. It does not provide benchmarks or hands-on performance measurements.