Not everything is high-end devices and an example of this is that the Sony Xperia E3, a model aimed at the less demanding range, is now official and can be seen at the fair IFA which is held in Berlin. This is a model that has a 4,5 inch with a resolution of 854 x 480.
Regarding the specifications of this model, which has already been I had commented that it would take little time to be official, in the essential section to know the possible performance that the device will have, it must be said that the processor that has been included is a 400 a 1,2 GHz Snapdragon quad-core and the amount of RAM reaches 1 GB. That is to say, it looks very similar to the Motorola Moto G (but with a lower quality panel) and integrates Adreno GPU 305 for graphics.
A detail that should be valued is that in relation to internal storage the Sony Xperia E3 includes only 4 GB, which is surely due to a cost reduction to offer the most competitive price possible. However, it does include a slot for microSD cards (up to 32 GB) and the accessible space is around 1,7 GB for the user.
Finally, it has also been indicated that the Sony Xperia E3 comes with a 5 megapixel rear camera with flash and the usual applications that are included in the phones from the Japanese manufacturer. You can record 1080p video, admits HDR and has a front camera VGA. A detail worth considering is that the terminal offers free access to Sony Music Unlimited for a period of 30 days as a promotion.
A model that doesn't aim to be the best on the market, as its hardware isn't up to the task. However, it certainly offers adequate performance and connectivity. LTE and NFC, so it can become a very interesting option for users who are not very demanding. Its arrival on the market will take place this autumn.
Screen, design and durability
The panel is IPS 4,5-inch with FWVGA (854 x 480) and supports 16 million colors. The surface offers scratch resistanceThe body is compact and robust: 137,1 x 69,4 x 8,5 mm y 144 gr, with aesthetics inherited from the Xperia line and without water protection. Available colors: white, black, yellow/lime and copper.
Performance and battery
With the Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 (Cortex-A7 at 1,2 GHz) and 1 GB of RAM, the performance is adequate for everyday tasks. Benchmark tests place the device at around 18 thousand points in AnTuTu, according to its segment. The 2.330 mAh battery achieves up to two days of moderate use; the STAMINA mode and the savings in low battery help to further extend the autonomy.
Connectivity and variants
- 4G LTE Cat.4 (up to 150/50 Mbps), in addition to 3G HSPA +, EDGE / GPRS.
- NFC, Bluetooth 4.0 LE with A2DP, Wi‑Fi b/g/n with Wi‑Fi Direct and hotspot, aGPS/GLONASS y FM radio with RDS.
- MicroUSB 2.0 with OTGconnector jack 3,5 mm and support ANT +. Sensors: accelerometer, proximity, light and compass.
- Models: D2202 (3G) D2203/D2206/D2243 (LTE) and D2212 (dual SIM). In some markets there is a variant with digital TV.
Sony software and extras
Arrives with 4.4 Android KitKat and the interface xperia UI. Includes proprietary apps such as Album, Movies, WALKMAN y TrackID, in addition to camera functions such as Timeshift burst, AR Effect and Panoramic Sweep. Unofficially, and using Sony development tools, it can be run Android Lollipop/Marshmallow on compatible images. The device received a Red Dot Award product design, recognition of its finish within its category.
If you are looking for a compact phone with 4G, NFC and a very capable battery, the Xperia E3 remains a balanced entry-level model, with variants for different regions and a software layer that adds value without making the whole package more expensive.
