Xperia L1
Entry-level Xperia with the classic OmniBalance design.
The Xperia L1 is a budget Sony smartphone released May 2017, with a launch price of $200. It pairs the MediaTek MT6737T with a 5.5" HD IPS display, a 13 MP, f/2.2 main camera and a 2620 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 48/100 — Xperia styling on a budget. Standout strengths: classic sony omnibalance design at $200 and 5 mp wide selfie cam. Main trade-off: mt6737t very slow.
Xperia styling on a budget.
Xperia L1 brought Sony's signature flat-edge OmniBalance design to the entry tier at $200. The weak MediaTek chip limited it to basic use, but it let budget buyers own a phone that looked unmistakably Sony.
Read the full review- Classic Sony OmniBalance design at $200
- 5 MP wide selfie cam
- microSD + 3.5 mm jack
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Xperia L1 compares
| Xperia L1 | Galaxy S6 | Xperia XA1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 48 | 48 | 50 |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6737T | Exynos 7420 | MediaTek Helio P20 |
| Display | 5.5" HD IPS | 5.1" QHD AMOLED | 5.0" LCD |
| Main camera | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP · f/1.9 | 23 MP · f/2.0 |
| Battery | 2620 mAh | 2,550 mAh | 2,300 mAh |
| Launch price | $200 | $650 | €279 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xperia L1 released?
The Xperia L1 was released in May 2017.
How much does the Xperia L1 cost?
The Xperia L1 launched at $200 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Xperia L1 screen size and type?
The Xperia L1 has a 5.5" HD IPS display.
What chipset does the Xperia L1 use?
The Xperia L1 is powered by the MediaTek MT6737T chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xperia L1 have?
The Xperia L1 ships with 2 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xperia L1 battery capacity?
The Xperia L1 has a 2620 mAh battery.
What is the Xperia L1 main camera?
The Xperia L1 has a 13 MP, f/2.2 main camera.
Does the Xperia L1 have a headphone jack?
The Xperia L1 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Xperia L1 weigh?
The Xperia L1 weighs 180 g.
What colours does the Xperia L1 come in?
The Xperia L1 is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Pink.
Is the Xperia L1 worth buying?
Xperia L1 brought Sony's signature flat-edge OmniBalance design to the entry tier at $200. The weak MediaTek chip limited it to basic use, but it let budget buyers own a phone that looked unmistakably Sony. SpecEagle gives the Xperia L1 an editorial score of 48/100.
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