Xperia L3
Budget Xperia with dual-cam and Helio P22.
The Xperia L3 is a budget Sony smartphone released Feb 2019, with a launch price of $229. It pairs the MediaTek Helio P22 with a 5.7" HD+ IPS display, a 13 MP + 2 MP depth main camera and a 3300 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 50/100 — Sony's budget hold-out. Standout strengths: big 3300 mah battery for its size and microsd + 3.5 mm jack. Main trade-off: 720p display in 2019.
Sony's budget hold-out.
The L3 was a stop-gap to keep Xperia on shelves at $229. Slow silicon and a low-res screen kept reviewers cold, but the build and battery satisfied first-phone buyers.
Read the full review- Big 3300 mAh battery for its size
- microSD + 3.5 mm jack
- Decent build for $229
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Xperia L3 compares
| Xperia L3 | iPhone 6s | Xperia XA1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P22 | Apple A9 | MediaTek Helio P20 |
| Display | 5.7" HD+ IPS | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" LCD |
| Main camera | 13 MP + 2 MP depth | 12 MP · f/2.2 | 23 MP · f/2.0 |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 1,715 mAh | 2,300 mAh |
| Launch price | $229 | $649 | €279 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xperia L3 released?
The Xperia L3 was released in Feb 2019.
How much does the Xperia L3 cost?
The Xperia L3 launched at $229 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Xperia L3 screen size and type?
The Xperia L3 has a 5.7" HD+ IPS display.
What chipset does the Xperia L3 use?
The Xperia L3 is powered by the MediaTek Helio P22 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xperia L3 have?
The Xperia L3 ships with 3 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xperia L3 battery capacity?
The Xperia L3 has a 3300 mAh battery.
What is the Xperia L3 main camera?
The Xperia L3 has a 13 MP + 2 MP depth main camera.
Does the Xperia L3 have a headphone jack?
The Xperia L3 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Xperia L3 weigh?
The Xperia L3 weighs 156 g.
What colours does the Xperia L3 come in?
The Xperia L3 is available in 3 colours: Black, Silver, Gold.
Is the Xperia L3 worth buying?
The L3 was a stop-gap to keep Xperia on shelves at $229. Slow silicon and a low-res screen kept reviewers cold, but the build and battery satisfied first-phone buyers. SpecEagle gives the Xperia L3 an editorial score of 50/100.
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