Xperia M4 Aqua
A waterproof mid-ranger that brought IP rating down to an affordable price.
The Xperia M4 Aqua is a mid-range Sony smartphone released Apr 2015, with a launch price of $300. It pairs the Snapdragon 615 with a 5.0" LCD 60 Hz display, a 13 MP main camera and a 2,400 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 50/100 — Waterproofing for the masses. Standout strengths: ip68 waterproofing at a mid-range price. and two-day battery life for light use. Main trade-off: snapdragon 615 throttled badly.
Waterproofing for the masses.
M4 Aqua brought Sony's IP68 rating to an affordable mid-ranger. The look and battery were strong, but the Snapdragon 615 throttled and the small storage filled fast. A flawed but pioneering "rugged-for-cheap" experiment.
Read the full review- IP68 waterproofing at a mid-range price.
- Two-day battery life for light use.
- Slim 7.3 mm.
- microSD + jack.
Full specifications
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How the Xperia M4 Aqua compares
| Xperia M4 Aqua | iPhone 6s | Xperia XA1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 615 | Apple A9 | MediaTek Helio P20 |
| Display | 5.0" LCD 60 Hz | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" LCD |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 12 MP · f/2.2 | 23 MP · f/2.0 |
| Battery | 2,400 mAh | 1,715 mAh | 2,300 mAh |
| Launch price | $300 | $649 | €279 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xperia M4 Aqua released?
The Xperia M4 Aqua was released in Apr 2015.
How much does the Xperia M4 Aqua cost?
The Xperia M4 Aqua launched at $300 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Xperia M4 Aqua screen size and type?
The Xperia M4 Aqua has a 5.0" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Xperia M4 Aqua use?
The Xperia M4 Aqua is powered by the Snapdragon 615 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xperia M4 Aqua have?
The Xperia M4 Aqua ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xperia M4 Aqua battery capacity?
The Xperia M4 Aqua has a 2,400 mAh battery.
How fast does the Xperia M4 Aqua charge?
The Xperia M4 Aqua supports 5 W wired charging.
What is the Xperia M4 Aqua main camera?
The Xperia M4 Aqua has a 13 MP main camera.
Does the Xperia M4 Aqua have a headphone jack?
The Xperia M4 Aqua has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How long will the Xperia M4 Aqua get software updates?
The Xperia M4 Aqua update policy: Ended Android 6.0.
How much does the Xperia M4 Aqua weigh?
The Xperia M4 Aqua weighs 136 g.
What colours does the Xperia M4 Aqua come in?
The Xperia M4 Aqua is available in 4 colours: Black, White, Coral, Silver.
Is the Xperia M4 Aqua worth buying?
M4 Aqua brought Sony's IP68 rating to an affordable mid-ranger. The look and battery were strong, but the Snapdragon 615 throttled and the small storage filled fast. A flawed but pioneering "rugged-for-cheap" experiment. SpecEagle gives the Xperia M4 Aqua an editorial score of 50/100.
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