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Sony·Flagship · Released Sep 2012

Sony Xperia T

The "James Bond phone" from Skyfall, with a 13 MP Exmor R camera.

44/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$560
Color · Black
Display
4.6" LCD
Chipset
Snapdragon S4
Memory
1 GB · 16 GB
Main cam
13 MP Exmor R
Battery
1,850 mAh
Weight
139 g
Quick answer

The Sony Xperia T is a flagship Sony smartphone released Sep 2012, with a launch price of $560. It pairs the Snapdragon S4 with a 4.6" LCD display, a 13 MP Exmor R main camera and a 1,850 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 44/100 — The James Bond phone. Standout strengths: 13 mp exmor r camera was strong for 2012. and famous skyfall product placement. Main trade-off: small 1,850 mah battery.

AI Snapshot

The James Bond phone.

The Xperia T earned fame as the phone James Bond used in Skyfall — a high-profile placement for Sony's 2012 flagship. Behind the marketing was a solid device with a strong 13 MP Exmor R camera and an ergonomic curved back, if hampered by a small battery.

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Subscores · 0–100
Display60
Camera60
Performance56
Battery50
Build60
Value54
  • 13 MP Exmor R camera was strong for 2012.
  • Famous Skyfall product placement.
  • Curved "arc" ergonomic back.
  • microSD + jack.

Full specifications

Type
TFT LCD (Mobile BRAVIA)
Size
4.6 inches
Resolution
1,280 × 720 px (HD)
Main
13 MP, Exmor R, f/2.4, LED
Video
1080p
Front
1.3 MP

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v3
Δ class avg -99.5%
This
8,000
Class avg
1,620,000

How the Sony Xperia T compares

Sony Xperia TGalaxy Note 4Xperia Z5
SpecEagle score444444
ChipsetSnapdragon S4Snapdragon 805Snapdragon 810
Display4.6" LCD5.7" QHD AMOLED5.2" FHD LCD
Main camera13 MP Exmor R16 MP · f/2.223 MP · f/2.0
Battery1,850 mAh3,220 mAh2,900 mAh
Launch price$560$750$650

Frequently asked questions

When was the Sony Xperia T released?

The Sony Xperia T was released in Sep 2012.

How much does the Sony Xperia T cost?

The Sony Xperia T launched at $560 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).

What is the Sony Xperia T screen size and type?

The Sony Xperia T has a 4.6" LCD display.

What chipset does the Sony Xperia T use?

The Sony Xperia T is powered by the Snapdragon S4 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Sony Xperia T have?

The Sony Xperia T ships with 1 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Sony Xperia T battery capacity?

The Sony Xperia T has a 1,850 mAh battery.

What is the Sony Xperia T main camera?

The Sony Xperia T has a 13 MP Exmor R main camera.

Does the Sony Xperia T have a headphone jack?

The Sony Xperia T has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.

How long will the Sony Xperia T get software updates?

The Sony Xperia T update policy: To Android 4.3.

How much does the Sony Xperia T weigh?

The Sony Xperia T weighs 139 g.

What colours does the Sony Xperia T come in?

The Sony Xperia T is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Silver.

Is the Sony Xperia T worth buying?

The Xperia T earned fame as the phone James Bond used in Skyfall — a high-profile placement for Sony's 2012 flagship. Behind the marketing was a solid device with a strong 13 MP Exmor R camera and an ergonomic curved back, if hampered by a small battery. SpecEagle gives the Sony Xperia T an editorial score of 44/100.

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