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Sony Xperia E3
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Sony Xperia E3

Released: 2014, September. Released 2014, SeptemberPrice: About 170 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to Android 4.4.4 (KitKat)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
NFCYes
SAR0.79 W/kg (head) 1.32 W/kg (body)
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size4.5 inches, 55.8 cm, 2, (~58.6% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
BrandSony
ModelSony Xperia E3
PriceAbout 170 EUR
RadioFM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsBlack, White, Yellow, Copper
ModelsD2203, D2206, D2243, D2202
SAR EU0.41 W/kg (head) 1.10 W/kg (body)
SingleVGA
StatusDiscontinued
Weight143.8 g (5.08 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8926-2 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - D2203, D2206, D2243, D2202
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 - D2203
4G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - D2203
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal4GB 1GB RAM
Released2014, September. Released 2014, September
Stand-byUp to 706 h (2G) / Up to 661 h (3G)
Announced2014, September. Released 2014, September
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 12 h 20 min (2G) / Up to 8 h 41 min (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions137.1 x 69.4 x 8.5 mm (5.40 x 2.73 x 0.33 in)
Music playUp to 49 h
ProtectionShatter proof glass
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~218 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PerformanceBasemark X: 1577
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Battery (old)Endurance rating 75h

Sony Xperia E3 Overview

About Sony Xperia E3 Sony Xperia E3 is a discontinued device from Sony's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2014. Sony Xperia E3 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8926-2 Snapdragon 400 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Sony Xperia E3 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Sony Xperia E3?

The Sony Xperia E3 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Sony Xperia E3 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Sony devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Sony Xperia E3 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Sony Xperia E3 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Sony Xperia E3 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Sony Xperia E3.