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Sony Xperia M
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Sony Xperia M

Released: 2013, June. Released 2013, AugustPrice: About 130 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.1 (Jelly Bean)/ 4.2.2 - C2004/C2005 models, upgradable to 4.3 (Jelly Bean)
CPUDual-core 1.0 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 305
NFCYes
SAR0.84 W/kg (head) 1.30 W/kg (body)
SIMSingle SIM (Micro-SIM) or Dual SIM (Micro-SIM, dual stand-by)
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size4.0 inches, 44.1 cm, 2, (~57.3% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeTFT
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BrandSony
ModelSony Xperia M
PriceAbout 130 EUR
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
SpeedHSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps
VideoN/A
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsBlack, White, Purple, Yellow (single sim model only)
ModelsC1904, C1905, C2004, C2005
SAR EU0.86 W/kg (head)
SingleVGA
StatusDiscontinued
Weight115 g (4.06 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8227
DisplayContrast ratio: 983:1 (nominal) / 1.473:1 (sunlight)
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all versions
3G bandsHSDPA 900 / 2100 - C1905, C2005
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal4GB 1GB RAM
Released2013, June. Released 2013, August
Stand-byUp to 552 h (2G) / Up to 454 h (3G)
Announced2013, June. Released 2013, August
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 10 h 18 min (2G) / Up to 9 h (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions124 x 62 x 9.3 mm (4.88 x 2.44 x 0.37 in)
Music playUp to 39 h 24 min
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Resolution480 x 854 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~245 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA
LoudspeakerVoice 66dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 75dB
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Audio qualityNoise -87.7dB / Crosstalk -88.5dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 54h

Sony Xperia M Overview

About Sony Xperia M Sony Xperia M is a discontinued device from Sony's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2013. Sony Xperia M has a wide variety of great specifications such as 4GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8227 , 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 M 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 M?

The Sony Xperia M 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 M 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 M void warranty?

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

What Android version does Sony Xperia M run?

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