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Sony Xperia GX SO-04D
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Sony Xperia GX SO-04D

Released: 2012, May. Released 2012, AugustPrice: About 290 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
CPUDual-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 225
SIMMicro-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
EDGEUp to 237 kbps
GPRSUp to 86 kbps
Size4.6 inches, 58.3 cm, 2, (~64.5% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeLED-backlit LCD,
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
BrandSony
ModelSony Xperia GX SO-04D
PriceAbout 290 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 14.4/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat2 50/25 Mbps
Video720p@30fps
ColorsBlack, White
SAR EU1.10 W/kg (head)
Single1.3 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight127 g (4.48 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA
4G bands1
FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Internal16GB 1GB RAM
Released2012, May. Released 2012, August
Stand-byUp to 300 h (2G) / Up to 380 h (3G)
Announced2012, May. Released 2012, August
Bluetooth3.1, A2DP
Card slotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Talk timeUp to 6 h 40 min (2G) / Up to 6 h 40 min (3G)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions131 x 69 x 8.6 mm (5.16 x 2.72 x 0.34 in)
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~319 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, A-GPS

Sony Xperia GX SO-04D Overview

About Sony Xperia GX SO-04D Sony Xperia GX SO-04D is a discontinued device from Sony's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2012. Sony Xperia GX SO-04D has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8960 Snapdragon S4 Plus , 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 GX SO-04D 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 GX SO-04D?

The Sony Xperia GX SO-04D 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 GX SO-04D 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 GX SO-04D void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Sony Xperia GX SO-04D will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Sony Xperia GX SO-04D run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Sony Xperia GX SO-04D.