Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc vs Sony Xperia L
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
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Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Even
Faster chip
Even
Bigger battery
Sony Xperia L
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
Lighter body
Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc
Best value for money
Even
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Panel Type | LCD | — |
| Resolution Height | 854 | 854 |
| Resolution Width | 480 | 480 |
| PPI | 233 | 228 |
| Glass Type | Scratch-resistant glass | Scratch-resistant glass |
| Screen-to-body | 61.7 | 60.9 |
Platform
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | 1.0 GHz Scorpion | Dual-core 1.0 GHz Krait |
| GPU | Adreno 205 | Adreno 305 |
| Chipset Name | Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon S2 | Qualcomm MSM8230 Snapdragon 400 |
| Process (nm) | — | 28 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 2.3 | 4.1 |
Memory
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included | microSDHC (dedicated slot) |
| Variants | 0.3125GB 0.5GB RAM | — |
Main Camera
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 720p@30fps | 720p@30fps, HDR |
| Features | LED flash | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP | 8 MP, f/2.4 |
Battery
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 1500 | 1750 |
| Chemistry | — | Li-Ion |
| music play | Up to 31 h | Up to 43 h 12 min |
| stand by | Up to 430 h (2G) / Up to 400 h (3G) | Up to 498 h (2G) / Up to 454 h (3G) |
| talk time | Up to 7 h (2G) / Up to 7 h (3G) | Up to 8 h 30 min (2G) / Up to 9 h (3G) |
Body
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| SIM | Mini-SIM | Mini-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 125 | 128.7 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.7 | 9.7 |
| Weight (g) | 117 | 137 |
| Width (mm) | 63 | 65 |
Launch
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2011, January. Released 2011, March | 2013, March. Released 2013, May |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
Network
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 - C2104, C2105 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 900, 2100 - LT15i | HSDPA 900, 2100 - C2105 |
| Speed | HSPA 7.2/5.76 Mbps | HSPA 21.1/5.76 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA | GSM, HSPA |
Connectivity
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 2.1 | 4 |
| NFC | — | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, A-GPS | GPS |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS | Stereo FM radio, RDS |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 4 | Wi-Fi 4 |
Sound
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc | Sony Xperia L |
|---|---|---|
| browser | HTML, Adobe Flash | — |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, proximity, compass | Accelerometer, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc and Sony Xperia L are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Sony Xperia L packs a 1750 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
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