The Sony Xperia Ace 3 is Sony's most affordable 5G smartphone to date, launched alongside the flagship Xperia 1 IV and the mid-range Xperia 10 IV. Priced at JPY 34,408 (approximately Rs 20,500), this entry-level handset brings 5G connectivity and a capable chipset to budget-conscious buyers in Japan.
Sony Xperia Ace 3 Specifications and Features
The Sony Xperia Ace 3 sports a compact 5.5-inch HD+ display with a resolution of 720 x 1496 pixels and a waterdrop-style notch for the selfie camera. Sony has protected the screen with Gorilla Glass Victus, a premium addition for a phone at this price point. The handset measures 140 x 69 x 8.9 mm and weighs 162 grams, making it easy to use one-handed.
Under the hood, a Snapdragon 480 5G processor handles everyday tasks and ensures 5G-ready performance. The phone ships with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of internal storage, which can be expanded via a microSD card slot. It runs Android 12 out of the box.
Camera
On the rear, the Xperia Ace 3 carries a 13-megapixel primary camera with LED flash. For selfies and video calls, a 5-megapixel front camera is housed inside the waterdrop notch.
Battery and Connectivity
A 4,500 mAh battery keeps the phone running through the day. Sony has included both USB-PD charging and rapid charging technology so top-ups are reasonably quick. On the connectivity side, the Xperia Ace 3 covers 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, NFC, and a USB-C port. A side-mounted fingerprint scanner provides biometric security.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | 5.5-inch HD+ (720 x 1496 px), Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Processor | Snapdragon 480 5G |
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Storage | 64 GB + microSD |
| Rear Camera | 13 MP with LED flash |
| Front Camera | 5 MP |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh, USB-PD + rapid charging |
| OS | Android 12 |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, USB-C |
| Dimensions | 140 x 69 x 8.9 mm, 162 g |
Sony Xperia Ace 3 Price, Availability and Colours
Pre-orders for the Sony Xperia Ace 3 opened in Japan, with a general sale expected in June. The launch price is JPY 34,408 (around Rs 20,500). The phone is available in four colour options: Black, Grey, Blue, and Orange. It is the successor to the Xperia Ace II, which was a 4G-only handset released the previous year.
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