SONY Xperia Ace II

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5.5" HD+ TFT
MediaTek Helio P35 Octa-Core
4GB RAM + 64GB Storage
13MP + 2MP Rear
8MP Front
4500mAh Battery
IPX5/IPX8 + IP6X
4G LTE + 3G
Bluetooth 5.1 + NFC/FeliCa
USB-C (USB 2.0) + 3.5mm Jack
159g, 8.9mm Thick

5.5" HD+ TFT Display

Approx. 5.5 inches diagonal

HD+ resolution (720 x 1496)

TFT LCD panel type

MediaTek Helio P35

Octa-core CPU (2.3GHz + 1.8GHz)

IMG PowerVR GE8320 GPU

4GB RAM

Dual Rear Camera

13MP F2.0 wide (1/3.0") + 2MP F2.4 depth (1/5.0")

8MP F2.0 front camera

Back illuminated CMOS sensors

4500mAh Battery

17 Wh rated capacity

USB Type-C with USB 2.0 High Speed

USB Power Delivery Revision 3.0

4G LTE & Connectivity

4G LTE Bands 1/3/19 (Japan), 1/3/5/12 (overseas)

3G W-CDMA Bands 1/6/19 (Japan), 1/5 (overseas)

Wi‑Fi 802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz only), Bluetooth 5.1, NFC/FeliCa

64GB Storage + microSD

64GB internal (ROM)

microSDHC up to 32GB / microSDXC up to 1TB

nanoUIM SIM (single SIM)

The Sony Xperia Ace II (model SO-41B) was introduced as an entry-level Android smartphone for the Japanese market, distributed exclusively by NTT Docomo. Official Docomo support documentation confirms the release date and carrier lock‑in, while secondary coverage provides launch timing and price data.

  • Announcement: May 19, 2021, via secondary launch coverage (Notebookcheck, FoneArena).
  • Official release: May 28, 2021, per NTT Docomo support pages (source: docomo.ne.jp).
  • Japan launch price: JP¥22,000 (secondary source consensus).
  • Product family context: Successor to Sony Xperia Ace and predecessor to Xperia Ace III; not to be merged with either model.
  • Availability: Japan‑only via NTT Docomo; no international release confirmed in provided sources.

The device uses a compact, bar‑style form factor with a side‑mounted fingerprint scanner built into the power button. Official Docomo specifications list dimensions and weight, while secondary sources add colour options and glass protection.

  • Dimensions: Approximately 140 mm (H) × 69 mm (W) × 8.9 mm (D).
  • Weight: Approximately 159 g including battery.
  • Materials: The secondary source mentions Gorilla Glass 6 for the display; the main body is plastic.
  • Colours (launch): Black, White, Blue (from secondary coverage).
  • Water & dust resistance: IPX5 / IPX8 water resistance and IP6X dust resistance (official Docomo ratings).

The Xperia Ace II uses a 5.5‑inch TFT LCD panel with HD+ resolution. Official Docomo documentation describes the display as TFT and approximately 5.5 inches, while secondary sources confirm the pixel count.

  • Type: TFT LCD.
  • Size: Approximately 5.5 inches diagonal.
  • Resolution: HD+ (720 × 1496 pixels, 720p class).
  • Protection: Gorilla Glass 6 (reported by Notebookcheck).
  • Notable omission: HDR video playback is not supported per Docomo specifications.

The camera system comprises a dual‑rear setup and a single front camera. Official Docomo specs define sensor sizes and apertures, while secondary sources agree on the megapixel counts. Conflict note: secondary sources sometimes list the rear main as 12 MP, but official Docomo documentation states approximately 13 MP.

  • Rear main camera: Approximately 13 MP (back‑illuminated CMOS, 1/3.0″ sensor), F2.0 aperture, wide‑angle.
  • Rear depth camera: Approximately 2 MP (front‑illuminated CMOS, 1/5.0″ sensor), F2.4 aperture, depth measurement.
  • Front camera: Approximately 8 MP (back‑illuminated CMOS), F2.0 aperture.
  • Video recording: Supported; H.263, H.264, H.265, MPEG‑4, VP8, VP9, and AV1 codecs listed.
  • Flash: Single LED flash (implied by standard practice; not explicitly noted in source).

The Xperia Ace II shipped with Android 11 out of the box. Official Docomo support pages later list Android 12 after a version upgrade, but the launch OS is Android 11. The MediaTek Helio P35 chipset and 4GB RAM define the performance tier.

  • Launch operating system: Android 11 (confirmed by secondary launch coverage and Wikipedia).
  • Update status: Docomo support pages indicate Android 12 is available via a version upgrade; however, the device launched on Android 11.
  • Chipset: MediaTek Helio P35 (octa‑core 2.3 GHz + 1.8 GHz, 12 nm).
  • GPU: IMG PowerVR GE8320.
  • RAM: 4 GB.
  • Internal storage: 64 GB (ROM).
  • External storage: microSD up to 2 GB, microSDHC up to 32 GB, microSDXC up to 1 TB.
  • Software features: Simple menu (kantan home), Sony Xperia Home, call memo, and certain call rejection features are supported per Docomo.

While the Xperia Ace II does not include dedicated AI hardware or software, its feature set centres on practical durability, biometric security, and regional convenience.

  • Water and dust resistance: IPX5 (water jets) and IPX8 (continuous immersion) for water; IP6X for dust ingress.
  • Biometrics: Side‑mounted fingerprint scanner integrated into the power button.
  • NFC/FeliCa: Supported for mobile payments, transit (Osaifu‑Keitai), and reader/writer functions; peer‑to‑peer NFC not supported.
  • Audio: 3.5 mm stereo earphone/microphone jack; FM radio/Wide FM support.
  • Battery: 4500 mAh non‑removable; USB Power Delivery 3.0; no Qi wireless charging.
  • MIL‑STD ruggedness: Not supported per Docomo specification.

Official NTT Docomo documentation details the battery capacity, USB interface, and power delivery capabilities. The device uses a USB Type‑C port with USB 2.0 data speed and supports USB Power Delivery Revision 3.0.

  • Capacity: 4500 mAh (typical), rated at 17 Wh.
  • Battery type: Non‑removable lithium‑ion.
  • Wired charging: USB Type‑C with USB 2.0 High Speed; USB Power Delivery 3.0.
  • Wireless charging: Not supported.
  • USB host mode: Supported (HUB, Mass storage, HID, Audio, MIDI, Ethernet, Android USB Host API).
  • Modes: MTP, PTP, ADB, RNDIS tethering, MIDI, Android Open Accessory 2.0.

The Xperia Ace II supports 4G LTE and 3G networks without 5G. Official Docomo specifications list bands and sensor set. Wi‑Fi is limited to 2.4 GHz (802.11b/g/n). Bluetooth 5.1 and NFC/FeliCa are confirmed.

  • Cellular: 4G LTE Bands 1/3/19 (Japan), 1/3/5/12 (overseas); 3G W‑CDMA Bands 1/6/19 (Japan), 1/5 (overseas); GSM 850/900/1800/1900.
  • Wi‑Fi: 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz only) - no 5 GHz or 802.11ac support.
  • Bluetooth: Version 5.1 (power class 1); profiles including HFP, HSP, A2DP, AVRCP, HID, MAP; codecs SBC, AAC (no aptX or LDAC).
  • NFC/FeliCa: Supported with HCE and reader/writer; no peer‑to‑peer.
  • Location: GPS, A‑GPS, GLONASS.
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, fingerprint, gyro, geomagnetic, light, proximity (per typical Docomo list; exact count from source not exhaustive).
  • SIM: Single nanoUIM, SIM unlock supported.
  • Other: 3.5 mm audio jack, FM radio, Wi‑Fi display output.

The Sony Xperia Ace II SO‑41B is a Japan‑market entry‑level smartphone released by NTT Docomo in May 2021 at a JP¥22,000 launch price. It packs a 4500 mAh battery, IPX5/IPX8 water resistance plus IP6X dust protection, NFC/FeliCa, and a 3.5 mm audio jack into a compact 159 g body. The 5.5‑inch HD+ TFT display and MediaTek Helio P35 processor with 4GB RAM deliver adequate performance for basic tasks and media. Camera capabilities are modest (13MP wide + 2MP depth + 8MP front). While it lacks 5G and 5GHz Wi‑Fi, the device offers strong durability and battery life for its price point, making it a practical choice for the Japanese prepaid or budget segment.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
JP¥22,000
— views Research contribution by specs.global