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Sony Xperia C5 Ultra#3651

Released: 2015

Sony Xperia C5 Ultra

Overall Score

39.4

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3651)39.4
Performance(#4734)56.0
Camera(#2026)44.9
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#5048)23.4
Build(#483)84.9
Connectivity(#3276)55.7
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia C5 Ultra

Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia C5 Ultra features a sleek design with dimensions of 164.2 x 79.6 x 8.2 mm and a weight of 187 grams, utilizing a glass front and plastic back.
  • Its 6.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 367 ppi.
  • Performance is powered by a Mediatek MT6752 chipset with an octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU and 2GB of RAM, which supports decent multitasking.
  • The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture and a 13 MP front camera, both capable of 1080p video recording.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2930 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
  • The device runs on Android 5.0 Lollipop, upgradeable to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, offering a user-friendly experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
  • The phone is available in Black, White, and Mint colors, adding to its aesthetic appeal.
  • Notably, it does not feature water resistance or stereo speakers.
  • Overall, the Xperia C5 Ultra combines a large display with solid performance and camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia C5 E5553, E5506

Display

Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionScratch-resistant

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6752 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUMali-T760MP2
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera13 MP, f/2.2, 22mm (wide), AF
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2930 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2930 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions164.2 x 79.6 x 8.2 mm (6.46 x 3.13 x 0.32 in)
Weight187 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, White, Mint
Foldable
SAR0.66 W/kg (head)     0.44 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, aptX
NFC
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass