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Sony Xperia M5#4252

Released: 2015

Sony Xperia M5

Overall Score

35.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4252)35.1
Performance(#4536)57.3
Camera(#1711)53.0
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#5296)22.4
Build(#3955)14.9
Connectivity(#3242)55.9
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia M5 features a sleek design with dimensions of 145 x 72 x 7.6 mm and a weight of 142.5g, making it comfortable to hold.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, resulting in a sharp pixel density of approximately 441 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6795 Helio X10 chipset, with an octa-core 2.0 GHz CPU and 3GB of RAM, providing smooth multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera boasts 21.2 MP with PDAF, capable of capturing 4K video at 30fps, while the 13 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2600 mAh, supporting standard charging without wireless options.
  • The device runs on Android 5.0.1, upgradable to 6.0.1, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, and microUSB 2.0, ensuring versatile usage.
  • The phone is available in Black, White, and Gold colors, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
  • While lacking water resistance, the build quality remains solid.
  • Overall, the Xperia M5 combines decent specifications with a stylish design.

Specifications

General

Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia M5 E5603, E5606, E5653

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6795 Helio X10 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUPowerVR G6200
Memory16GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera21.2 MP, f/2.2, PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera13 MP, f/2.0, AF
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2600 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2600 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions145 x 72 x 7.6 mm (5.71 x 2.83 x 0.30 in)
Weight142.5 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Gold
Foldable✗
SAR0.32 W/kg (head)     1.39 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, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 5.0.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass