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Sony Xperia R1 (Plus)#3977

Released: 2017

Sony Xperia R1 (Plus)

Overall Score

57.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3977)57.3
Performance(#4332)60.3
Camera(#4000)42.4
Display(#4100)70.5
Battery(#6393)43.5
Build(#277)79.8

Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia R1 (Plus)

Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia R1 (Plus) features a plastic build with a glass front, measuring 146 x 73.2 x 8.9 mm and weighing 154 grams.
  • Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 282 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
  • Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 chipset with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 505 GPU, it delivers adequate performance for everyday tasks, supported by configurations of 16GB storage with 2GB RAM or 32GB with 3GB RAM.
  • The rear camera is 13 MP with predictive PDAF, capable of recording video at 1080p, while the 8 MP front camera serves for selfies.
  • The battery capacity is 2620 mAh, with no fast charging or wireless charging options available.
  • Running on Android 7.1 Nougat, it lacks stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, but it does not support 5G or NFC.
  • The device is available in black and silver colors.
  • Overall, it offers basic functionality with no standout features.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionFor India

Display

Size5.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionN/A

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8937 Snapdragon 430 (28 nm)
CPUOcta-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 505
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, predictive PDAF
Front Camera8 MP
Front Camera Details8 MP, predictive PDAF, 1/4.0"
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity2620 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2620 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions146 x 73.2 x 8.9 mm (5.75 x 2.88 x 0.35 in)
Weight154 g
MaterialsGlass front, plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Silver
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 7.1 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 7.1 (Nougat)

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes