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Sony Xperia XA1#3481

Released: 2017

Sony Xperia XA1

Overall Score

40.7

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3481)40.7
Performance(#3572)66.6
Camera(#5104)36.0
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#5788)20.8
Build(#1460)74.8
Connectivity(#2434)62.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia XA1

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Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia XA1 features a sleek design with dimensions of 145 x 67 x 8 mm and a weight of 143g, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass 4, a plastic back, and an aluminum frame.
  • Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 294 ppi, but lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by the Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and 3GB of RAM, providing adequate multitasking capabilities.
  • The rear camera boasts a 23 MP sensor with an f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 8 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
  • Battery life is supported by a 2300mAh capacity, with 10W charging, though it does not offer wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Android 7.0 Nougat, upgradable to Android 8.0 Oreo, providing a smooth user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C 2.0.
  • Notably, the phone lacks water resistance and stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack.
  • Available colors include White, Black, Gold, and Pink, catering to different aesthetic preferences.
  • Overall, the Xperia XA1 presents a balanced combination of design, performance, and camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2017
Announced2017
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia XA1 Dual with dual-SIM card slots

Display

Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 4

Performance

ChipsetMediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
GPUMali-T880MP2
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.3", PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.0, 23mm (wide), 1/4.0", AF
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions145 x 67 x 8 mm (5.71 x 2.64 x 0.31 in)
Weight143 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsWhite, Black, Gold, Pink
Foldable✗
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps or LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, aptX, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass