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Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra#3215

Released: 2017

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra

Overall Score

42.9

Category Breakdown

Overall(#3215)42.9
Performance(#3568)66.7
Camera(#2004)45.5
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#5235)22.7
Build(#1578)73.8
Connectivity(#2087)65.1
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra

Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra features a sleek design with dimensions of 165 x 79 x 8.1 mm and a weight of 188g, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass 4 and a 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 driven by the Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and 4GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The rear camera boasts a 23 MP sensor with f/2.0 aperture, capable of 1080p video recording, while the 16 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
  • Battery capacity stands at 2700 mAh, supporting 10W charging but lacking wireless charging options.
  • The device runs on Android 7.0 Nougat, upgradable to Android 8.0 Oreo, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C.
  • Notably, it does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers.
  • The phone is available in multiple colors, including White, Black, Gold, and Pink.
  • Overall, the Xperia XA1 Ultra combines a stylish design with competent performance and camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

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

Display

Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~367 ppi density)
PPI1080
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 4GB RAM, 64GB 4GB 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 Camera16 MP, f/2.0, 23mm (wide), 1/2.6", OIS, AF
Front Camera FeaturesLED flash
Video Recording1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec., HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity2700 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions165 x 79 x 8.1 mm (6.50 x 3.11 x 0.32 in)
Weight188 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum/plastic frame
ColorsWhite, Black, Gold, Pink
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIM (G3221, G3223)Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (G3212, G3226)
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 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