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Sony Xperia XA2 Plus#2859

Released: 2018

Sony Xperia XA2 Plus

Overall Score

45.6

Category Breakdown

Overall(#2859)45.6
Performance(#3705)65.3
Camera(#1651)54.1
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4056)26.8
Build(#1436)75.1
Connectivity(#2146)64.4
Audio(#1963)8.9

Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia XA2 Plus

Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia XA2 Plus features a solid build with dimensions of 157 x 75 x 9.6 mm and a weight of 205g, utilizing Gorilla Glass 5 on the front and an aluminum frame.
  • Its 6.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing a sharp pixel density of approximately 402 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
  • Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 chipset, with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
  • The rear camera boasts a 23 MP sensor capable of 4K video recording, while the 8 MP front camera caters to selfies.
  • Battery capacity stands at 3580 mAh, supporting 18W fast charging but no wireless charging.
  • The device runs on Android 8.0 (Oreo) and includes a headphone jack, enhancing audio connectivity.
  • Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C, but it does not support 5G.
  • The phone is available in Silver, Black, Gold, and Green colors.
  • Overall, the Xperia XA2 Plus combines a robust design with competent performance and a capable camera.
  • However, it lacks some modern features like HDR and wireless charging.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia XA2 Plus Dual with dual-SIM card slots

Display

Size6"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~402 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm)
CPUOcta-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 508
Memory32GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)

Camera

Main Camera23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.3", PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera8 MP, f/2.4, 1/4.0"
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec., HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
Night Mode
Raw Photo Support

Battery

Capacity3580 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3580 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Safety

Dimensions157 x 75 x 9.6 mm (6.18 x 2.95 x 0.38 in)
Weight205 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, aluminum frame
ColorsSilver, Black, Gold, Green
Foldable
SARN/A

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, 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 8.0 (Oreo)
Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass