Overall Score
58.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#3408)58.6
Performance(#3147)62.5
Camera(#1899)45.7
Display(#4128)70.5
Battery(#6446)43.5
Build(#1211)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia XZ2
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia XZ2 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, reinforced by Gorilla Glass 5, and an aluminum frame, weighing 198g.
- Its 5.7-inch IPS LCD display supports HDR BT.2020 with a resolution of 1080 x 2160 pixels, providing vibrant colors and sharp images.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it offers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and options for 4GB or 6GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 19 MP sensor capable of recording 4K video at 30fps, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- The 3180 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
- Running Android 8.0 Oreo, it is upgradable to Android 10, ensuring access to newer features.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
- The device also incorporates stereo speakers for enhanced audio output.
- Available in multiple colors, it lacks a headphone jack but maintains a modern aesthetic.
- Overall, the Xperia XZ2 combines solid build quality with impressive performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018, April 20
Announced2018, February 26
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.7"
TypeIPS LCD, HDR BT.2020
Resolution1080 x 2160 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.7 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Camera
Main Camera19 MP
Main Camera Details19 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/2.3", 1.22µm, predictive PDAF
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.2, 1/5.0"
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@960fps
Selfie Video1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS)
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3180 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3180 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions153 x 72 x 11.1 mm (6.02 x 2.83 x 0.44 in)
Weight198 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsLiquid Black, Liquid Silver, Deep Green, Ash Pink
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✗
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10
OS VersionAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo