Overall Score
66.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#935)66.1
Performance(#1956)82.2
Camera(#1534)57.4
Display(#2147)78.5
Battery(#433)87.4
Build(#759)80.5
Connectivity(#1764)69.7
Audio(#115)87.6
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium features a robust design with a glass front and back, supported by an aluminum frame, weighing 236 grams.
- Its 5.8-inch IPS LCD display boasts a stunning 3840 x 2160 pixel resolution, providing exceptional clarity and HDR10 support.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers strong performance through its octa-core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU, complemented by 6GB of RAM.
- The rear camera system includes a 19 MP main sensor and a 12 MP monochrome sensor, capable of recording 4K video and offering impressive low-light performance.
- Battery capacity stands at 3540 mAh, with support for 18W fast charging and wireless charging capabilities.
- The device runs on Android 8.0 Oreo, upgradeable to Android 10, featuring stereo speakers for enhanced audio.
- Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1, though it lacks 5G support.
- The phone is available in Chrome Black and Chrome Silver, with a water-resistant design.
- Overall, the Xperia XZ2 Premium combines high-end specifications with a premium build quality.
Specifications
General
Release Date2018
Announced2018
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium Dual with dual-SIM card slots
Display
Size5.8"
TypeIPS LCD, HDR10
Resolution3840 x 2160 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~765 ppi density)
PPI3840
Refresh Rate60Hz
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 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Camera
Main Camera19 MP, f/1.8, 25mm (wide), 1/2.3", 1.22µm, predictive PDAF12 MP B/W, f/1.6, 1/2.3", 1.55µm, predictive PDAF
Main Camera FeaturesLaser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR
Front Camera13 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps (5-axis gyro-EIS), 1080p@960fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS)
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3540 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3540 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC3Wireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions158 x 80 x 11.9 mm (6.22 x 3.15 x 0.47 in)
Weight236 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
ColorsChrome Black, Chrome Silver
Foldable✗
SARN/A
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (6CA) 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, QZSS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass