Name: Xperia X
Brand: Sony
SKU: 28110
Rating: 4.1 (38 reviews)

3.9

based on all reviews

fast and accurate
Video Pros Very good stabilization
Both autofocus and video stabilization are excellent

a bit hard-edged in parts as a result
Sony Xperia X overheating while recording video
Sony Xperia Z range is dead

Primary sensor resolution: 23 Mpx
Screen size: 5 in
Resolution: 1920, 1080 px
Technology: IPS, IPS LCD
Pixel density: 441 ppi
Battery capacity: 2620 mAh
Cpu cores: 6-core
Primary resolution: 13 Mpx

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Sony Xperia X - Pros & Cons

fast and accurate
Video Pros Very good stabilization
Both autofocus and video stabilization are excellent
Fast and accurate autofocus
The wide dynamic range recorded in sunny scenes was impressive
Good detail preservation using flash
Video stabilization is particularly impressive
Good target exposure and dynamic range
Accurate focus is also very repeatable between shots using both preview
White balance is generally very good
Fingerprint registration is quick and easy
Gaming performance is smooth and nearly flawless
The colours are sharp and great to look at
reasonably fluid and efficient
crisp
sharp and vibrant
The matte plastic back feels very good in hand
a great display
decent performance
sublime build and decent battery life
Durability score View more details
speed of refresh and accuracy of operation
Graphically intensive apps and games work just fine
Sony did a great job with the software here
The actual design of the phone is pretty great
sleek
compact
and well-rounded
the camera itself is very fast
feels sturdy and pleasant to hold
Battery life is solid
performance and screen quality
the viewing angles are wide
behavior under the sun is good
Sony achievements and organically fit into interface of substantially pure system
Pleasant appearance
efficiently-designed firmware
the Xperia X performed perfectly
Apps load instantly and run smoothly
decent heft helps to add to the rugged feel
software support was pretty speedy which is nice
Z5 though and it performs well
sharp
fast focus and ample detail
x performance deserves a bit better than that now
Battery life was ridiculously good
audio quality has always been good
the X Performance fared better with daily use
The color reproduction is great and the display can go very bright when needed
Snapdragon 650 provides a snappy user experience
the bundled camera app is quite good
Xperia X feels nice in the hand and is easy to handle
Xperia X is a pleasure to use
resolution and pixel density works perfectly for a 5 inch display
your sneaky-awesome trait of being really easy to operate one-handed
predecessor performs significantly better in both aspects
Xperia X is absolutely fine
cycling frequency should ideally be undetectable to the human eye
The smartphone also deserves a good rating in outdoor use
almost always worked well in the test
Xperia X is pleasingly frugal
It was definitely easy to reach across the panel with my thumb
clearer
sharper and more natural images
predictive autofocus is much more impressive during video capture
Good exposure and white balance
The build quality is strong and it s both comfortable to hold and impressive to look at
bright Full-HD screen
useful software
strong performance

a bit hard-edged in parts as a result
Sony Xperia X overheating while recording video
Sony Xperia Z range is dead
Camera will now turn off temporarily to cool down
high off-contract price makes it a tough sell
some pictures seem dull and washed out
it's still a bit of a brick
image resolution defaults to 8-megapixels for the rear lens
the phones could survive a dunking
placement of the volume keys below the fingerprint scanner is far from ideal
images are very flashy with the disabled image mode
frequency is too low
users with sensitive eyes may experience strain or headaches
Xperia X lacks an optical image stabilizer for photo shots
notebooks will simply cycle the backlight on and off in rapid succession
response time is worse than the average of all tested devices (22
Sony continues to stuff a bit too much bloat into its phones
slight distortion on the sides of the picture
1080p display and a bloated take on Android
feature mostly finicky when trying to shoot stills
the camera very awkward and clumsy in portrait mode
this setting cannot be enforced by the benchmark app
Battery life is very sensitive to changes in screen brightness
device may be too hot or have other apps running in the background
phones popping up in many stockings
there's no fingerprint sensor on this device
toughened glass falls away on all four edges in a rather ergonomic
The buttons are a bit squishy
quite a bit further down the specification ladder
White balance is not repeatable over consecutive shots using flash
Auto HDR mode sometimes fails to trigger
color rendering starts to become a little inconsistent
loss of sharpness between the center and edges of the frame
jitter noticeable in walking scenes
too expensive
no emotion at all
Sony Xperia X does not focus as fast as Sony claims
Sony Xperia X does not try too hard with metal and glass
The indented power button feels a tad too deep
the RGB toggle for display colours cannot fix
Sony Xperia X is not an outright flagship smartphone
store the phones in hot
damp conditions
Sony phones could shoot in 4K
lack of interest in the devices was unfair
the X Performance is overlooked
the battery performance here leaves something to be desired
camera performance is a disappointment
rating is not included in our total score
it is not the highest end device of the family
Sony has always struggled to really find their groove in the Android market
it's completely limited to just searching apps
Sony Xperia X have Google Play Services
no fingerprint scanner in sight
it does not support wireless charging
Sony Xperia X have wireless charging
The maximum margin of brightness even a little redundant
Sony Xperia X have fast charging
it does not support 5GIs Sony Xperia X waterproof
still inferior to flagships of other manufacturers
micro-scratches appeared on the screen
The eyes get tired when reading a book at bedtime
stutter or drop frames
the battery had only drained by a little over half
Wallet Pty Ltd is not a bank and does not offer banking services
service does not include all providers or all products available in the market
lack of optical image stabilization forces
No fingerprint alone makes it a no go
X Performance failed to register light taps
US model does not have a fingerprint reader
the camera was still not up to snuff
X Performance will not be making its way to Singapore
uncovered micro-USB port
the reflective surfaces or glass finishing on its rear
no carrier bloatware in sight
Xperia X Performance is far from a bad phone
underwhelming battery
questionable design choices and lack of a fingerprint sensor
these features can cause the phone to overheat
the phone still suffers from some irritating design quirks

Sony Xperia X - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Screen size	5 in Best: Asus FonePad 8 Screen size: 8 in
Battery capacity	2620 mAh Best: Doogee BL12000 Battery capacity: 12000 mAh
Pixel density	441 ppi Best: Sony Xperia Z6 Pixel density: 891 ppi
CPU clock speed	1.8 GHz Best: Motorola Moto G100 CPU clock speed: 3.2 GHz

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Sony Xperia X - Full Specifications

Operating system	Android 6.0
CPU clock speed	1.8 GHz
CPU cores	6-core
CPU model	Qualcomm Snapdragon 650
GPU model	Qualcomm Adreno 510
RAM memory	3 GB

Primary sensor resolution	23.0 Mpx
Primary lens aperture	2.0 f
Focus adjustment	Automatic
Highest video resolution	1920 x 1080 px
Autofocus	yes
Burst Mode	yes
Digital Image Stabilization	yes
Digital zoom	yes
Face detection	yes
Geo-tagging	yes
Gesture Shot	yes
HDR Capture	yes
LED Flash	yes
Panorama	yes
Smile detection	yes
Touch focus	yes

Internal storage	32 GB 64 GB
Memory card reader	yes
Maximum card storage	200GB
Types of memory card supported	microSD

Height	5.62 in
Width	2.73 in
Depth	0.31 in
Weight	5.4 oz

Dual sim support	yes
Sim card size	Nano-SIM
DLNA certified	yes
Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth version	4.2
Bluetooth profile	HFP HSP OPP PAN SPP A2DP AVRCP HID PBAP MAP DIP GATT PXP
NFC	yes
Charging connection	USB
Headphone connection	3.5 mm
Type of USB connector	Micro-USB

Battery type	Lithium ion
Battery capacity	2620.0 mAh
Standby time	600.0 h
Talk time	14.0 h

Screen size	5.0 in
Number of colors	16.7M
Panel type	LCD
Resolution	1920 x 1080 px
Technology	IPS IPS LCD
Pixel density	441.0 ppi
Screen material	Scratch-resistant glass
Multi touch	yes

Primary resolution	13.0 Mpx
Lens aperture	F/2.0

Colour of product	Gold Stainless Steel
Material	Metal

Accelerometer	yes
Proximity	yes
Digital compass	yes
Ambient light sensor	yes
Fingerprint	yes
Gyroscope	yes
Barometer	yes
Pedometer	yes

Wireless network (Wi-Fi)	yes
Data transmission	EDGE GPRS HSDPA HSPA+ HSUPA LTE
Navigation system	A-GPS GLONASS GPS
2G GSM	yes
GSM frequencies	1800 MHz 1900 MHz 850 MHz 900 MHz
UMTS frequences	850 MHz 900 MHz 1900 MHz 2100 MHz
4G LTE	yes
LTE frequencies	800 MHz 900 MHz 1700 MHz 1800 MHz 1900 MHz 2100 MHz 2600 MHz 2300 MHz
Mobile hotspot	yes

Sony Xperia X - Q&A (5)

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Productz
over 1 year ago
Is Xperia X waterproof?
gil_auer
over 1 year ago
No, the Sony Xperia X is not waterproof.
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damian
over 2 years ago
Does Sony Xperia X have NFC?
edgardo
about 2 years ago
Yes, the Xperia X has NFC (Near-Field Communication) which can be enabled through the device settings.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
When was Sony Xperia X released?
olen
over 1 year ago
The Xperia X was released in 2016.
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evita
over 2 years ago
Does Sony Xperia X have wireless charging?
esteban_botsford
about 2 years ago
No, the Sony Xperia X does not officially support wireless charging.
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lera.walter
about 2 years ago
Is the Sony Xperia X waterproof?
sherrie_dietrich
about 2 years ago
No, the Xperia X is not rated waterproof by Sony.
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Sony Xperia X Sony - Editorial Reviews (15)

3.7

Based on 15 reviews

Sony Xperia X 24 hours with the Sony Xperia X: Our hands-on review

Recombu

Published: 12.04.2016

24 hours with the Sony Xperia X: Our hands-on review

We took the Sony Xperia X to the streets of Tokyo to test Sony’s new camera tech, the all-improved screen, battery life and more. Here’s...

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X Performance review: $700 worth of disappointment

Engadget

Published: 01.07.2016

Sony Xperia X Performance review: $700 worth of disappointment

3.6

Oh, Sony.

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X Performance Mobile review: Impressive results

DXOMARK

Published: 28.07.2016

Sony Xperia X Performance Mobile review: Impressive results

Achieving an overall DxOMark mobile score of 88 points, the Sony Xperia X Performance smartphone offers excellent results for both still photography and video capture. Featuring a 23Mp 1/2.3”-type Exmor sensor and wide-angle 24mm f/2 Sony G lens, it’s an excellent option for a wide range of photographic subjects, in particular intricate landscape, architectural and street scenes, which maximize both sensor resolution and lens potential. Target exposures are generally very good, and when activated, the Xperia X Performance’s automatic HDR mode records wide dynamic range for successful pictures in high-contrast scenes.

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X Performance review: You deserve a lot more phone for $700

Greenbot

Published: 11.07.2016

Sony Xperia X Performance review: You deserve a lot more phone for $700

3.0

Seriously, Sony? The Xperia X Performance performs well enough, but it's absolutely not worth its outrageous price tag.

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X Performance review | Finder

finder.com.au

Published: 01.07.2016

Sony Xperia X Performance review | Finder

Our Sony Xperia X Performance Review shows a curious mix of premium parts and mid-range power, making the phone hard to recommend.

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X review: Remaking the Xperia

hardwarezone.com.sg

Published: 05.07.2016

Sony Xperia X review: Remaking the Xperia

4.0

Will the design, camera, and battery life improvements of the Sony Xperia X be enough to compete with the current panel of flagship smartphones? We find out in this review.

TechRadar

Published: 06.02.2017

Sony Xperia X review

3.5

A phone that doesn't quite know who it's aimed at

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X Review: Great Camera, But No X Factor

Tom's Guide

Published: 31.05.2016

Sony Xperia X Review: Great Camera, But No X Factor

3.5

The $550 Sony Xperia X offers supersharp cameras, all-day battery life and decent performance, but lacks the pizazz of other flagships.

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X Smartphone Review

Notebookcheck

Published: 02.08.2016

Sony Xperia X Smartphone Review

4.3

In-depth review of the Sony Xperia X (Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 MSM8956, Adreno 510, 5.0", 152 ) with many measurements, benchmarks, and evaluations

CNET

Published: 31.05.2016

A great one-handed phone

Its compact shape and 5-inch screen makes Sony's less expensive Android phone a great fit.

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X review | Stuff

stuff.tv/my/

Sony Xperia X review | Stuff

Can Sony's flagship smartphone still cut it with the best of them?

Android Authority

Published: 16.06.2016

Sony Xperia X review

The Sony Xperia X has a lot of similarities to the Xperia Z5 in terms of design, but with a few tweaks. Is the Xperia X a worthy successor? Let's find out!

TalkAndroid.com

Sony Xperia X review: The most expensive mid-range phone ever - TalkAndroid.com

Sony announced a brand new line of Xperia phones this year, replacing the Xperia Z line that we all shared a love/hate relationship with. Now we have the

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X Dual SIM Review: Mid-ranged product, flagship pricing

Digit.in/hi/

Published: 02.06.2016

Sony Xperia X Dual SIM Review: Mid-ranged product, flagship pricing

3.9

Read the in depth Review of Sony Xperia X Dual SIM Mobile Phones. Know detailed info about Sony Xperia X Dual SIM configuration, design and performance quality along with pros & cons, Digit rating, verdict based on user opinions/feedback.

Sony Xperia X Sony Xperia X Performance review: 80% of a great phone

Android Central

Published: 01.07.2016

Sony Xperia X Performance review: 80% of a great phone

Sony's $700 Xperia X Performance is a mix of great features, wasted potential, and showstopping flaws. Should you consider Sony's flagship for mid-2016?