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Sony Xperia Z1
8.1 / 10
Mid-range Sony Xperia Z1
Sony · Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean
Pros
+ Water and dust proof design
+ Incredibly fast and powerful processor
+ 20MP camera
Cons
Body prone to scratches
Poor viewing angles
Bulky dimensions
Camera
Main: 20MP
Front: 2MP
Video: Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974 Quad core
RAM: 2 GB
Storage: 16/32 GB
Speed: 2200MHz
Display
Size: 5" Color
Res: 1080 × 1920
PPI: 441 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 3,000 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: No
Talk time: 15h
Video playback: 6.7h
Design
Weight: 170g
IP: IP58
Material: Plastic
Type: Bar
Colors: Black, White, Purple
Fingerprint: No
Waterproof: Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 4.0
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP
USB: Micro-USB 2.0
Sony Xperia XZ Premium
8.1 / 10
Sony Xperia XZ Premium
Sony · Android 7.1 Nougat
Pros
+ Great Performance
+ Plenty of Storage Space
+ microSD Support
+ 960 FPS Video Recording
+ Android 7.1 Nougat
+ All-Day Battery Life
+ IP68 Rating
Cons
Cluttered Camera Interface
Duplicate Apps
Bulky Design
Fingerprint Magnet
Camera
Main: 19MP f/2
Front: 13MP
Video: Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Brightness control, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MSM8998
RAM: 4 GB
Storage: 64 GB
Speed: 2450MHz
Display
Size: 5.5" Color
Res: 2160 × 3840
PPI: 801 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 3,230 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: No
Talk time: 24.7h
Video playback: 11.3h
Design
Weight: 195g
IP: IP68
Material: Aluminium
Type: Bar
Colors: Deepsea Black, Luminous Chrome, Bronze Pink, Red
Fingerprint: Yes
Waterproof: Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 5.0
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB: USB Type-C
Sony Xperia 1 IV
8.1 / 10
Sony Xperia 1 IV
Sony · Android 12
Compass Verdict

A well-rounded device with impressive features that cater to a range of everyday needs and preferences.

Pros
+ Impressive display quality
+ Engaging audio features
+ Strong performance
+ User-friendly interface
+ Sturdy build
Cons
High price point
Battery could be better
Limited zoom capability
Overheating issues
Tricky camera setup
Camera
Main: 12MP f/1.7
Front: 12MP f/2.0
Video: Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 24/25/30/60/120fps
Lens 2: 12MP f/2.3
Lens 3: 12MP f/2.2
Lens 4: 0.3MP
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) Octa-core
RAM: 12 GB
Storage: 512 GB
Speed: 3000MHz
Display
Size: 6.5" Color
Res: 1644 × 3840
PPI: 643 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 5,000 mAh
Fast charge: 30W
Type: Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable: No
Talk time: 26.9h
Video playback: 15.1h
Design
Weight: 185g
IP: IP68
Material: Aluminium
Type: Bar
Colors: Black, Violet
Fingerprint: Yes
Waterproof: Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi ac/ax/6e
BT: BT 5.2
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n, ac, ax, 6e
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB: USB Type-C
Sony Xperia Z5 Compact
8.1 / 10
Sony Xperia Z5 Compact
Sony · Android 5.1 Lollipop
Pros
+ Snappy performance for all tasks
+ Over 2 days of battery life during moderate usage
+ Incredibly fast autofocus
+ Highly detailed photos in bright and low light conditions
Cons
720p resolution display
Camera lag issues when navigating app and in-between shots
Difficult to adjust to smaller keyboard when typing
Camera
Main: 20MP
Front: 5MP
Video: Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 Octa core
RAM: 2 GB
Storage: 32 GB
Speed: 2000MHz
Display
Size: 4.6" Color
Res: 720 × 1280
PPI: 319 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 2,700 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: No
Talk time: 14.8h
Video playback: 8.3h
Design
Weight: 138g
IP: IP68
Material: Aluminium
Type: Bar
Colors: Graphite Black, White, Yellow, Coral
Fingerprint: No
Waterproof: Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 4.1
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB: Micro-USB 2.0
Sony Xperia XZ3
8.1 / 10
Sony Xperia XZ3
Sony · Android 9.0 Pie
Compass Verdict

While it might not provide the best camera on the market, the Sony Xperia XZ3 combines a range of capable features into one stylish bundle.

Pros
+ Beautiful design
+ Amazing display
+ Smooth performance
+ IP 65/68 waterproofing
Cons
Poor fingerprint sensor placement
Average battery life
Good camera -- but not as good as the competition
Camera
Main: 19MP f/2.0
Front: 13MP
Video: Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer, White balance
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 SDM845 Octa core
RAM: 4 GB
Storage: 64 GB
Speed: 2700MHz
Display
Size: 6" Color
Res: 1440 × 2880
PPI: 537 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 3,330 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: No
Talk time: 26.7h
Video playback: 10.5h
Design
Weight: 193g
IP: IP68
Material: Glass
Type: Bar
Colors: Black, White Silver, Forest Green, Bordeaux Red
Fingerprint: Yes
Waterproof: Yes
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 5.0
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP
USB: USB Type-C
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
8.1 / 10
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
Sony · Android 8.0 Oreo
Compass Verdict

The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact offers everything you want from a flagship smartphone in a smaller package. While it’s a little chunky and doesn’t have the best camera on the market, it’s the best “small” phone on the market.

Pros
+ Pocketable size
+ Lightning fast processing power
+ IP68 certified
+ Sharp and colorful display
Cons
Thicker when compared to other modern smartphones
Camera struggles in low light situations
Battery consumption skyrockets with high use
Camera
Main: 19MP f/2.0
Front: 5MP
Video: Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Brightness control, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, ISO, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer, Smile detection, White balance
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Octa core
RAM: 4 GB
Storage: 64 GB
Speed: 2700MHz
Display
Size: 5.0" Color
Res: 1080 × 1920
PPI: 441 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 2,870 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: No
Talk time: 19.3h
Video playback: 10.4h
Design
Weight: 168g
IP: IP68
Material: Aluminium
Type: Bar
Colors: Black, White Silver, Moss Green, Coral Pink
Fingerprint: Yes
Waterproof: Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 5.0
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
USB: USB Type-C
Sony Xperia XA2
8.0 / 10
Sony Xperia XA2
Sony · Android 8.0 Oreo
Compass Verdict

If you don’t mind Sony’s design choices, the XA2 is one of their strongest mid-tier phones yet. While it doesn’t excel at any one thing, it offers decent battery life, solid performance, and a detailed — albeit slow launching — camera at a respectable price.

Pros
+ Sturdy, reassuring design
+ Decent rear camera
+ microSD support
+ Android 8.0
+ Solid battery
+ Respectable performance
Cons
No fast charger included
Phone prone to smudges and scratches
Hit-or-miss low-light camera performance
Camera slow to launch
Lots of pre-installed apps
Camera
Front: 8MP
Video: Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 30fps
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Brightness control, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, ISO, Self-timer, White balance
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 Octa core
RAM: 3 GB
Storage: 32 GB
Speed: 2200MHz
Display
Size: 5.2" Color
Res: 1080 × 1920
PPI: 424 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 3,300 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: No
Talk time: 21.3h
Video playback: 14.5h
Design
Weight: 171g
Material: Aluminium
Type: Bar
Colors: Black, Silver, Blue, Pink
Fingerprint: Yes
Waterproof: No
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 5.0
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
USB: USB Type-C
Sony Xperia Z5
8.0 / 10
Sony Xperia Z5
Sony · Android 5.1 Lollipop
Pros
+ Incredibly fast autofocus
+ Camera offers excellent color and contrast in all lighting situations
+ Good processor performance
+ Sleek design
+ Display has excellent color vibrancy and viewing angles
Cons
Occasional pauses when loading apps
Phone heats up even during basic use
Sharp edges makes it uncomfortable to hold
Camera
Main: 20MP
Front: 5MP
Video: Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Panorama
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 Octa core
RAM: 3 GB
Storage: 32 GB
Speed: 2000MHz
Display
Size: 5.2" Color
Res: 1080 × 1920
PPI: 424 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 2,900 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: No
Talk time: 17h
Video playback: 8.7h
Design
Weight: 154g
IP: IP68
Material: Aluminium
Type: Bar
Colors: Graphite Black, White, Gold, Green
Fingerprint: No
Waterproof: Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 4.1
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB: Micro-USB 2.0
Sony Xperia 1 II
8.0 / 10
Sony Xperia 1 II
Sony · Android 10

No editorial review yet. View full specs →

Camera
Main: 12MP f/1.7
Front: 8MP
Video: Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 (7 nm+) Octa-core
RAM: 8 GB
Storage: 256 GB
Speed: 2840MHz
Display
Size: 6.5" Color
Res: 1644 × 3840
PPI: 643 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 4,000 mAh
Type: Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable: No
Design
Weight: 181g
IP: IP65/68
Material: Aluminium
Type: Bar
Colors: Black, Purple
Fingerprint: Yes
Waterproof: Yes
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT: BT 5.1
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
USB: USB Type-C
Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini Pro
8.0 / 10
Budget Sony Ericsson Xperia Mini Pro
Sony · Android 2.3 Gingerbread

No editorial review yet. View full specs →

Camera
Main: 5MP
Video: HD (1280 x 720 pixels) 30fps
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Self-timer, Smile detection
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255
RAM: 512 MB
Storage: 320 MB
Speed: 1000MHz
Display
Size: 3" Color
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity: 1,200 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: Unknown
Talk time: 5.7h
Design
Weight: 136g
Type: Slider
Colors: Turquoise, Pink, White, Black
Fingerprint: Unknown
Waterproof: Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 2.1
NFC: Unknown
WiFi standards: b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HFP, HSP
USB: Micro-USB 2.0
Sony Ericsson Xperia arc
7.9 / 10
Sony Ericsson Xperia arc
Sony · Android 2.3 Gingerbread

No editorial review yet. View full specs →

Camera
Main: 8MP
Video: HD (1280 x 720 pixels) 30fps
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Night mode, Self-timer, Smile detection
Performance
RAM: 512 MB
Storage: 320 MB
Speed: 1000MHz
Display
Size: 4.2" Color
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity: 1,500 mAh
Type: Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable: Unknown
Talk time: 7h
Design
Weight: 117g
Type: Bar
Colors: Black
Fingerprint: Unknown
Waterproof: Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 2.1
NFC: Unknown
WiFi standards: b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP
USB: Micro-USB 2.0
Sony Xperia 5 III
7.9 / 10
Premium Sony Xperia 5 III
Sony · Android 11

No editorial review yet. View full specs →

Camera
Main: 12MP f/1.7
Front: 8MP
Video: Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels) 60fps
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Multi-shot, Night mode, Panorama, Self-timer
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) Octa-core
RAM: 12 GB
Storage: 256 GB
Speed: 2840MHz
Display
Size: 6.1" Color
Res: 1080 × 2520
PPI: 449 ppi
Multi-touch: Yes
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 4,500 mAh
Type: Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable: No
Design
Weight: 169g
IP: IP68
Material: Aluminium
Type: Bar
Colors: Black, Green
Fingerprint: Yes
Waterproof: Water Resistant
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi n/ac/ax
BT: BT 5.2
NFC: Yes
WiFi standards: a, b, g, n, ac, ax
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP
USB: USB Type-C
Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray
7.9 / 10
Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray
Sony · Android 2.3 Gingerbread

No editorial review yet. View full specs →

Camera
Main: 8MP
Video: HD (1280 x 720 pixels) 30fps
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Self-timer, Smile detection
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm Scorpion MSM8255
RAM: 512 MB
Storage: No
Speed: 1000MHz
Display
Size: 3.3" Color
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Digital Compass
Battery
Capacity: 1,500 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: Unknown
Talk time: 7h
Design
Weight: 100g
Type: Bar
Colors: Gold, Black, Pink, White
Fingerprint: Unknown
Waterproof: Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 2.1
NFC: Unknown
WiFi standards: b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP
USB: Micro-USB 2.0
Sony Ericsson W580 Walkman
7.9 / 10

No editorial review yet. View full specs →

Camera
Main: 2MP
Flash: No
Performance
Storage: 12 MB
Display
Size: 2" Color
Battery
Capacity: 930 mAh
Type: Lithium Polymer (Li-Pol)
Removable: Unknown
Design
Weight: 94g
Type: Slider
Colors: Gray, Black, Green, pink, red, white
Fingerprint: Unknown
Waterproof: Unknown
Connectivity
BT: BT Yes
NFC: Unknown
BT profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, DUN, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN, SYNC
USB: Yes
Sony Ericsson Xperia arc S
7.9 / 10
Mid-range Sony Ericsson Xperia arc S
Sony · Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread

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Camera
Main: 8MP
Video: HD (1280 x 720 pixels)
Flash: Yes (LED)
Features: Auto focus, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, Panorama, Self-timer, Smile detection
Performance
Chip: Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8255
RAM: 512 MB
Storage: No
Speed: 1400MHz
Display
Size: 4.2" Color
Sensors: Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer
Battery
Capacity: 1,500 mAh
Type: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Removable: Unknown
Talk time: 8h
Design
Weight: 117g
Type: Bar
Colors: Pure White, Gloss Black, Misty Silver, Midnight Blue, Sakura Pink
Fingerprint: Unknown
Waterproof: Unknown
Connectivity
WiFi: Wi-Fi b/g/n
BT: BT 2.1
NFC: Unknown
WiFi standards: b, g, n
BT profiles: A2DP
USB: Micro-USB 2.0
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