Sony Xperia 5 II

“Not only does the stronger hardware ensure a fundamentally improved performance under load, but we also find the system operation to be much smoother. The biggest leap forward, however, is the battery life, since it has almost doubled compared to the predecessor. The purchase of the Sony Xperia 5 II is especially worthwhile because of the camera software.”

“So there's no doubt in our minds that the Xperia 5 II is a superb phone with a lot going for it. But it also carries the Sony premium, that additional monetary burden that makes it hard to recommend despite its obvious merits. Still, true brand loyalists need not look any further, and certainly not back at the 1 II.”

“The Xperia 5 II's 21:9 notchless display and 3.5mm headphone jack mean it instantly stands out from the competition, but other phones around this price point offer more value for money for most people.”

“The new Xperia 5 II (read as five mark two) is more than a miniature version of Sony's previous phone. With a high-refresh-rate display, the ability to record 4K videos at 120 frames per second and an overhauled Game Enhancer app, the new version is the best Sony phone in years. And best of all, it adds those features while costing hundreds of dollars less.”