Sony Xperia XA2 review

26 January 2018
Sony may be looking beyond smartphones but the Xperia line is still standing its ground. The recently unveiled Xperia XA2 series is not only a statement of persistence, but also shows intent for expansion. And the Xperia XA2 bodes well for Sony's new generation of smartphones this season.

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  • AnonD-580901
  • 0Bu
  • 27 Jan 2018

Hope the flagships don't have a fingerprint on the back to cater to the American market. Nobody there will buy it. They have iPhone and Samsung mania

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    • SpU
    • 27 Jan 2018

    171g is so heavy AND it's not fully metal body! my Nexus 5x is 136g wow how did they do it in 2015?! Gorilla Glass is unspecified version?! Sony still does not understand how to make a midrange phone! so many other phones are cheaper AND have metal body. XA2 is overpriced no wonder why Sony is struggling with phone making

      nothing-, 27 Jan 2018Oh really? I am waiting for a speed comparison between this... moreSure hahahaha.
      Btw, there's also a word "features" and you know, that's what matters to some people. Design too, and build quality.

        [deleted post]Oh really? I am waiting for a speed comparison between this device and your S8 and lets see if you're phone holds up to this midrange device.

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          • AnonD-481725
          • smK
          • 27 Jan 2018

          [deleted post]Sony never ceases to disappoint..... Sony haters :p

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            • AnonD-85136
            • 6Ps
            • 27 Jan 2018

            A great mobile. I really love it

              That XA2 is a very complete package, the only thing that I find strange is the sound quality with an external amplifier.
              But great start for 2018!

                Fearghast, 27 Jan 2018I was considering this phone for my wife, but seeing a just... moreKinnda agree.
                For ex, Xperia X that is even going to get Oreo soon, for 250 now, or even X Performance with Oreo, for 300-350 now, are better choices...
                For same prices, older flagships are indeed better choices than new midrangers.

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                  • AnonD-510275
                  • 7um
                  • 27 Jan 2018

                  AnonD-481725, 27 Jan 2018My suggestion for you is to not build your decision relying... moreDon't forget about "hand's on"
                  That is the most important about choose smartphone.

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                    • AnonD-731491
                    • 3Nu
                    • 27 Jan 2018

                    better average range of the market at a reasonable price

                      AnonD-481725, 27 Jan 2018My suggestion for you is to not build your decision relying... moreWell there are flagships with way better battery test results, camera is also flagship grade. Not to mention its resolution and hw shutter key. 8mp in low light should also be better. This is like Z6 phone.

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                        • AnonD-481725
                        • smK
                        • 27 Jan 2018

                        Fearghast, 27 Jan 2018I was considering this phone for my wife, but seeing a just... moreMy suggestion for you is to not build your decision relying on one source, watch multiple reviews about this phone.

                          Great stuff for 300-350 bucks.
                          Oreo feats out of the box and great battery life.
                          Cameras performance quite decent.
                          Although I dont care for selfies, that 120 degree mode is just great feat for selfie lovers.
                          I guess 4k video and sound quality shortcommings are due to a midrange SoC just not strong enough as a flag SoC in crunching so much data...
                          But the 1080p at 60 fps is best mode for video ovreall anyhow so...
                          Yup, for 300 to 350, great stuff.

                            I was considering this phone for my wife, but seeing a just ok battery (for Sony phone and battery size / SOC), bad analogue output and just ok-ish camera, I will most likely pick something else, something better.

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                              • KZK
                              • 27 Jan 2018

                              Anonymous, 27 Jan 2018When was there ever a side power button FPS on midrange Son... moreXA1 Plus -_-

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                                • Anonymous
                                • JT5
                                • 27 Jan 2018

                                LGFan, 27 Jan 2018Bothies..feature..is..availabe..on..LG..G4..i.e.3..years..backZ2 can use both cameras same time, it is called FACE IN PICTURE

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                                  • Anonymous
                                  • JT5
                                  • 27 Jan 2018

                                  Anonymous, 27 Jan 2018So they got rid of stereo speakers, they got read of finger... moreMidranges never had stereo, except X.
                                  Second grill on xa1 wss microphone

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                                    • Anonymous
                                    • JT5
                                    • 27 Jan 2018

                                    vrvly, 27 Jan 2018Camera output got better colors in stills and a bit sharper... moreUse photo comparison tool, better than iphone

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                                      • Anonymous
                                      • JT5
                                      • 27 Jan 2018

                                      Alex89, 27 Jan 2018an overall nice phone. it looks nice with that borderless e... moreIf you check the tool, it is better than iphone x

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                                        • Alex89
                                        • sps
                                        • 27 Jan 2018

                                        an overall nice phone. it looks nice with that borderless edges and the main camera is better than the z5 and xa1 (check comparison tool ) , long battery life. this should be a best seller....of course with proper marketing , which sony is not good at...:(