Sony Xperia 5

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• Nostalgia
• KIY
• 15 Apr 2024

Ahmed , 14 Apr 2024**Addressing the issues with the Xperia 5 Mark 1:** **Ph... moreyou know in 2014 i was the person who was rooting Galaxy S3 and installing lineage OS ,so I'm pretty familiar with Custom OS , my point was that Android 12 is not officially available for Xperia 5 , So i have to upgrade,As far as speed is concern well it's supersonic because i disabled every single app which i can disable, uninstall everything that is uninstallable,so now the few apps thati have run silky smooth.

and yes it heat up on 4G+ but man it can download 100GB+ games (using hotspot to PC ,Steam, Gta V) in 5 hours like that speed on a phone is crazy
that's why i use phone cooler because if i don't it turn off hotspot saying Mobile is heat up.

so yeah I'll upgrade next year not because it's slow because Xperia 5 Mark 2 has a special features Direct Charging during gaming mean your phone will take power from charging instead of battery during gaming which is pretty sick especially now I'm using Windows emulator so i need this feature crazy.

don't know why I'm telling you all this but i did 🤣

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• Ahmed
• fpK
• 14 Apr 2024

Well said , 14 Apr 2024well everything you said is true But on 4G+ it heat up craz... more**Addressing the issues with the Xperia 5 Mark 1:**

**Phone overheating:**

* Using a phone cooler, as you've already done, is an excellent solution. You can also try closing some background apps and reducing the screen brightness.
* Make sure there's no thick case on the phone, as it can prevent heat dissipation.
* Try using Wi-Fi instead of 4G+ whenever possible.

**Weak battery:**

* Ensure your operating system and apps are updated to the latest versions.
* Close background apps.
* Reduce screen brightness.
* Turn off features like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GPS when not in use.
* Enable power-saving mode.
* Replace the phone battery if it's old or damaged.

**Low screen brightness in sunlight:**

* Make sure the screen brightness is set to the maximum level.
* Use "Outdoor Mode" if available.
* Apply an anti-reflective screen protector.
* Find shade or use a handheld fan to cool the screen.

**Stuck on Android 11:**

* Verify that your phone is receiving OTA updates. If not, try updating manually using Xperia Companion.
* If updating the phone isn't possible, consider installing a custom ROM like LineageOS.

**Notes:**

* The effectiveness of these solutions may vary from phone to phone.
* If you encounter any other issues, contact Sony support or visit an authorized Sony service center.

**Additional tips:**

* Keep the phone clean from dust and debris.
* Avoid dropping or hitting the phone.
* Don't expose the phone to extreme temperatures.
* Use an original Sony charger.

**I hope these solutions help address the problems you're experiencing with your Xperia 5 Mark 1.**

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• Well said
• KId
• 14 Apr 2024

Ahmed, 13 Apr 2024This phone is still in the year 2024 offers a lot of distin... morewell everything you said is true But on 4G+ it heat up crazy so i bought a phone cooler and problem solved but honestly slowly battery is giving up on me i have to charge it 2/3 times per day.

i bought 2 stylish back cover but after 1 Month i throw them away the phone fell much better without cover a risky deal .

the screen brightness no full sunny day is very low ,i sometimes need a shelter to see what's going on my screen, can't see anything in sunlight.

but audio is superb high till this day , display quality is excellent, chipset combine with a cooler is blast for gaming.

but it stuck on Android 11 ,so someday i have go upgrade

if i change it I'll change it to newer Xperia but i don't think I'll ever leave Xperia as a brand it's too close to my heart now.

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• Ahmed
• rpR
• 13 Apr 2024

This phone is still in the year 2024 offers a lot of distinctive performance, especially with a large resolution screen and a very powerful processor, provided that you have a 128 GB version of this phone so that you do not have memory problems from applications and recorded video, this phone is very suitable for one-handed use, unlike other tablets!! Its shape is very thin that makes you feel that it is one piece without details or exaggerated protrusion of buttons and cameras, I advise you to buy a back cover and its appearance will change to luxury. It is silly to change this phone, as all the features in it will do the trick. Unless you're rich, don't care about the personal data you fought for, or just an amateur and game- person.

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• haroon
• Py$
• 29 Mar 2024

which is one is good ? LG G8 or this ? they have same processor and ram, lg g8 is little cheaper in my country

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• ALEEY
• u1v
• 13 Mar 2024

I used this phone few days ago and the performance was amazing. If you love thin and lightweight phones then this'll be good . The gaming performance was also Good. The battery isn't much longer and if u plug in charger and play movies or games it also don't up percentages. Overall performance is super.

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• wixting
• fxT
• 08 Mar 2024

El, 16 Nov 2021Sony Xperia 5 is a big disappointment. I've been Sony ... moreMy one I just bought two days ago it's a used one but looks good like new. The problem is sometimes got sound on music sometimes no sound(mostly no sound) after reset the software using PC Xperia Companion got sound at the starting but no sound after a few hours. Only Bluetooth speaker and Bluetooth headset got sound but no sound during Sound recording even with Bluetooth headset ( only music got sound on Bluetooth) I think is audio ic problem?

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• wixting
• fxT
• 08 Mar 2024

I bought a second hand one last 2 days ago. But I think the audio ic got problem. At the first got sound suddenly no sound I restart the phone keep stuck at the Xperia logo there and keep restarting. After I connect to the PC Xperia Companion and do the software fix. The phone speaker working at the starting time after there no sound again. Even microphone recording no sound even I connect to my Bluetooth headset only got music but no recording sound when I using Whatsapp or testing tools. Anyone got the same problem?

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• wixting
• fxT
• 07 Mar 2024

Anyone know how to fix xperia 5 I bought in sg

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• yes
• KId
• 29 Feb 2024

Farhan, 29 Feb 2024There is a 64 GB version of it. Is it real? Here I only ... moreSoftbank is 6Gb/64GB

i use 128GB sdcard for storage of Videos / game files (OBB) backup.

don't know why softbank decided to reduce storage to 64GB.
i think your model number will be SO-01M

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• Farhan
• XQv
• 29 Feb 2024

There is a 64 GB version of it.
Is it real?
Here I only see 6/128 GB.

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• Its time
• KId
• 24 Feb 2024

TA97, 23 Feb 2024is this phone still worth buying in 2024, i found one in a ... moreit was an excellent device but in 2024 even a brand new Xperia 5 isn't worth it .

i loved Xperia 5 but it's showing sign of aging now.

battery last 4 to 6 hours
display sometimes becomes unresponsive for 1 or 3 second,you have to turn off and on and display becomes right again.
Android 11 version was good but the newer version is beautiful.

Xperia 5 Mark 2 (II) allows you to directly use charging while gaming an excellent feature not available in Xperia 5 (i know Xperia 5 II is latest so it will have some new features)

so my opinion it's an excellent device from the past that is not the right choice in today's world.

I'm planning to Upgrading to Xperia 5 III or IV this year,so it's Time to say goodbye to Xperia 5.

thanks

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• TA97
• rXS
• 23 Feb 2024

is this phone still worth buying in 2024, i found one in a very good condition for a cheap price but i heard that this Xperia 5 lineup has a screen issue (green and pink lines) i know that this is a common problem in the Xperia 5 II , III and IV and I'm wondering if this issue is also present on this model. are there any other common problems on this model

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• khan sahab salam
• KId
• 07 Feb 2024

Hredoy KHan, 07 Feb 2024i want to know about the Screen on time [SOT] in 1 charge c... morekhan sahab
screen on time is around 7 to 8 hours
over night battery drain without usage is 6 to 8% .

screen on time with heavy gaming, 2.5 hours

watching video 7 hours (YouTube)
watching downloaded videos offline (9 hours).

but doing everything you need to charge it 2 times at least per day.

my battery health is at 80% which mean it only charges 80% of original value, check it in About phone (battery life) click on option to check battery health.

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• Hredoy KHan
• u7P
• 07 Feb 2024

No issues in display, 06 Feb 2024bro i buy it last year,used , then i buff (from watch shop)... morei want to know about the Screen on time [SOT] in 1 charge charge and overnight battery drain.

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• No issues in display
• CJX
• 06 Feb 2024

Farhan, 06 Feb 2024Hi, I was thinking of buying this phone or the Xperia 1. ... morebro i buy it last year,used , then i buff (from watch shop) the display and backside to make it shiny, till today no issues but first check it properly before buying I'm just saying that if there is no problem at the time of purchase than display will be fine.

only issue is Battery
bro i need to charge it 3 times a day but i use it to play heaviest games at highest graphics so my usage is high .

in short display till today is brilliant

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• Farhan
• XQv
• 06 Feb 2024

Hi,
I was thinking of buying this phone or the Xperia 1.
I saw some used phone. The price is almost the same for both xperia 1 and 5.
Is there any display green line issue?
Please let me know.
Thanks.

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• Zuni13
• XWk
• 06 Jan 2024

Honestly speaking, I'm using this device and there is no issue at all in display segment, especially the display related calibration and colours accuracy is just joyful and there is no issue like Green tint or black crush is found in this device during my usage. Audio quality is also louder with an extra feature of Dirac HD sound where we can customise audio quality according to the choice. Having a smaller box of 3100mah battery is no doubt a smaller portion of life, now a days, as mostly devices are getting package of 5000mah battery but it's fine for a normal user. A support of 18 watt fast charger with P.D 2.0 is also a gift , i'd tried LG v60 P.D 3.0 charger and surprisingly it took less than 1 hour for complete charging but it degrades the battery life very rapidly so I'll not recommend it.
Camera Performance is just wooow , never disappoints me with telephoto lens , the clear accuracy, details and edges detection is very amazing. I only got disappointment in video stabilisation which is not enough to get justification for any flagship device but not bad.
Signal reception and connectivity is also potent so never got disappointment

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• Chekhoum
• fpJ
• 05 Jan 2024

1- Some say that the fingerprint scanner is bad, in fact this problem can be easily overcome, you can re-register your fingerprint for 3 times by sliding the same finger on the fingerprint reader, in (Settings.. Sécurité.. Fingerprint Manager)
2- It is best to check the real capacity of the battery through the aida64 apk, which you can install from the Google Store. (aida64.. Battery.. Charge Counter) After charging the phone 100% and then compare the result with the real capacity of the battery.
3- It's best when previewing the phone screen.By swiping the light indicator on the highest brightness, then preview any image in dark gray. I hope you don't find a green shade in the middle of the screen, this is a common problem in devices xperia 5.
4- If the battery is low Activating this option will help you complete your day without having to recharge the battery, provided that you do not play heavy games. (Settings.. Battery.. Stamina mode.. [turn on now].. Stamina level.. Battery time preferred).
The battery will be good it will last a whole day with normal use.. The screen in the event of a green shade is a simple problem that will not affect the screen and will only appear in low light at night. The camera is good.
Any other question I'm here
Sorry for taking so long

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• Chekhoum
• CDB
• 03 Jan 2024

I tested the Xperia 5 first generation phone on various games that require very strong settings. The results showed that the phone could run various modern games without problems. However, after a few minutes, users may notice that the phone becomes slightly warm and may experience some lag in some games if they are played at the highest settings. The reason for this is that the processor supports a refresh rate of up to 120 frames per second, while the phone is designed to refresh at 60 frames per second. Therefore, the phone may not be able to keep up with the work of the processor, which is the most powerful component in the phone.
This phone has the Snapdragon 855 that Sony has put in this model only until 2022.Models that appeared after Xperia 5 did not have more powerful processors than the Xperia 5

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