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GSMArena team, 14 March 2018

Sony Xperia XZ2 review

  • Comments (429)
  • User reviews
  • Xperia XZ2
  • 4.3

1. Introduction, specs, unboxing
  1. 1. Introduction, specs, unboxing
  2. 2. 360-degree view, design and hardware overview
  3. 3. Lab tests - display, battery, loudspeaker, audio quality
  4. 4. Software
  5. 5. Snapdragon 845 performance benchmarks
  6. 6. Camera
  7. 7. Competition, pros and cons, the verdict
  8.  
  9. Sony Xperia XZ2 specification
  10. User opinions and reviews
  11. Review comments (429)

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Introduction

It's no secret that Sony is undergoing some substantial changes, with more likely still ahead on the company roadmap. While we can't exactly say for sure how the recently-announced, upcoming CEO change will trickle down to other management positions, as well as products and design directions in particular divisions, like Sony Mobile, it is pretty clear that the company is already morphing.

You don't really have to look any further than the new Xperia XZ2 and its little Compact sibling for proof that Sony is evolving even if slowly. The 2018 flagship is different in a number of ways, some of which more controversial than others.

Sony Xperia XZ2 Specs

  • Body: Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 5 back and front; IP65/68; 153 x 72 x 11.1mm, 198g.
  • Screen: 5.7-inch, 18:9, FHD+ IPS LCD, HDR, 424 PPI
  • Rear Camera: 19MP, 1/2.3" Sony IMX400 camera, f/2.0 lens, predictive hybrid laser/phase detection/contrast AF, burst AF, IR sensor for white balance, LED flash, dedicated hardware shutter key, BIONZ for mobile image-processing engine; ISO 12,800
  • Video Recording: 4K video recording @30fps, HDR video up to 4K, 1080p @60fps, 1080p @960fps, 720p @960fps, Steady Shot; Stereo audio recording; Predictive capture; ISO 4000
  • Front Camera: 5MP, 1/5" Exmor RS for mobile, 23mm wide angle lens, 90-degree FOV, f/2.2; 1080p video
  • Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, Kryo 385 (8x custom Cortex-A75 @ up to 2.8GHz), Adreno 630GPU
  • Memory: 4GB RAM, 64GB UFS + microSD (up to 400GB)
  • OS: Android 8.0 Oreo
  • Battery: 3180mAh; Quick Charge 3.0; Wireless Charge (QI)
  • Connectivity: Hybrid dual SIM (4G), 4G VoLTE, 5CA LTE Cat.18, 4x4 MIMO, dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS/GLONASS, NFC, USB 3.1 Type-C
  • Audio: Dynamic vibration system, High-res audio, DSEE HX, LDAC, Stereo speakers with S-Force surround, aptX HD audio
  • Misc: Fingerprint sensor, 3D creator scan with back and front cameras, SDR to HDR video upconversion

Whether or not the new design appeals to you is clearly a matter of personal taste and something we can't really weigh in on. It is equally hard to say with certainty, if it is better than Sony's designs of old. What we can and intend to do, however, is provide an in-depth look on the new "Ambient Flow" concept, the changes, omissions and additions it brought about and hopefully help you build an opinion from there.

Sony Xperia XZ2 review

The same goes for the performance of the Xperia XZ2. Having a decked-out specs sheet is one thing, but actually building a good experience around it poses a whole other set of challenges. Stick around as we dig deeper into all matters, Xperia XZ2.

Unboxing

But, before we get into any of the more serious aspects, let's see the first impression the Xperia XZ2 makes. The box it ships in is nothing too fancy, but rather just sturdy and functional enough to get the logistics job done right. We've always been proponents of this approach, over fancy packages, that add additional cost and then gather dust in a drawer.

Sony Xperia XZ2 review

Sony's box of choice is a two-piece affair, made of sturdy printed cardboard - toned-down colors, nothing too extravagant. Still the internals feature nifty plastic trays to hold everything securely in place.

In terms of accessories, you get a fairly compact wall charger and a USB cable to go with it. As promised, Sony is also bundling a Type-C to 3.5mm adapter, to make up for going down the Apple road and ditching the audio jack.

Our review unit came with a basic USB-C to 3.5mm adapter, but Sony did promise it would include a more versatile Y-style splitter in retail boxes on certain markets (Europe for sure), so users charge and listen at the same time.

Also, given the company's track record and ever-growing assortment of audio accessories, you can likely expect to find the Xperia XZ2 bundled with a pair of headphones on many markets, for a better deal.

We only wish the provided charger was QuickCharge-enabled. If you are after a quick charger, quick might have to buy one separately. That being said, some extra digging revealed that the accessory package for both the XZ2 and the XZ2 Compact will vary quite a bit from market to market. Many will be receiving a Quick Charge 3 unit in the box. You can also expect to find a pair of Sony MH750 headphones. Check with your retailer of choice to be sure.

Next Page » 2. 360-degree view, design and hardware overview
1. Introduction, specs, unboxing
  1. 1. Introduction, specs, unboxing
  2. 2. 360-degree view, design and hardware overview
  3. 3. Lab tests - display, battery, loudspeaker, audio quality
  4. 4. Software
  5. 5. Snapdragon 845 performance benchmarks
  6. 6. Camera
  7. 7. Competition, pros and cons, the verdict
  8.  
  9. Sony Xperia XZ2 specification
  10. User opinions and reviews
  11. Review comments (429)

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Sony Xperia XZ2 review - Reader comments

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  • King
  • PZK
  • 27 Oct 2021

I cant add my finger to lock screen ..

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  • Lurays
  • tZ4
  • 09 Oct 2021

Xz2 with android 10. Still no have issue fix from Sony?

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  • e
  • x7w
  • 26 May 2021

that "conventional" vibration motor was actually their xz1's one lol

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