7 best Sony smartphones

The Japanese company Sony will one day leave the smartphone market - analysts will confirm that everything goes exactly to this. However, this has not happened yet. Then why not get acquainted with the best Sony smartphones among those that can now be found on sale? The authors of the online magazine expert.bigbadmole.com/en/en/ decided to compile this selection.

Top Sony smartphones

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
top best smartphones sony	1	Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium	57 990 ₽
	2	Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact	31 900 ₽
	3	Sony Xperia XZ1	26 490 ₽
	4	Sony Xperia XZs Dual 64GB	34 315 ₽
	5	Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra 32GB	18 440 ₽
	6	Sony Xperia L2	10 519 ₽
	7	Sony Xperia L1	8 539 ₽

Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium

Rating: 4.9

One of the most expensive smartphones among those present in the market for such devices. Very high cost associated with unique technologies used in the manufacture of the device. For example, the Japanese introduced a double camera here, inside which the matrices with a resolution of 19 and 12 Mp are hidden. The aperture is opened to a value of f / 1.8, which allows you to get high-quality images even in the dark. But the main feature of this camera is video. And it's not even about the fact that the user can record video in 4K resolution. This camera can shoot at high speed, which is useful when fixing any action moments.

It is great that the Japanese producer thought about those people who love to take selfies. Such frames are shot using a 13-megapixel front camera. This camera is endowed with wide-angle optics, so the user will not exactly run into problems.

You can buy this smartphone not only for the sake of photo and video. The device has high-quality stereo speakers, thanks to which listening to music causes only positive emotions. Also, the gadget is able to transmit sound in high quality to wireless headphones - it uses Bluetooth 5.0. Other supported wireless standards include NFC, Wi-Fi 802.11ac and LTE-A 18th category. The work of all this good and the Android 8.0 operating system is provided by the Snapdragon 845 top processor. 6 GB of operational and 64 GB of permanent memory are also part of the device. The Japanese have not forgotten about the slot for an external drive, the maximum supported volume of which here is 400 GB.

Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium allows you to connect and ordinary headphones - the manufacturer did not deprive his creation of the 3.5-millimeter audio jack. At the same time, somewhere in the depths of this nest there is a special glue, because the gadget has water protection. But the main "chip" of this device is, of course, the LCD display. This is almost the only smartphone whose screen has a resolution of 3840x2160 pixels! Real 4K in your mobile device! Pixel Density - 760 dpi! Another thing - is this permission necessary? Will it provide some new impressions at the 5.8-inch diagonal? Each buyer will answer this question independently. However, such a unique device just could not get into our rating.

Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact

Rating: 4.8

The Japanese company regularly releases compact versions of its flagships. Not bypassed this tradition side and fresh Sony Xperia XZ2. The variant called Compact turned out to be really quite small - there is only a 5-inch display on its front panel. The screen resolution has decreased, but 2160x1080 pixels - this is very bad for such a diagonal. Pixel density is 483 PPI, and the vast majority of currently existing smartphones cannot boast of such a parameter. What is happening on the display is controlled by the Android 8.0 operating system, a more recent version of the "green robot" at the time of this writing does not exist. Well, the software is provided by the Snapdragon 845 processor. It is surprising that the Japanese, when creating a compact device, decided not to abandon the top processor. They saved a little bit only in memory - here the buyer is waiting for 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of ROM.

Unfortunately, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact could not get the same dual camera. Otherwise, there would be no point in buying a older brother. As a result, the compact model received a 19-megapixel module, equipped with only one lens. The possibility of 4K-video filming has not disappeared, but the aperture has become more closed. In short, this unit removes a little worse flagships from other manufacturers. Front camera resolution has been reduced to 5 megapixel, which will upset someone even more.

Perhaps we talked about the saddest part. The remaining characteristics of the device cause only positive emotions, due to which the product got a place in our rating. The device shows ideal results for wireless data transmission, for which one should thank the support of the LTE-A standard of the 15th category. Also present here are wireless modules including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 and a very useful NFC. Nowhere is the fingerprint scanner, increasing the security of personal information. Battery capacity does not exceed 2870 mAh, but this is an excellent option for a fairly small smartphone. Of course, Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging technology is supported, but the corresponding network adapter needs to be bought separately (here Sony has gone in the footsteps of Apple).

Sony Xperia XZ1

Rating: 4.7

Another very expensive smartphone. His official announcement took place in the fall of 2017. Practically all the technologies that were available to the mobile division of Sony at that moment were incorporated in this device. Surprisingly, even then the Japanese learned how to create cameras that can shoot at a speed of 960 frames / s. This means that the Sony Xperia XZ1 can be used for super slow motion video. Of course, this can only be done for a few seconds. However, action events rarely last longer. Another feature of the camera is 3D scanning. However, this function is used only in a few applications, so it is unlikely that you will remember its existence.

The smartphone went on sale in three colors. In any case, the buyer is waiting for the body of metal and glass. All this looks pretty damn nice, Sony knows a lot about design. But most of all, some people will like the fact that the device looks quite different from other manufacturers.Also it is impossible not to appreciate the availability of water protection. Such a device can be dropped into the bath, nothing will happen to it after that. The device weighs 156 g - this is more than an acceptable value.

The screen here uses a 5.2-inch IPS-panel. The resolution is 1920x1080 pixels. Pixelization to the naked eye is completely invisible. Well, if you look at the back panel, here the camera lens attracts attention, under which the 13-megapixel sensor is hidden. The result of the shooting is pleasantly pleased, but nothing else was expected of Sony products. Another smartphone has stereo speakers, providing high-quality sound. If this is required, the sound can be output to the headphones, using the 3.5-mm audio jack. Wireless headset is also supported - it is connected via Bluetooth 5.0.

The device is powered by the eight-core Snapdragon 835 chipset. In 2017, it was considered a top-end one - the processor simply did not exist any more powerful. Also, there are 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of permanent memory somewhere near the case - more Android 8.0 usually does not require more. LTE-A and Wi-Fi 802.11ac can be used to access the Internet. Well, pay for purchases allows NFC. If we talk about the protection of confidential data, it provides a fingerprint scanner. It remains to add that the battery installed here has a capacity of 2700 mAh and support for Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 fast charging technology - this will be enough for most buyers. But the price tag of many of them scare. But for Sony products almost always ask for big money.

Sony Xperia XZs Dual 64GB

Rating: 4.6

Another Japanese smartphone in our ranking, on the front of which is a 5.2-inch display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. This screen is ideal for viewing all kinds of videos. Games look great on this display. It's nice that they won't have to reduce the level of graphics, because here they use the powerful Snapdragon 820 processor, which was considered top-end a couple of years ago. Also under the case of the device hiding 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of permanent memory. It is possible that the amount of internal storage you will be small, so the slot for a microSD card should be useful.

When creating this smartphone, the Japanese have relied on water protection. As a result, the buyer will be able to use the device at the seaside or in the bathroom. That is, this smartphone can safely take your boat trip. For this purpose, a 19-megapixel camera is used, the aperture of which is expanded to f / 2. This module produces very high-quality images. But the greatest delight is caused by the video, which can be carried out in 4K-resolution. Also should please the front camera - its resolution is 13 megapixels.

As befits an expensive smartphone, it includes a large number of wireless modules. Among them are the 11th category LTE-A, Bluetooth 4.2 and NFC. Therefore, the device is suitable to pay for their purchases. No problem with Internet access at high speed. Slightly saddens only Wi-Fi - this module does not support the standard 802.11n.

Perhaps more than a smartphone has no particular drawbacks. The Japanese have not forgotten about the fingerprint scanner. Well, the battery capacity is 2900 mAh - it is quite a good parameter, though not a record one.

Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra 32GB

Rating: 4.5

This smartphone was introduced in February 2017. The smartphone belongs to the mid-budget segment, in connection with which he received several simplifications. However, in appearance this cannot be said - the Japanese product has traditionally received a stylish design, recognizable at first glance. At the same time, four color options are on sale - for Sony smartphones, this is an unusually wide variety.

The device turned out to be quite large. On its front panel is located 6-inch IPS-display. But if subsequent flagships were surprisingly at record resolution, then here this parameter is 1920x1080 pixels. Fortunately, with such a diagonal and this value is enough to not see pixelation.

Despite the mid-budget segment, the gadget received excellent cameras. If you look solely at the resolution, then the device surpasses the flagships almost simultaneously released by this parameter! The resolution of the rear camera is 23 megapixels, which allows you to create very detailed photos. Unfortunately, at night the pictures are not of the highest quality - the diaphragm affects, revealed only to the value of f / 2. It should be noted, and the presence here of optical image stabilization, helping out at certain moments. If we talk about the "front-end", then its resolution is 16 Mp.

It can please the smartphone with many other characteristics. For example, fast Internet access provides LTE-A of the fourth category. Connecting to the router via the standard Wi-Fi 802.11n. Equally useful is the NFC chip - it allows you to quickly connect to cameras and other electronic equipment, as well as pay for purchases in a regular store. It should be noted, and Bluetooth 4.2 - this module helps in transmitting sound to wireless headsets. Well, the work of Android 7.0 and all the above good is provided by MediaTek Helio P20 - an eight-core chip, the power of which is enough for many modern games. Help the chipset 4 GB of RAM. To store files are 32 GB of internal storage. This may not seem like much, but no one forbids buying a microSD card.

Sony Xperia L2

Rating: 4.5

Another smartphone, made in the corporate style of Sony. It must be one of the most durable devices from the Japanese manufacturer - no more than 13 thousand rubles are asked for it. The same device can be considered far from the most advanced among those that are present in this rating. A good confirmation of this is the processor, in which the modest MediaTek MT6737T is involved. This chipset is complemented by a video accelerator Mali-T720 MP2, the power reserve of which is only enough to run games with a reduced level of graphics. I am glad that at least the manufacturer didn’t save money - the buyer is waiting for 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of ROM. Nowhere is the memory card slot, which recognizes as much as 256-gigabyte drives.

Smartphone can not be called compact. On its front side is a 5.5-inch display. It is a pity that the manufacturer had to save, resulting in a screen resolution of only 1280x720 pixels. However, the buyer will not be seeing pixelation, especially if he is not used to much more expensive smartphones. This display was created using IPS technology, so the viewing angles were maximal. Above the display you can see the front camera lens. Its resolution has been increased to 8 megapixels, which is good news.Another device has a rear camera, the resolution of which is 13 megapixels, and the diaphragm - f / 2. However, you should not expect miracles from it - the flagships take off much better.

If we talk about communication standards, then it is impossible to find fault with the device. The Japanese have implemented support for LTE-A, which allows you to access the Internet at high speed. Sound is transmitted to the headset via Bluetooth 4.2. Not forgotten, and NFC-chip. And how without him, if he is present in a variety of accessories Sony?

In short, the Japanese turned out to be a good device. Here, even a fingerprint scanner is present, best protecting sensitive data. The capacity of the battery is up to 3300 mAh, which can be called the optimal parameter (although even with it the charge is consumed very actively). It is a pity that such a good smartphone received an insufficiently powerful chipset.

Sony Xperia L1

Rating: 4.4

One of the most "ancient" smartphones in our ranking. He is also the cheapest. Although even 11 thousand rubles. may seem overstated. Must be that kind of money sellers are asking only for a memorable design. We immediately see that in the hand of the owner is a smartphone Sony. The rest of the device is not able to surprise with some unusual "chips." It has a standard 5.5-inch display with a resolution of 1280x720 pixels. It was created using IPS technology, so with color rendering and viewing angles, everything is in order. The picture displays the operating system Android 7.0, which is unlikely to become obsolete in the coming years. It should be noted, and the thickness not exceeding 8.7 mm. It is surprising that with this parameter the weight of the smartphone reaches an impressive 180 g.

Above the screen you can see the front camera lens. But you can not wait for any elegant result of photography - the resolution of the matrix is ​​only 5 Mp. The rear camera is slightly better - its resolution reaches 13 megapixels, and the diaphragm is expanded to f / 2.2. Photos and videos can be quickly uploaded to the social network. For this purpose, support for LTE-A networks is intended. Understands the smartphone and the standard Wi-Fi 802.11ac, which will surely appeal to the owners of new routers. Bluetooth 4.2 is used for sound transmission. Well, it is impossible not to note the presence of NFC-chip. With it, not only accelerates synchronization with wireless devices, but also makes payments in regular stores.

As a processor, MediaTek MT6737T is used here. Its 4 cores operate at a clock frequency of 1450 MHz. The budget component is obvious! The Mali-T720 MP2 video accelerator will not exactly allow you to play with the maximum graphics settings. Serious limitation are the 2 GB of RAM. As for the built-in storage, then its volume is 16 GB. Fortunately, it can be expanded by installing a memory card of up to 256 GB. But you can’t do anything with the absence of a fingerprint sensor - you have to protect the contents of the memory with a PIN code or a pattern key.

Somewhere inside the device is a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 2620 mAh. The network adapter connects to the USB Type-C connector, which is good news. Of course, fast charging technology is supported.

Conclusion

Sony products have one feature. Usually she gets an excellent camera. Take yourself such a device can be at least for the sake of it. However, as you may have noticed, Japanese gadgets have a lot of other advantages.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.