Sony Xperia X

849 reviews

Nov, 2024

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performance (169)
usability (162)
camera (156)
design (90)
size (78)

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battery (70)
reception (3)
GPS navigation (2)
social network (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 849 reviews of Sony Xperia X. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Reviewers really like the screen and design. The camera and performance are also appreciated. Some have doubts about the social networking functionality and GPS navigation, and there are mixed opinions on the connectivity and battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Cell phones the Sony Xperia X is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 88/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Xperia X

alaTest has collected and analyzed 4 user reviews of Sony Xperia X from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 2.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the screen and price. The design and usability are also mentioned favorably, but reviews are divided on the performance.

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50% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony Xperia X

alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of Sony Xperia X from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the design and usability. The camera and portability are also appreciated. There are some mixed reviews about the price and battery. There are some critical reviews about the size.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : GSMArena team (gsmarena.com)

Sony Xperia X, X Performance and XA: Sony at MWC 2016

As most others focus on phablets, Sony showed the 5" market a lot of love with the new Xperia X series. The Xperia X Performance is essentially a Z-phone in disguise. Better yet, not even the Z5 has a brushed metal back.

Feb, 2016

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Expert review by : Nic Healey (cnet.com)

When you feel the need for speed, the Xperia X Performance is there for you (review)

The Sony Xperia X Performance drives rings around the basic Xperia X even if it does cost a little bit more.

Absolutely brimming with power, the Sony Xperia X Performance is well designed and the only new Xperia to be waterproof.

Battery life needs a big boost for this phone to live up to its potential.

The Xperia X Performance runs rings around the basic Xperia X and is a great phone for anyone who likes their handsets with a bit of grunt.

Jun, 2016

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Expert review by : Ajay Kumar (pcmag.com)

Sony Xperia X

The Sony Xperia X is an unlocked Android phone with good overall performance, but it's priced too high for what you get.

Solid performance. Good camera. Expandable storage. Most bloatware, including stock apps, can be uninstalled.

Relatively expensive. Average specs. Not waterproof.

Software and Conclusions The Xperia X comes running Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow . Sony isn't necessarily the first manufacturer to roll out new updates, but it is one of the most reliable, usually updating its entire lineup, so it's a good bet the Xperia...

Jun, 2016

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Expert review by : Chris Welch (theverge.com)

Sony Xperia X review: X marks the flop

Sony's smartphone business is in dire need of a reboot — something to jumpstart the company's mobile ambitions after years of being ignored by US carriers. Competitors like Samsung and Huawei are...

Beautiful display ; Metal back won't shatter like glass ; Battery lasts through the day

Wildly overpriced ; Uninspired design ; No fingerprint reader on US model

Jun, 2016

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Expert review by : Jessica Dolcourt (cnet.com)

Sony's Xperia X is awesome to use one-handed (review)

Its compact shape and 5-inch screen makes Sony's less expensive Android phone a great fit.

The Sony Xperia X is a winning compact phone for its high-quality camera and ergonomic in-hand fit. The dedicated camera button gives you a convenient quick-shoot option.

Battery life is constrained, and the fingerprint reader won't work on the US version of the phone.

A reliable and likable midrange phone, the Xperia X stands out for its palm-friendly build and strong camera, but we can't recommend it for US customers.

May, 2016

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Sony Xperia X (black graphite)

But you do, and that's extremely useful for all the times when I've got my arms full with my giant purse, work badge, groceries, a cup of tea, a handhold on the bus, whatever. With your square sides that are easy to grip and the fast-acting fingerprint...

The Sony Xperia X is a winning compact phone for its high-quality camera and ergonomic in-hand fit. The dedicated camera button gives you a convenient quick-shoot option.

Battery life is constrained, and the fingerprint reader won't work on the US version of the phone.

A reliable and likable midrange phone, the Xperia X stands out for its palm-friendly build and strong camera, but we can't recommend it for US customers.

May, 2016

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Expert review by : Manuel Masiero (notebookcheck.net)

Sony Xperia X Smartphone Review

Ambitious. The Sony Xperia X aims to be a top smartphone and a photo artist in one device. Although the 5-inch Android system brings many features and high performance, is cannot fully meet its high, self-imposed claims.

elegant chassis ; fingerprint sensor ; 20 GB free storage space ; Android 6.0 ; WiFi 802.11ac and LTE ; high voice quality ; good camera ; bright display ; high system performance ; good battery life

expensive ; no 4K video recordings ; throttling under full load ; poor micro SD transfer rates ; non-removable battery ; quick-charge power adapter only for a surcharge

The Sony Xperia X does a lot of things right, but cannot entirely live up to its self-imposed claim of being a top smartphone. Nevertheless, there are many arguments in favor of the 5-inch Android phone. It features an elegant case made of aluminum and...

Aug, 2016

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Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)

Sony Xperia X-Series single and dual-SIM smartphones

Sony Mobile launches two new Xperia Android smartphones : At 2016 IFA Show in Berlin, Sony Mobile proudly presented the all-new Xperia X-Series smartphones. Sony's first flagship of the X series, Xperia XZ, and premium Xperia X Compact bring new and...

The Sony Xperia XZ smartphone will launch globally from October 2016 and the Sony Xperia X Compact phone will launch globally from September 2016 . The Xperia XZ will be available in both Single SIM and Dual SIM variants.

Sep, 2016

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Expert review by : Daniel P. (phonearena.com)

Sony Xperia X vs Apple iPhone 6s

Sony introduced a new portfolio of phones earlier this year, aiming to take a new direction from the aging Z-series. The Xperia X sits right smack in the middle of the new X-line in terms of specs, but not in price, so on paper it's not really the...

Great all-around camera ; Rich and quality app ecosystem ; Thin and light chassis ; Considerably better screen ; Faster performance all-around

With its more elegant body, better camera, faster chipset, and record LTE band support, the iPhone 6s seems destined to remain the popular choice compared to the Xperia X. Moreover, Sony priced its midranger just a hundred lower than the iPhone 6s,...

Jun, 2016

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Expert review by : Chris P. (phonearena.com)

Sony Xperia X vs Sony Xperia Z5

Not even a day has gone by this past year without someone, somewhere, pondering over the unfortunate fate of esteemed manufacturers of old. Nokia, BlackBerry, even HTC, all are having trouble staying relevant in an increasingly murderous smartphone...

Less color-incorrect display ; Better-suited for heavy gaming ; Superior camera with 4K UHD video capture ; Stronger loudspeaker volume

Available for order at $549.99, the Xperia X is a smartphone that doesn't disappoint, but feels a bit too expensive for what it offers. And thanks to its seniority, the Xperia Z5 is dangerously close in terms of pricing—nowadays you can score one for...

Jun, 2016

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