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Sony Xperia XA2 Plus review

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The Sony Xperia XA2 Plus currently has an Informr score of 7.9 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 2 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
2.2 GHz
Processor
Processor
2.2 GHz
6"
Screen Size
Screen Size
6"
23+ MP, f/2.0
Camera
Camera
23+ MP, f/2.0
3580 mAh
Battery

What the Critics Are Saying...

Notebookcheck
Notebookcheck

There is an excellent battery life and a pleasant display rich in contrast. The results in the benchmarks hardly play any role in everyday usage, where the Sony smartphone presents a fluid user interface and smoothly running applications. Demanding games can be played well in medium settings, and Bl...

- Mike Wobker, Notebookcheck
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GSMArena

The Sony XA2 Plus is a bit of a tough sell. And that's not because the XA2 Plus isn't a worthy smartphone, on the contrary, it's just that the price at launch is rather uncompetitive, unreasonable if you will. We could see the Sony Xperia XA2 Plus doing well among the loyal Sony fans, as usual, but...

- GSMArena

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Sony backs up the Xperia XA2 Plus with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

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Screen Size
6"

The Sony Xperia XA2 Plus's screen size is 6 inches with 1080 x 2160 pixels resolution.
Processor
2.2 GHz

There is a Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 Octa core 2.2 GHz processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on the Android 8.0 Oreo operating system (OS).
Camera
23+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 23+ MP, f/2.0 camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 8+ megapixels resolution.
Storage
32/64 GB

Internal memory is 32/64 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 400 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
3580mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 3580 mAh battery.

Xperia XA2 Plus Specs

Overview
Release Date August 31, 2018
Regions Available United Kingdom
Operating System Android 8.0 Oreo

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Processor Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 Octa core 2.2 GHz
Internal Storage 32/64 GB
RAM 4/6 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 1.41 W/kg
Body: 1.34 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB USB Type-C
USB OTG Support
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP, PAN
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 400 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 23+ Megapixels, f/2.0
Zoom
 5x digital
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
 Auto focus, Brightness control, Effects, Face detection, Geotagging, Image stabilization, ISO, Multi-shot, Panorama, Self-timer, White balance, HDR, Slow motion recording (120 fps), Exposure value
Video Recording Formats
 MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
 Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels)
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 8+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
 Effects, ISO, Aperture F2.4
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 1080 x 2160 pixels
Pixel Density 402 pixels
Size 6 inches
Secondary Display
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features Capacitive touch screen, Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 3580 mAh
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Aluminium
Colors Black, Silver, Gold, Green
Dimensions [H x W x D] 15.7 x 7.5 x 0.96 cm (6.2 x 3 x 0.4 in)
Weight 205 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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