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Sony Xperia X Compact Specifications
Sony
Released 2016, Sep 1
3 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650
- 135g, 9.5mm thickness
- Android 6.0.1, up to Android 8.0
- 32GB storage, microSDXC
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 5.3 | — |
| Display | 4.4 | — |
| Performance | 4.4 | — |
| Camera | 3.9 | — |
| Body | 5.2 | — |
| Gaming | 4.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 1.6 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
4.6"
720x1280 pixels
23MP
1080p
3GB RAM
Snapdragon 650
2700mAh
18W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - F5321 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - F5321 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2016, September 01. Released 2016, September 08 |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 129 x 65 x 9.5 mm (5.08 x 2.56 x 0.37 in) |
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| Weight | 135 g (4.76 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, plastic frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 4.6 inches, 58.3 cm2 (~69.6% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~319 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 | |
| ??? | Triluminos display X-Reality Engine |
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Platform
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OS | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8956 Snapdragon 650 | |
| CPU | Hexa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72) | |
| GPU | Adreno 510 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 4.5 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.3", PDAF |
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| Features | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 5 MP |
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| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| ??? | 24-bit/192kHz audio |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
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| Bluetooth | 4.2, A2DP, aptX, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent) | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 18W wired, QC3 | |
| Stand-by | Up to 710 h (2G) / Up to 750 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 11 h (2G) / Up to 14 h (3G) |
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Misc
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Colors | White, Universe black, Mist blue |
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| Models | SO-02J, F5321 | |
| SAR | 0.66 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 1.08 W/kg (head) 1.25 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 220 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | Basemark OS II 2.0: 1738 Basemark X: 15415 |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: 1225 (nominal), 3.694 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 64dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 69dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -95.1dB / Crosstalk -90.8dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 73h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia X Compact worth buying in 2026?
Sony Xperia X Compact is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 4.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
What is the battery capacity of Sony Xperia X Compact?
Sony Xperia X Compact has a 2,700 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Xperia X Compact have?
Sony Xperia X Compact features a 4.60-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
How much RAM does Sony Xperia X Compact have?
Sony Xperia X Compact is available with 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia X Compact?
Genze rates Sony Xperia X Compact 4.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
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