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Sony Xperia X Performance phone review — specs and Genze score

Sony Xperia X Performance Specifications

Also known as Sony Xperia X Performance Dual F8132 with dual-SIM card slots

Sony

Released 2016, Feb 22

3 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)

  • 164.4g, 8.7mm thickness
  • Android 6.0.1, up to Android 8.0
  • 32GB/64GB storage, microSDXC

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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 5.3
Display 4.6
Performance 5.8
Camera 3.9
Body 6.4
Gaming 5.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 1.6
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 5.1/10

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Quick specifications

5.0"

1080x1920 pixels

23MP

1080p

3GB RAM

Snapdragon 820

2700mAh

18W

Score breakdown

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5.1 /10
Performance 5.8/10
Battery 5.3/10
Display 4.6/10
Camera 3.9/10
Body 6.4/10
Gaming 5.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 1.6/10
Sensors 7.2/10
14 nm 2.15 GHz BT 4.2 2016

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - F8131, F8132
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40, 41 - F8131, F8132
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
Announced 2016, February 22. Released 2016, July 01
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 143.7 x 70.4 x 8.7 mm (5.66 x 2.77 x 0.34 in)
Weight 164.4 g (5.78 oz)
Build Glass front, aluminum back, plastic frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Type IPS LCD
Size 5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~68.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
Protection Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
??? Triluminos display

X-Reality Engine
OS Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
CPU Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPU Adreno 530
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Internal 32GB 3GB RAM (SS), 64GB 3GB RAM (DS)
??? eMMC 5.1
Single 23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.3", PDAF
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps, 1080p@60fps
Single 13 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1/3"
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
??? 24-bit/192kHz audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, aptX, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Type Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired, QC2
Colors White, Graphite Black, Lime Gold, Rose Gold
Models SO-04H, F8131, SOV33, F8132, 502SO
SAR 0.58 W/kg (head) 0.67 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.52 W/kg (head) 0.94 W/kg (body)
Price About 170 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 2179
Basemark X: 28450
Display Contrast ratio: 1461 (nominal), 3.234 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 63dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 67dB
Audio quality Noise -95.2dB / Crosstalk -95.1dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 61h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sony Xperia X Performance worth buying in 2026?

Sony Xperia X Performance is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.1/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Sony Xperia X Performance good for gaming?

Sony Xperia X Performance scores 53/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Sony Xperia X Performance?

Sony Xperia X Performance has a 2,700 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Sony Xperia X Performance have?

Sony Xperia X Performance features a 5.00-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Sony Xperia X Performance water resistant?

Sony Xperia X Performance is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Sony Xperia X Performance have?

Sony Xperia X Performance is available with 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia X Performance?

Genze rates Sony Xperia X Performance 5.1/10 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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