Sony Xperia XA2 vs Xperia XZ1: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia XZ1 is the clear winner, boasting a significantly more powerful processor, a brighter display, and a generally more premium experience. While the XA2 offers impressive battery life, the XZ1's performance and display advantages make it the better choice for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia XA2 | Sony Xperia XZ1 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - H3123 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - F8341, F8342 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 25, 28, 29, 66 - H3123 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66 - G8341 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat13 600/150 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - H3133, H4133 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 29, 38, 40, 41, 66 - G8343 | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2018, January. Released 2018, February | 2017, August 31. Released 2017, September 19 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum back, aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 142 x 70 x 9.7 mm (5.59 x 2.76 x 0.38 in) | 148 x 73.4 x 7.4 mm (5.83 x 2.89 x 0.29 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 171 g (6.03 oz) | 155 g (5.47 oz) |
| - | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density) | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density) |
| Size | 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~75.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~68.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD, HDR10 |
| - | Triluminos display X-Reality Engine | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 | Octa-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm) | Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 508 | Adreno 540 |
| OS | Android 8.0 (Oreo) | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie) |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only |
| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM |
| - | UFS 2.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Single | 23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.3", PDAF | 19 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/2.3", 1.22µm, predictive PDAF |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec., HDR | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Single | 8 MP, f/2.4, 1/4.0" | 13 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1/3" |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS) |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE | 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 18W wired, QC3 | 18W wired, QC3 |
| Type | Li-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable | Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Silver, Black, Blue, Pink | Black, Warm Silver, Venus Pink, Moonlit Blue |
| Models | H4113, H3113, H4133, H3123 | G8341, G8342, F8341, F8342, G8343, SOV36, SO-01K |
| Price | About 200 EUR | About 260 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Audio quality | Noise -92.8dB / Crosstalk -87.8dB | Noise -93.3dB / Crosstalk -90.2dB |
| Battery life | Endurance rating 92h | Endurance rating 82h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1327:1 (nominal), 2.938 (sunlight) | Contrast ratio: 1406 (nominal), 3.765 (sunlight) |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 68dB / Noise 72dB / Ring 78dB | Voice 65dB / Noise 68dB / Ring 69dB |
| Performance | GeekBench: 4215 (v4.4) GFXBench: 6fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | GeekBench: 6541 (v4.4), 1527 (v5.1) GFXBench: 25fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia XA2
- Excellent battery life
- Compact and lightweight design
- Good value for money
- Decent display contrast
- Less powerful processor
- Lower screen brightness
- Camera performance lags behind XZ1
- Older design
Sony Xperia XZ1
- Powerful Snapdragon 835 processor
- Brighter and more readable display
- Superior camera performance
- Premium build quality
- Faster charging (likely)
- Slightly shorter battery life
- Higher price (originally)
- Can get warm under heavy load
Display Comparison
Both phones feature excellent contrast ratios (1327:1 for XA2, 1406:1 for XZ1). However, the XZ1 shines with significantly better sunlight readability (3.765 vs 2.938), making it easier to use outdoors. The XZ1 also likely has slightly better color accuracy and brightness, though specific panel details are needed for a definitive assessment.
Camera Comparison
While both offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities, the XZ1's superior processor and likely more advanced camera hardware (sensor size, aperture, image processing) generally result in better image quality, especially in low light. The XZ1 also likely supports features like 4K video recording and more advanced image stabilization.
Performance
The XZ1's Snapdragon 835 chipset is a substantial upgrade over the XA2's Snapdragon 630. Expect noticeably faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the XZ1. The XZ1's Kryo cores offer a significant performance boost.
Battery Life
The XA2 holds a slight edge in battery endurance with a reported 92h versus the XZ1's 82h. However, this difference is relatively small and real-world usage will vary. The XZ1's more powerful processor will consume more power under heavy load.
Buying Guide
The Sony Xperia XA2 is ideal for budget-conscious users prioritizing long battery life and a compact form factor. The Xperia XZ1 is suited for those seeking a faster processor, a brighter display, and a more premium build quality, even if it means sacrificing some battery endurance.