Verdict
The Sony Xperia 5 III is a compact flagship phone that offers a lot of features and performance for its size. The phone has a beautiful display, a powerful processor, a long-lasting battery, and a superb camera system. The phone is perfect for anyone who loves photography and videography, and who wants a phone that can fit in their pocket.
PRICE LIST | |
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Price in Pakistan | PKR 166,999 Expected |
Other Countries | $601 €569 £474 ¥4358 ₹50767 ﷼2254 Expected |
NETWORK | |
Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
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 |
4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - USA |
5G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - USA |
Speed | HSPA, LTE-A, 5G |
LAUNCH | |
Announced | 2021, April 14 |
Status | Available. Released 2021, October 08 |
BODY | |
Dimensions | 157 x 68 x 8.2 mm (6.18 x 2.68 x 0.32 in) |
Weight | 168 g (5.93 oz) |
Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame |
SIM | Single SIM (Nano-SIM) or Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY | |
Size | 6.1 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~81.4% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~449 ppi density) |
Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
PLATFORM | |
OS | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13 |
Chipset | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm) |
CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
GPU | Adreno 660 |
MEMORY | |
Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
MAIN CAMERA | |
Triple | 12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.3, 70mm (telephoto), f/2.8, 105mm (telephoto), 1/2.9", Dual Pixel PDAF, 3x/4.4x optical zoom, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 124˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.6", Dual Pixel PDAF |
Features | Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking |
Video | 4K@24/25/30/60/120fps HDR, 1080p@30/60/120fps; 5-axis gyro-EIS, OIS |
FRONT CAMERA | |
Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4", 1.12µm |
Features | HDR |
Video | 1080p@30fps, 5-axis gyro-EIS |
SOUND | |
Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
3.5mm jack | Yes |
COMMS | |
WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, aptX HD, LE |
Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
NFC | Yes |
Radio | No |
USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, video output |
FEATURES | |
Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass, color spectrum |
BATTERY | |
Type | Li-Po 4500 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | Wired, PD, 50% in 30 min (advertised) |
MISC | |
Colors | Black, Green, Pink |
Models | XQBQ62/G, XQBQ52G.UKCX, XQBQ52B.UKCX, XQ-BQ52, XQ-BQ72, XQ-BQ42, XQ-BQ62, SO-53B |
Design and Display
The Xperia 5 III is a compact phone that measures 157 x 68 x 8.2 mm and weighs 168 grams. It is IP65/IP68 dust and water-resistant, with an aluminum frame and glass on both the front and back. The phone features a 21:9 aspect ratio 6.1-inch OLED display. The display has a resolution of 1080 x 2520 pixels, supports HDR, and has a 120Hz refresh rate, which makes everything smooth and responsive. The phone comes in three colors: black, green, and pink.
Performance and Storage
The Xperia 5 III is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G chipset, which is one of the most powerful processors. It includes 128GB or 256GB of internal storage that can be increased with a microSD card, along with 8GB of RAM. The phone has Sony’s minimalistic proprietary user interface on top of Android 11. Whether you’re gaming, streaming, or working on-the-go, the Xperia 5 III delivers a lag-free experience.
Camera System
The Xperia 5 III has a triple-camera system on the back, which consists of a 12MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 12MP telephoto camera. The ultra-wide-angle camera has a 124-degree field of view, an f/2.2 aperture, and dual-pixel autofocus. The camera system of the Xperia 5 III is very versatile and capable, and it can capture stunning photos in various scenarios. The main camera produces sharp and detailed images with natural colors and dynamic range. The Xperia 5 III has an 8MP selfie camera on the front, which has an f/2.0 aperture and a fixed focus.
Battery and Connectivity
The Xperia 5 III has a 4500 mAh battery, which is the same as the Xperia 1 III. The battery life of the Xperia 5 III is excellent, which can charge the battery from 0 to 50% in 30 minutes. The Xperia 5 III has a minimalist design with a side-mounted fingerprint scanner and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It also has stereo speakers, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GLONASS, GPS, and USB Type-C 3.1.
Here is an overview of the pricing information for the Sony Xperia 5 III in Pakistan:
Please note that pricing details are subject to change and may vary depending on the retailer or provider. It is always advisable to confirm the price before making a purchase.