Verdict
The Sony Xperia 1 II is a premium smartphone that offers a 4K OLED display, a triple camera system, and 5G connectivity. It is suitable for users who are looking for a cinematic and gaming device that can also take great photos and videos.
PRICE LIST | |
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Price in Pakistan | PKR 85,999 Expected |
Other Countries | $309 €294 £245 ¥2244 ₹26057 ﷼1160 Expected |
NETWORK | |
Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
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, 66 |
5G Bands | 1, 3, 28, 77, 78 NSA/Sub6 |
Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (6CA) Cat19 1600/150 Mbps, 5G (2+ Gbps DL) |
LAUNCH | |
Announced | 2020, February 24 |
Status | Available. Released 2020, May 22 |
BODY | |
Dimensions | 165.1 x 71.1 x 7.6 mm (6.5 x 2.80 x 0.30 in) |
Weight | 181.4 g (6.38 oz) |
Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame |
SIM | Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
DISPLAY | |
Size | 6.5 inches, 98.6 cm2 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
Resolution | 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~643 ppi density) |
Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
PLATFORM | |
OS | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12 |
Chipset | Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) |
CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
GPU | Adreno 650 |
MEMORY | |
Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
Internal | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
MAIN CAMERA | |
Triple | 12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.8µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, 3x optical zoom, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 124˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", Dual Pixel PDAF 0.3 MP, TOF 3D, (depth) |
Features | Zeiss optics, 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 | 5.1, A2DP, aptX HD, LE |
Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
NFC | Yes |
Radio | No |
USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
FEATURES | |
Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass, color spectrum |
BATTERY | |
Type | Li-Po 4000 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | 21W wired, PD 11W wireless |
MISC | |
Colors | Black, Purple, Mirror Lake Green |
Models | XQ-AT51, XQ-AT52, SOG01, XQ-AT42 |
Design and Display
The aluminum frame of the Sony Xperia 1 II houses glass on both the front and back. It weighs 181.4 g and has dimensions of 165.1 x 71.1 x 7.6 mm. Mirror Lake Green, White, Black, and Purple are the four colors available for the smartphone. The Sony Xperia 1 II boasts a 6.5-inch OLED display with a 21:9 aspect ratio and a resolution of 3840 x 1644 pixels. It features a pixel density of 643 ppi and a screen-to-body ratio of 84.0 percent. It is dust and water-resistant (IP65/IP68) and boasts Corning Gorilla Glass 6 protection.
Performance and Storage
The Sony Xperia 1 II is powered by the Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G chipset. It also has an Adreno 650 GPU that can handle high-end graphics and gaming. The device runs on Android 10, which is upgradable to Android 12. It also features Sony’s UI and apps, such as Cinema Pro, Game Enhancer, and Photo Pro. The Sony Xperia 1 II comes with 8GB or 12GB of RAM in addition to 256GB of internal storage. Additionally, it features a microSDXC card slot for additional storage.
Camera System
The Sony Xperia 1 II has a triple camera setup on the back, consisting of a 12MP main camera, a 12MP telephoto camera, and a 12MP ultrawide camera. The camera quality is excellent, with accurate colors and details in various lighting conditions. The camera also offers a professional mode, called Cinematography Pro, which allows you to adjust various settings and apply different filters and effects. The Sony Xperia 1 II has an 8 MP selfie camera on the front, which can also record 4K videos at 30fps. The selfie camera is decent, with good exposure and contrast, but not very impressive.
Battery and Connectivity
The Sony Xperia 1 II has a 4000 mAh Li-Po battery that can last for a day of moderate usage. It also supports 21W fast charging, 11W wireless charging, and reverse wireless charging. Stay at the forefront of technological advancements, enjoying lightning-fast download speeds and lag-free online experiences. The phone supports 5G connectivity. The device also supports NFC, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, and GPS.
Here is an overview of the pricing information for the Sony Xperia 1 II 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.