Apart from Sony's Playstation marketing division, everything else is absolutely trash. They rely too much on name recognition, which they do not have in the phone industry apart from a few enthusiasts. It's a real shame cause the Xperia phones are so good.
I really dont understand why SONY doesnt advertise much in general. Apart from PlayStation they really dont advertise much. They still make a lot of great electronics, but you rarely see advertisements for them 🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️ And Sony mobile??.... Even less so.
@@Sabundy because they spend million of million dollars on experiments to develop technologies...but other companies like samsung spend a huge amount of money on marketing..
Exactly, been a sony user for the past 7yrs +. Love it, plus make you feel exclusive since not many people have them which is a +. This is my next phone.
In my humble opinion it just has to be Sony Xperia, been using them for last 15 yrs or thereabouts, my current mobile 📱 is a Xperia Z5 and it's been my main fone for around 4 yrs,I just love it,was looking at the Xperia5 but I dunno,it just looks big and clunky,anyone recommend a competitor to the Z5? It's the perfect fone and well worth the money,camera/video is superb, long live Sony 🙏
I easily prefer this phone over an iPhone 11 or an S10e. It offers the usual triple camera setup, has a *full" screen and a clean Android. And the 21:9 is kinda cool.
@@fdlfrs Way shorter battery life? It depends on the usage of the phone... The software support is longer for the security updates. The price is debatable but you get one more camera from the Sony and price drops as the phone gets old.
Xperia z3v that exclusive to Verizon had great social media features. The only 2 downfalls it had was the size and the rubber lining used to keep it waterproof.
@@EbNorth Do you think the Xperia 1 is a better deal to get than the Xperia 5? They market for roughly the same now here in the US. I have the Xperia XA1 Ultra from 2 years ago so I really know how to handle large phones.
@@privatezeron I went with the Xperia 1 because the larger screen is just so immersive. And it's still easy to handle with One hand due to its slim nature. It's a great phone. Few notes, Finger print scanner works well, but only after you scan your finger multiple times during the initial set up, use all slots, Then it's pretty nice. Its quick enough and accurate most of the time. Also Battery life goes fast running the camera, But it's not terrible. I highly recommend the Xperia 1, The extra tall size just makes it that extra nice to view media. I paid 880 for it, but Amazon has the international version for under 750USD.
I own the Xperia 5 now for 6 days and had NOT ONE SINGLE fail of the fingerprint sensor. It must be an issue with your initial reference scans. Was your initial reference scans in a different angle maybe?
@@brucebanner3566 from battery endurance, it better than S10+, Huawei p30 pro, even iPhone 11 pro max in actual sense, because it has the lowest battery capacity of them all
I preferred Sony phones in mid 2000s when they were with Ericsson. My first smartphone was Huawei, though I don't remember the exact model. After that I had Xperia M and I again fell in love with Sony phones. Since then I had Z5 Compact and am currently using XA2 Ultra. Should get Xperia 5 in a few days. In all my time with Sony phones I only had 3 phones that broke: W910i when I dropped it 2 stories down (so, not the phones fault) Xperia M died after about 5 and a half years of usage first by me and then by my mum. It actually still turns on and screen is working, but there is some problem with memory so it is unusable. Xperia XA2 that my mum uses developed some discoloration at the edge of the screen. I sent it to be serviced under warranty and they sent me a new one. What I like the most about Sony phones, other then their durability, is the UI. It is so simple, clean and easy to use that I just can't get myself to use other phones. I really really really considered getting Huawei or Xiaomi flagship phones, but I just couldn't get myself to try and get used to different UI. I tried few different phones in shops and from my friends, but I just weren't comfortable while using them
What really gets me is seeing some reviewers say the 21.9 aspect ratio is a negative or a con, or pointless etc...... But now there is news that apparently the Samsung Galaxy 11 will have a 20.9 aspect ratio (so pretty much the same as the Xperia 1). Im guessing if thats true and Samsung does do that then we will only hear how genius and innovative the aspect ratio is 🙄🙄🙄🙄
You're completely right. When i read that article ibwas wondering how the samsung fans would react. It was the same when samsung was making plastic phones. When the s6 launched all of the sudden a premium build was ok and no sd card was also good.🤣🤣🤣
I have watched quite a few videos about Xperia 1 & 5. I honestly didn't come across to anyone saying negative things about 21:9 ratio. Everybody (rightfully) complains about the small battery.
@@John_Stur I think it's because of the black bars on the top and bottom of the screen when watching movies and stuff. Gsm arena didn't care about it much, but it all depends on the user.
@@brucebanner3566 It's OLED though, so the totally black bars aren't "visible", if you get what I mean. It's like bezels in a way, they merge well. At least that's the way I see it.
@@RFRM89 or water proof phones, or the super slo motion....all gimmicks when Sony did it before anyone else, but apprently genius when Samsung copied those features.
Outstanding review!!! Finally a channel that gives the Xperia the respect it deserves. I will take this phone over the ever-so-boring iphone 11 series. I've played with the Xperia 1 & 5 and I was impressed. Touch ID could use an overhaul, but very smooth and fun phone. Good job Sony for delivering another beautiful, excellent quality phone!!! The blue model is gorgeous!!! Just my IMO!!
Unbiased, Beautifully reviewed! Thank you phonearena. I think if v hv the camera software on par with the others, this phone could take the smartphone world by storm.
Go for it brother. I got the Xperia 1 that comes with the headphone for free and trust me it's worth it. That headphone plus the Dolby Atmos settings of the phone is an experience like no other. ALL IN!
This model will replace my Xperia X Compact, a very reliable but underpowered Sony compact phone. I'll finally get a stylish phone with an excellent specs!
I have the Sony XZ Premium and really want to upgrade to this but I'm waiting to see what Sony puts out next year. Hopefully 5g, in display scanner with wireless charging along with the usual Sony features. Fingers crossed 🤞
Hahaha... Exactly the same as me. I dont know why......but I just have a feeling that next year something really cool is coming. Though ive been so damn tempted by the Xperia 1 and 5
I do too. To me, the screen to body ratio could've been a little bit better, but quite frankly I like the overall design too. If they dropped the price, maybe I'd pick one up. And then again, if they make another Xperia (which I'm sure will happen) maybe they'll fix the fingerprint scanner placement.
Sleek and simple design and no notch or cut out and great sounding audio 👍 I really like the idea of Sony's battery care technology. Seems to bring longevity. I have never owned a Sony before. But after two years my HTC U11 is charging very slowly. 16 per cent per hour. I try new cable and charger and cleaning out the charging port. No good. I think the fast charging has ruined the phone.
this phone is not compact smh. You still have to readjust your hand to reach the top... Hate when reviewers say phones are small or its just slightly bigger than the last gen since every year the phone gets largeer and larger. We need 5.0 inch phones back again. I drew the line when phones got bigger than 5.5 smh.
It has changed on these devices man. It used to be incredibly accurate and fast. Now, it is totally balls. I've had the Xperia since launch, and have had no end of trouble with it
I've teaken a brake from Sony, do to the failure on an old Xperia model. But this made me give it a second chance... For the moment, everything ok right now.
I have had the Xperia 5 for few days now. It's good and snappy phone. The form factor is great. Very good for reading articles or apps like Instagram. I haven't had any problems with the fingerprint scanner and the side menus work fine. Just needed 15 minutes to practice. The phone is very slippery and the speakers are not that good or loud. There is also a bug that leaves a notification dot for missed calls. I haven't found a way to remove it. I would still recommend it.
I don't like it...I love it! Currently using S9+ I'm surprised how no one talks about the way better than regular IP68 IP65/68 rating this phone has! For me it's perfect for my lifestyle and Boston weather.
If only sony could have priced this phone for 650 usd or 700 and marketed it well along with improving the auto performance of camera . this would have been a great phone
I just brought my Xperia 5 today , it's my favourite phone of the year ! For the motor sensor , I found that pressing of the edge works better than tapping. Also the sound it's so good with headphone.
How did you find the vibration motor? It must be good because it has dynamic vibration in the audio settings, right? Also, apparently Side Sense works better by triple tapping.
@@ytlurker220 The Dobly Atmos is fun when you are watching movies alone, because the vibration is actually quite loud. Others will here the vibration as well (maybe that is the intension to give some extra sound effects). Overall it's really good ,but still need some time to get used to the hand placement of the phone (especially gaming and typing). The snapdragon 855 it's really good as well , finally a Android phone that is as snappy as an iPhone. PS: The vibration can be really strong sometimes, I sometimes wonder if the glass to shatter ...haha
@@gerardosotom.939 Well , I think the battery life is great , I often last a day of normal usage , but still need extra battery if you are gaming a lot
I'm surprised you found the fingerprint scanner problematic. I've owned 3 generations of Sony flagships since the Xperia Z5 and rarely had any problems with the fingerprint sensors. To unlock the phone easily when it's on the table, scan your index finger so you'll unlock it while picking it up. It's better than having an on-screen or back fingerprint sensor where you can only unlock the phone when its the correct side up on the table.
Good tip! I’ve also added a second fingerprint which includes more ways of me holding the phone to unlock. It’s very responsive now and I’ve turned on the smart lock and ‘double tap to wake’ settings to try out.
Hello! I have a question which is bothering me! At 3:34 you say, that there is 4K video recording at 60FPS, and on your site, this information is written : "You can’t shoot 4K footage in 60 FPS - you’ll have to drop down to 1080p for that." I am sure, that the mistake is in the video, but you are going make a pleasant surprise to me, if there actually is 60FPS 4k possibility. So my question is, which information is the accurate one - is there a 60FPS 4k video or no? Thank you for your time!
I started watching the video with excitement and stopped right after he called it compact phone. Since when people started calling a tall 6 inch screen a compact screen size? To me , a less than five inch phone is a compact phone because my fingers can reach every corner of the phone with one hand. I have been searching everywhere to find a manufacturer that makes a really compact, usable, lightweight and productivity Android smartphone. I don't care for multiple or punch-hole cameras, pure view or infinity display and high-end CPU/GPU. The closest phone we can get right now is pixel 3. Looking forward for iphone se2 even though I am not a fan of IOS.
I own xperia 5 now for 6 days, coming from xperia xz1 compact. I can use xperia 5 70-80% one handed. Side sense is pretty key for this. I regret nothing. This screen is so much more quality for my life.
@@Goenjamin thanks for the comment. I believe there is one particular device that suits our life style and personality. nice to hear that it worked out for you. I have used most of the smartphones of all sizes out there and for the kind of lifestyle I have, rocking a small durable Android phone will be enjoyable. I just cannot have a hefty large rectangular bar in my pocket all the time. I thought of buying the Sony xz2 compact but I found it is no longer going to be updated with the new Android 10. So my frustration is all about not having a small smartphone factor as an option by the manufacturers. I believe there are so many people who like to have a mid-range small phone which is supported for at least a few years like Android one. Unihertz did a great job with jelly pro and atom but they are tiny for me. Here is my ambitious smartphone looks like : A less than five inch OLED display, less than 120gms of weight and a considerably good camera, a programmable button that I can use it for Google assistant/voice recorder, durable etc., So the closest I can get with these specs is a pixel 3a.
Honestly I'm quite interesting to own xperia devices, but it's kinda hard if I have a problem with the device because the sony division of smartphone manufacturer and marketings are already bankrupt on my country.
Sony always reliable having best firmware without no doubt while Samsung with unstable firmware still become problem. The problem is only sony in poor marketing and Samsung are best in marketing
I totally agree with this. I'm using sony xperia xa1 plus and it's very durable. Sony smartphones are the best. But compare to the marketing strategies of other smartphones, Sony is left behind 😑
I am switching from Apple to Sony and I will never use Apple again. I'm excited to support a company that is much more ethical in manufacturing and production! Sony is definitely an underdog in the phone world, but they really make excellent phones. I can't wait to get my new Sony phone. They are entirely under rated and deserve praise on plenty of their phones!
Great sum up! I personally love this phone after 9 days of use. I had fingerprint problems at first too, but I figured out that you can have multiple fingers scanned. I've scanned my right thump two times with different positions, and now I don't have problems at all. Also, I've scanned my right pointing finger for the unlock while it rests at a surface. :)
I have 5 fingers scanned for any possible daily situation. I always use the best suited finger. I had not a single fail in one week now with more than 500 unlocks according to digital wellbeing.
I always register 4 finger with xperia,, For inhand unlock I register left middle and right thumb, for table unlock I register left thumb and right pointing finger
I received today, I love it,but how U are talking about the phone,you are definetly a apple"fruit" fan. By the way..fingerprint works perfectly,very quick...I dont know what u are talking about
Why is the battery review very different on the website at phonearena.com? you guys have it rated there at 10 hours and 24 min overall, falling just behind the iPhone 8 plus.
Sony definitely fight back in smart phone market... All youtubers finding demerits of this mobile but if they can't find then they are saying phone has ordinary camera setup.... They all are funded by Samsung apple and Chinese product
Sony is the best they do it without effort lol even on the worst day a Sony phone is better imagine if they advertise more but those who know about them know they are better
i want you the reviewer to review the new xperia 5 ii mark 2 as i am planning to buy but i want to hear your honest opinion of what is good in it and bad. unlike other reviewers online they praise the device even though it has flaws.
Love this phone the design is so nice the only thing is the camera needs to be more better and also the battery life otherwise this is definitely a good phone and Sony is going in the right direction
@@vertwheeler6698 120fps is poor. Even the 240fps feature on iPhone, when you have a 960fps on hands you don't change. It's incredible. And I use the superslow motion to make some jobs
@@MotionMinas maybe it relate with old lense to make it so thats why it not available. I use Xperia X Compact>Xperia 10 so cant tell how it looks for slo-mo mode
@@tomo100brt I have the XPERIA 1 and the scanner works every single time. If you want set up another finger print with the same finger, that might give you a better shot at opening the phone on the first try.
Not for me. Never regret to replace my Xperia xz1 compact with Xperia 5. Still one handed control possible, but that tall screen adds so much quality of life
Terrible fingerprint scanner ?? I think it's great ...you don't need to lift up your phone to unblock it ...and when the fingerprint scanner is in the screen wouldn't work properly with an extra glass cover
Had a Sony Xperia XA 3 years back. Could've got better phones but no, I chose to trust Sony. The phone's charging jack decided to get short in just 6 months, Headphone Jack stopped working in a year, the display started flickering in 1.5 years and software updates? Forget them. Sony doesn't give a shit after you buy their phones, good luck even trying to get atleast 2 Android version upgrades. The last I got was from Marshmallow to Nougat lol and accessories are just hard to find. No cases, if any are available then are too expensive. Same with screen protectors, they won't exist or will be very expensive.
I love Sony phones, used to be a great fan. But no customer care in Africa. Phones just dies without any warning and that's it. No hope. Besides that, I know they make the best phones 👍, but they don't market, especially in Nigeria
i can't choose(( sony 5 or iphone 11 or galaxy note 10((( i love sony but so small battery in this model and it isn't so small like compact series, i love compact and i have z1 compact right now but now i need a good quality for video and photo
Dude to activate the finger ptint scanner when the screens off you either push the power button then the scanner or push down hard on the scanner and sit on top it like usual . Only problem I have eve had with these scanners is when the fi gers wet
Xperia 5 BATTERY TEST here: www.phonearena.com/news/Sony-Xperia-5-battery-life-test-results-gaming-video_id119716
Coincides with my observations: Gaming drains battery
surprisingly little.
This phone is the sleekest and most elegant phone this year.
True 👍
I have always thought Xperia phones look dam amazing.
😃
But one of the worst. Bad Videocam, Sidesense doesn't work mostly, Software ist not stabil an it has a lot of GPS issues
@@AliCan-ni3uy yeah2 only lagsung and ishit the best.we get it.no need to tell us more
This phone design is much better than 90% of phones released this year. Too bad sony has no effort to market this smh
Apart from Sony's Playstation marketing division, everything else is absolutely trash. They rely too much on name recognition, which they do not have in the phone industry apart from a few enthusiasts. It's a real shame cause the Xperia phones are so good.
I really dont understand why SONY doesnt advertise much in general. Apart from PlayStation they really dont advertise much. They still make a lot of great electronics, but you rarely see advertisements for them 🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️🤷♂️
And Sony mobile??.... Even less so.
@@Sabundy because they spend million of million dollars on experiments to develop technologies...but other companies like samsung spend a huge amount of money on marketing..
@@amlan3669 very true. Thats why Sony is very innovative, and Samsung not so much. Samsung just has a HUGE advertising budget
@@Sabundy yaap..bro..but sadly people don't realize that..
I love Sony
They make phones in their own way
Agreed. I just wish more people appreciated them.
Exactly, been a sony user for the past 7yrs +. Love it, plus make you feel exclusive since not many people have them which is a +. This is my next phone.
Every company does.
In my humble opinion it just has to be Sony Xperia, been using them for last 15 yrs or thereabouts, my current mobile 📱 is a Xperia Z5 and it's been my main fone for around 4 yrs,I just love it,was looking at the Xperia5 but I dunno,it just looks big and clunky,anyone recommend a competitor to the Z5? It's the perfect fone and well worth the money,camera/video is superb, long live Sony 🙏
I buy Sony for only one reason: DESIGN! for me nothing is more beautiful like a Sony!
Same =)
ttrue
Couldn't agree more. Loving my Xz premium
So Classy
Late comment but YESSSS
I easily prefer this phone over an iPhone 11 or an S10e. It offers the usual triple camera setup, has a *full" screen and a clean Android.
And the 21:9 is kinda cool.
Cons:
cost 100$ more
Way shorter battery life
Only 2-3 years software support
@@fdlfrs Way shorter battery life?
It depends on the usage of the phone...
The software support is longer for the security updates.
The price is debatable but you get one more camera from the Sony and price drops as the phone gets old.
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@Setzer K try xperia xz premium vs rog phone... that phone was slow compared to xz premium
@Setzer K ruclips.net/video/LZ-M2WWf2e0/видео.html
Sony phones are so underrated
Xperia z3v that exclusive to Verizon had great social media features. The only 2 downfalls it had was the size and the rubber lining used to keep it waterproof.
Thinking of getting this instead of the S10
Do it. I have the Xperia 1 and it's fantastic, these 21:9 screens are great,
The Xperia 5 I've handled , it feels sexy af.
@@EbNorth Do you think the Xperia 1 is a better deal to get than the Xperia 5? They market for roughly the same now here in the US. I have the Xperia XA1 Ultra from 2 years ago so I really know how to handle large phones.
@@privatezeron I went with the Xperia 1 because the larger screen is just so immersive. And it's still easy to handle with One hand due to its slim nature.
It's a great phone.
Few notes, Finger print scanner works well, but only after you scan your finger multiple times during the initial set up, use all slots, Then it's pretty nice. Its quick enough and accurate most of the time.
Also Battery life goes fast running the camera, But it's not terrible.
I highly recommend the Xperia 1, The extra tall size just makes it that extra nice to view media.
I paid 880 for it, but Amazon has the international version for under 750USD.
@cool 123 iPhone 11 cost more
@@privatezeron both are good, I have the 1, it's amazing. Choose the size you need.
I own the Xperia 5 now for 6 days and had NOT ONE SINGLE fail of the fingerprint sensor. It must be an issue with your initial reference scans. Was your initial reference scans in a different angle maybe?
You Korean?
@@imranhussein55 no
How is the battery life?
@@Goenjamin I love seeing people using Xperia from all over the world, especially in Samsung domination countries like Korea
@@brucebanner3566 from battery endurance, it better than S10+, Huawei p30 pro, even iPhone 11 pro max in actual sense, because it has the lowest battery capacity of them all
I used to like sony phones..but now i might get to like it again.
Same bruh🙆
I preferred Sony phones in mid 2000s when they were with Ericsson. My first smartphone was Huawei, though I don't remember the exact model. After that I had Xperia M and I again fell in love with Sony phones. Since then I had Z5 Compact and am currently using XA2 Ultra. Should get Xperia 5 in a few days.
In all my time with Sony phones I only had 3 phones that broke:
W910i when I dropped it 2 stories down (so, not the phones fault)
Xperia M died after about 5 and a half years of usage first by me and then by my mum. It actually still turns on and screen is working, but there is some problem with memory so it is unusable.
Xperia XA2 that my mum uses developed some discoloration at the edge of the screen. I sent it to be serviced under warranty and they sent me a new one.
What I like the most about Sony phones, other then their durability, is the UI. It is so simple, clean and easy to use that I just can't get myself to use other phones. I really really really considered getting Huawei or Xiaomi flagship phones, but I just couldn't get myself to try and get used to different UI. I tried few different phones in shops and from my friends, but I just weren't comfortable while using them
What really gets me is seeing some reviewers say the 21.9 aspect ratio is a negative or a con, or pointless etc...... But now there is news that apparently the Samsung Galaxy 11 will have a 20.9 aspect ratio (so pretty much the same as the Xperia 1). Im guessing if thats true and Samsung does do that then we will only hear how genius and innovative the aspect ratio is 🙄🙄🙄🙄
You're completely right.
When i read that article ibwas wondering how the samsung fans would react. It was the same when samsung was making plastic phones.
When the s6 launched all of the sudden a premium build was ok and no sd card was also good.🤣🤣🤣
I have watched quite a few videos about Xperia 1 & 5. I honestly didn't come across to anyone saying negative things about 21:9 ratio. Everybody (rightfully) complains about the small battery.
@@John_Stur I think it's because of the black bars on the top and bottom of the screen when watching movies and stuff. Gsm arena didn't care about it much, but it all depends on the user.
@@brucebanner3566 It's OLED though, so the totally black bars aren't "visible", if you get what I mean. It's like bezels in a way, they merge well. At least that's the way I see it.
@@RFRM89 or water proof phones, or the super slo motion....all gimmicks when Sony did it before anyone else, but apprently genius when Samsung copied those features.
Outstanding review!!! Finally a channel that gives the Xperia the respect it deserves. I will take this phone over the ever-so-boring iphone 11 series. I've played with the Xperia 1 & 5 and I was impressed. Touch ID could use an overhaul, but very smooth and fun phone.
Good job Sony for delivering another beautiful, excellent quality phone!!!
The blue model is gorgeous!!! Just my IMO!!
i actually like the side finger print scanner.. it's easier to use once the phone in your hand compared to the front or back scanner..
I been a fan of Sony ever since and will ever be!
Xperias are ‘be-you-tiful’. Always unique.
Xperias are the most stylish and elegant phones in the market
Unbiased, Beautifully reviewed! Thank you phonearena.
I think if v hv the camera software on par with the others, this phone could take the smartphone world by storm.
Comes withSony WF-10000XM3 for free in the UK... I'm tempted
Ive had the M3 earbuds for about 2 months now. They are excellent!!
Go for it brother. I got the Xperia 1 that comes with the headphone for free and trust me it's worth it. That headphone plus the Dolby Atmos settings of the phone is an experience like no other. ALL IN!
@@theytookmycrown What's the phone like through bluetooth headphones,is it the same loudness than the Iphones.
This model will replace my Xperia X Compact, a very reliable but underpowered Sony compact phone. I'll finally get a stylish phone with an excellent specs!
George Asatiani u can send that xperia x compact to me .. i m in need of that phone ..
I have the Sony XZ Premium and really want to upgrade to this but I'm waiting to see what Sony puts out next year. Hopefully 5g, in display scanner with wireless charging along with the usual Sony features. Fingers crossed 🤞
Hahaha... Exactly the same as me. I dont know why......but I just have a feeling that next year something really cool is coming. Though ive been so damn tempted by the Xperia 1 and 5
I liked the design. :O
I do too. To me, the screen to body ratio could've been a little bit better, but quite frankly I like the overall design too. If they dropped the price, maybe I'd pick one up. And then again, if they make another Xperia (which I'm sure will happen) maybe they'll fix the fingerprint scanner placement.
Finally, a phone with proper screen.
Sleek and simple design and no notch or cut out and great sounding audio 👍 I really like the idea of Sony's battery care technology. Seems to bring longevity. I have never owned a Sony before. But after two years my HTC U11 is charging very slowly. 16 per cent per hour. I try new cable and charger and cleaning out the charging port. No good. I think the fast charging has ruined the phone.
this phone is not compact smh. You still have to readjust your hand to reach the top... Hate when reviewers say phones are small or its just slightly bigger than the last gen since every year the phone gets largeer and larger.
We need 5.0 inch phones back again. I drew the line when phones got bigger than 5.5 smh.
It is very narrow and comfortable to hold compared to most other phones, but it's true that it is also extra tall
I can use it 70-80% one handed. I have small hands for a man. Side sense has a big role for this.
@@Goenjamin and there's the adjustable one handed mode, right? Double tap the home button?
@@ytlurker220 yes, but I needed to enable this option first in the settings. However, I don't use it so far very often.
I've read and watched so many reviews of the xperia 1 and 5 and none tested/reviewed the eye AF
It works well! We like it a lot, unfortunately did not get to mention it in the video
@@PhoneArena if it's Apple, you would have even mentioned it on the thumbnail.
My next xperia
Same
If the pixel 4 is 800 dollars then this phone is definitely worth 800
Pixel 4 sucked
Wow can't believe this guy is giving Sony a positive review!
Sony and LG make underrated phones
Been using the xperia side-fingerprint scanner for 3 years until now. Have no problem at all!
It has changed on these devices man. It used to be incredibly accurate and fast. Now, it is totally balls. I've had the Xperia since launch, and have had no end of trouble with it
I've teaken a brake from Sony, do to the failure on an old Xperia model. But this made me give it a second chance...
For the moment, everything ok right now.
Considering the rise of the streaming era, 21:9 is a great decision.
Commercial free videos . Thumbs up for that
I have had the Xperia 5 for few days now. It's good and snappy phone. The form factor is great. Very good for reading articles or apps like Instagram. I haven't had any problems with the fingerprint scanner and the side menus work fine. Just needed 15 minutes to practice.
The phone is very slippery and the speakers are not that good or loud. There is also a bug that leaves a notification dot for missed calls. I haven't found a way to remove it. I would still recommend it.
Hi. How is the battery life? Thanks in advance.
@@gerardosotom.939 Not too good. I'm not a heavy user, but still I can't get through the day without charging it.
Thanks. How much screen on time you got the most?
I don't like it...I love it!
Currently using S9+
I'm surprised how no one talks about the way better than regular IP68 IP65/68 rating this phone has! For me it's perfect for my lifestyle and Boston weather.
Sony makes displays and cameras I’m expecting top notch quality in both of these
If only sony could have priced this phone for 650 usd or 700 and marketed it well along with improving the auto performance of camera . this would have been a great phone
Wait a month or two and you'll get that price. Sony phones prices drop rather fast
The auto is just perfect
the auto mode in my xperia 1 improves a lot after each updates. So I think sony is starting to get serious in mobile photography
@@albertacesantosa416 I think it's alpha division which is awesome
I just brought my Xperia 5 today , it's my favourite phone of the year !
For the motor sensor , I found that pressing of the edge works better than tapping.
Also the sound it's so good with headphone.
Extra tips , use the left hand to hold the phone , all the button will just be in the right place =D !
How did you find the vibration motor? It must be good because it has dynamic vibration in the audio settings, right?
Also, apparently Side Sense works better by triple tapping.
@@ytlurker220 The Dobly Atmos is fun when you are watching movies alone, because the vibration is actually quite loud. Others will here the vibration as well (maybe that is the intension to give some extra sound effects). Overall it's really good ,but still need some time to get used to the hand placement of the phone (especially gaming and typing).
The snapdragon 855 it's really good as well , finally a Android phone that is as snappy as an iPhone.
PS: The vibration can be really strong sometimes, I sometimes wonder if the glass to shatter ...haha
Hi. How is the battery 🔋 life? I am tempted to buy it...
@@gerardosotom.939 Well , I think the battery life is great , I often last a day of normal usage , but still need extra battery if you are gaming a lot
You really changed my perspective after this review👍🏻... But SONY has a lot of competition 😕
Apple : IOS is the best Mobile OS!
Google: Hold my KitKat!
Windows phone is better
@@KofolaDealer maybe
@@KofolaDealer they still make those?
I'm surprised you found the fingerprint scanner problematic. I've owned 3 generations of Sony flagships since the Xperia Z5 and rarely had any problems with the fingerprint sensors.
To unlock the phone easily when it's on the table, scan your index finger so you'll unlock it while picking it up. It's better than having an on-screen or back fingerprint sensor where you can only unlock the phone when its the correct side up on the table.
Good tip! I’ve also added a second fingerprint which includes more ways of me holding the phone to unlock. It’s very responsive now and I’ve turned on the smart lock and ‘double tap to wake’ settings to try out.
Hello, what is the processor for smasung s10e you are using for the comparison ?
It's the Exynos one
Great Job Sony!!!
Hello!
I have a question which is bothering me!
At 3:34 you say, that there is 4K video recording at 60FPS, and on your site, this information is written :
"You can’t shoot 4K footage in 60 FPS - you’ll have to drop down to 1080p for that."
I am sure, that the mistake is in the video, but you are going make a pleasant surprise to me, if there actually is 60FPS 4k possibility.
So my question is, which information is the accurate one - is there a 60FPS 4k video or no?
Thank you for your time!
xperia 5 actually can record only 4k 30 fps because it looks more filmy it cant record 4k 60 fps but it can record 1080p 60 fps
Good catch! It's a mistake in the video, there is NO 4K60 option, just double-checked to confirm!
@@PhoneArena Thank you for the answer!
Keep being positive, good luck!
I started watching the video with excitement and stopped right after he called it compact phone. Since when people started calling a tall 6 inch screen a compact screen size? To me , a less than five inch phone is a compact phone because my fingers can reach every corner of the phone with one hand. I have been searching everywhere to find a manufacturer that makes a really compact, usable, lightweight and productivity Android smartphone. I don't care for multiple or punch-hole cameras, pure view or infinity display and high-end CPU/GPU. The closest phone we can get right now is pixel 3.
Looking forward for iphone se2 even though I am not a fan of IOS.
True!
I own xperia 5 now for 6 days, coming from xperia xz1 compact. I can use xperia 5 70-80% one handed. Side sense is pretty key for this. I regret nothing. This screen is so much more quality for my life.
@@Goenjamin thanks for the comment. I believe there is one particular device that suits our life style and personality. nice to hear that it worked out for you. I have used most of the smartphones of all sizes out there and for the kind of lifestyle I have, rocking a small durable Android phone will be enjoyable. I just cannot have a hefty large rectangular bar in my pocket all the time. I thought of buying the Sony xz2 compact but I found it is no longer going to be updated with the new Android 10. So my frustration is all about not having a small smartphone factor as an option by the manufacturers. I believe there are so many people who like to have a mid-range small phone which is supported for at least a few years like Android one. Unihertz did a great job with jelly pro and atom but they are tiny for me. Here is my ambitious smartphone looks like : A less than five inch OLED display, less than 120gms of weight and a considerably good camera, a programmable button that I can use it for Google assistant/voice recorder, durable etc., So the closest I can get with these specs is a pixel 3a.
@@kanthvinay I read your text and from the very first sentences I had Pixel 3a in mind :)
It was very long time on my wishlist.
By compact here we are referring to how narrow it is and comfortable to hold. But it's certainly a very tall phone.
Honestly I'm quite interesting to own xperia devices, but it's kinda hard if I have a problem with the device because the sony division of smartphone manufacturer and marketings are already bankrupt on my country.
I'm like Sony Xperia 5
How to buy it, in my country not yet come in? 👍 👍 👍 👍
Sony always reliable having best firmware without no doubt while Samsung with unstable firmware still become problem.
The problem is only sony in poor marketing and Samsung are best in marketing
I totally agree with this. I'm using sony xperia xa1 plus and it's very durable. Sony smartphones are the best. But compare to the marketing strategies of other smartphones, Sony is left behind 😑
Much better than Pixel 4/xl Xperia has more to go over the pixel... Check the specs in websites.
i love sony 😍
I am switching from Apple to Sony and I will never use Apple again. I'm excited to support a company that is much more ethical in manufacturing and production! Sony is definitely an underdog in the phone world, but they really make excellent phones. I can't wait to get my new Sony phone. They are entirely under rated and deserve praise on plenty of their phones!
I am using the Xperia 5 and I can only say that is one of the best phone I ever had !
Great sum up!
I personally love this phone after 9 days of use. I had fingerprint problems at first too, but I figured out that you can have multiple fingers scanned. I've scanned my right thump two times with different positions, and now I don't have problems at all. Also, I've scanned my right pointing finger for the unlock while it rests at a surface. :)
I have 5 fingers scanned for any possible daily situation. I always use the best suited finger. I had not a single fail in one week now with more than 500 unlocks according to digital wellbeing.
I always register 4 finger with xperia,,
For inhand unlock I register left middle and right thumb, for table unlock I register left thumb and right pointing finger
@@zulnyr155 Good idea!
Hi. How is the battery 🔋 life of this phone?
Applock, file safe, dual messenger if Sony bring am coming back for Sony
I received today, I love it,but how U are talking about the phone,you are definetly a apple"fruit" fan.
By the way..fingerprint works perfectly,very quick...I dont know what u are talking about
Why is the battery review very different on the website at phonearena.com? you guys have it rated there at 10 hours and 24 min overall, falling just behind the iPhone 8 plus.
Sony Xperia 5 ❤️
Sony definitely fight back in smart phone market... All youtubers finding demerits of this mobile but if they can't find then they are saying phone has ordinary camera setup.... They all are funded by Samsung apple and Chinese product
Very True words my friend!
Sony used to be the best when it comes to electronic image stabilisation for video but nowadays... super sad sony
Best phone of sony!
I never had a problem with the finger print sensor...
Tbh, I forgot Sony made phones lol
Yeah, you're forgotten too
@@imranhussein55 butthurt sony fanboy 🤣
@@yoursilly2106 Here Comes Another Donkey.
Last time I was this early,
PhoneArena didn't like Sony Ericsson back then XD
Compact u said??? It's a book
No 10x,i lov my xz1 compact with its glass fiber ✌️
The cinema pro app looks great! Would love to have it on other Android phones.
Phonearena likes it... Nice :-)
Sony is the best they do it without effort lol even on the worst day a Sony phone is better imagine if they advertise more but those who know about them know they are better
i want you the reviewer to review the new xperia 5 ii mark 2 as i am planning to buy but i want to hear your honest opinion of what is good in it and bad. unlike other reviewers online they praise the device even though it has flaws.
Hope Sony will eventually make a great camera-phone and keep the camera button (I adore this button).
Love this phone the design is so nice the only thing is the camera needs to be more better and also the battery life otherwise this is definitely a good phone and Sony is going in the right direction
masterpiece phone xperia 5
Why no reviewer mentions the lack of super slowmotion recording?? Am i the only one using that??
Where is the 960fps on this phone. I can't believe they took out his feature. OK if you add or don't put features but remove? What a pity
It has 960fps slo-mo since xz premium so it doesnt mention
@@vertwheeler6698 and the most incredible, the previous phone, xperia 1, has it, and they lunch a new phone with no feature. What's in their mind?
@@MotionMinas due to change of alpha lense/sensor they have remove 960fps super slo-mo but can record 120fps slo-mo
@@vertwheeler6698 120fps is poor. Even the 240fps feature on iPhone, when you have a 960fps on hands you don't change. It's incredible. And I use the superslow motion to make some jobs
@@MotionMinas maybe it relate with old lense to make it so thats why it not available. I use Xperia X Compact>Xperia 10 so cant tell how it looks for slo-mo mode
Finger print scanner works just fine.
Not for me.
@@tomo100brt I have the XPERIA 1 and the scanner works every single time. If you want set up another finger print with the same finger, that might give you a better shot at opening the phone on the first try.
Too bad they switched to 21:9. The 16:9 was good and wide enough.
Not for me. Never regret to replace my Xperia xz1 compact with Xperia 5. Still one handed control possible, but that tall screen adds so much quality of life
At last phone Arena given good review to Xperia..
Does your phone restarts unexpectedly while using?
Excellent review.
Since when does it use 4k HDR 60 fps???
Actually it is 30fps and it looks like 15-20fps.
You have 60fps just in 1080p
Terrible fingerprint scanner ?? I think it's great ...you don't need to lift up your phone to unblock it ...and when the fingerprint scanner is in the screen wouldn't work properly with an extra glass cover
I prefer standard 16:9 sRGB AMOLED 1080p display
The problem is that he doesn't state what brightness he used as well as any other apps that he might have been using while testing the battery.
We use 200 nits brightness on all phones, and we use the Chrome browser for browsing, RUclips for video streaming and a proprietary test for 3D gaming
Had a Sony Xperia XA 3 years back. Could've got better phones but no, I chose to trust Sony. The phone's charging jack decided to get short in just 6 months, Headphone Jack stopped working in a year, the display started flickering in 1.5 years and software updates? Forget them.
Sony doesn't give a shit after you buy their phones, good luck even trying to get atleast 2 Android version upgrades. The last I got was from Marshmallow to Nougat lol
and accessories are just hard to find. No cases, if any are available then are too expensive. Same with screen protectors, they won't exist or will be very expensive.
Too bad they don't sell them anymore in Mexico and it's very expensive to buy them online :c
Others are not facing fingerprint sensor why you do ?
Because it is shit. I have fingerprint sensor issues.
I like Sony's direction. Not bad Sony.
where can i buy a brand new xperia 5, can anyone tell?
Amazon,ebay,sony store...
Love everything about it but the price.
I love Sony phones, used to be a great fan. But no customer care in Africa. Phones just dies without any warning and that's it. No hope. Besides that, I know they make the best phones 👍, but they don't market, especially in Nigeria
it's my dream to buy a Sony phone someday..
Avid sony user here, please make your top and bottom vessels symetrical. :)
Sony Xperia 5 türkiye pazarına dön lütfen 👏👏❤😎🙋♂️🇹🇷🇹🇷
It's a good phone for the time being 🙏🏾
i can't choose(( sony 5 or iphone 11 or galaxy note 10((( i love sony but so small battery in this model and it isn't so small like compact series, i love compact and i have z1 compact right now but now i need a good quality for video and photo
Experia 5 has much better competitor in a 700-800$ range than the two you mentioned. Next time prepare better for a competition part.
Dude to activate the finger ptint scanner when the screens off you either push the power button then the scanner or push down hard on the scanner and sit on top it like usual . Only problem I have eve had with these scanners is when the fi gers wet
That's just wrong. No need to press the power button.
I would buy it if it was around $500.
Just wait a few momths
Don't know why Sony stopped selling their Mobiles in Indian Market.....😖
when will this be available globally
I think there is a dedicated power button to put on screen
Did they remove face unlock in android 11 ? I don't seem to have it on my 5
It never had face unlock 🔓