Sonim XP8 The Sonim XP8 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use, with a 4,900 mAh battery for solid all-day use (2018).
2018 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.0 (Nougat) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5" · 152 x 79.5 x 18 mm (5.98 x 3.13 x 0.71 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Solid 4,900 mAh battery for all-day use
✓ Sharp 441 PPI screen
✓ 5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
⊗ Cons
✗ Entry-level Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗ Heavy at 335g — noticeable in pocket over long periods
✗ No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Mobile gaming Heavy multitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
441 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
🔋 Battery
Capacity
4,900 mAh
Solid day-to-day battery life
Type
Li-Ion 4900 mAh, removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
335g
On the heavier side — noticeable in pocket
Dimensions
152 x 79.5 x 18 mm (5.98 x 3.13 x 0.71 in)
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
📶 Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, magnetic connector
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Sonim XP8 support 5G?› No, the Sonim XP8 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE.
Does the Sonim XP8 have NFC?› Yes, the Sonim XP8 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Sonim XP8 support wireless charging?› No, the Sonim XP8 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Sonim XP8 support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC4).
Is the Sonim XP8 waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The Sonim XP8 is rated IP69 — IP69 dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 min) MIL-STD-810G.
Does the Sonim XP8 have expandable storage?› Yes, the Sonim XP8 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Sonim XP8 support dual SIM?› The Sonim XP8 SIM configuration: Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Sonim XP8 have a headphone jack?› No, the Sonim XP8 does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Sonim XP8 have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What Android version does the Sonim XP8 ship with?› The Sonim XP8 ships with Android 7.0 (Nougat).
What type of USB port does the Sonim XP8 use?› The Sonim XP8 uses USB Type-C 2.0, magnetic connector.
Does the Sonim XP8 support Wi-Fi 7?› The Sonim XP8 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
Does the Sonim XP8 support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Sonim XP8 has 5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE.
