Sony Xperia X Performance
The Sony Xperia X Performance is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2016).
2016 · Lower-mid-range · Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 441 PPI screen
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 164.4g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,700 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
OS
Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
441 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
23 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,700 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable
Weight
164.4g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
143.7 x 70.4 x 8.7 mm (5.66 x 2.77 x 0.34 in)
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Colors
White, Graphite Black, Lime Gold, Rose Gold
