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) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5" · 143.7 x 70.4 x 8.7 mm (5.66 x 2.77 x 0.34 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
RAM 3GB
Storage 32GB | 64GB
Main Camera 23 MP · LED flash
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✓︎ 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 days Gaming Multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2016, February 22. Released 2016, July 01
Also Known As
Also known as Sony Xperia X Performance Dual F8132 with dual-SIM card slots
⚙️ 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
Protection
Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
📷 Camera
Main Camera
23 MP
Capable for everyday photos
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,700 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2700 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
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)
Build
Glass front, aluminum back, plastic frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
White, Graphite Black, Lime Gold, Rose Gold
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
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 - F8131, F8132
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
GPS
GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance support 5G?› No, the Sony Xperia X Performance does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance have NFC?› Yes, the Sony Xperia X Performance has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance support wireless charging?› No, the Sony Xperia X Performance charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC2).
Is the Sony Xperia X Performance waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The Sony Xperia X Performance is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance have expandable storage?› Yes, the Sony Xperia X Performance supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance support dual SIM?› The Sony Xperia X Performance SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Sony Xperia X Performance has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Sony Xperia X Performance has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Sony Xperia X Performance ship with?› The Sony Xperia X Performance ships with Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo).
What type of USB port does the Sony Xperia X Performance use?› The Sony Xperia X Performance uses microUSB 2.0, OTG.
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance support Wi-Fi 7?› The Sony Xperia X Performance supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA.
Does the Sony Xperia X Performance support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Sony Xperia X Performance has 4.2, A2DP, aptX, LE.
