Sony Xperia XA1
The Sony Xperia XA1 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2017).
2017 · 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
Size5" · 145 x 67 x 8 mm (5.71 x 2.64 x 0.31 in)
ChipsetMediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm)
RAM3GB
Storage32GB
⚖️ Compare With
✓︎ Pros
✓5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 143g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,300 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6757 Helio P20 (16 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A53)
OS
Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
294 ppi
Adequate sharpness for daily use
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,300 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
143g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
145 x 67 x 8 mm (5.71 x 2.64 x 0.31 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Sensors
Accelerometer, proximity, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps or LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
No, the Sony Xperia XA1 does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Yes, the Sony Xperia XA1 has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
No, the Sony Xperia XA1 charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Yes, up to 10W (10W wired).
Yes, the Sony Xperia XA1 supports microSDXC expandable storage.
The Sony Xperia XA1 SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Yes, the Sony Xperia XA1 has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Speaker setup: Yes.
The Sony Xperia XA1 ships with Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo).
The Sony Xperia XA1 uses USB Type-C 2.0, OTG.
The Sony Xperia XA1 supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct.
The Sony Xperia XA1 has 4.2, A2DP, aptX, LE.
