Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2018).
2018 · Mid-range · Android 8.0 (Oreo) ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5" · 135 x 65 x 12.1 mm (5.31 x 2.56 x 0.48 in)
Chipset Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB
Main Camera 19 MP · Laser AF
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Smooth Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) for daily use and light gaming
✓ Sharp 483 PPI screen
✓ 5" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓ Lightweight at 168g — easy to carry
✓ 5G capable for fast cellular data
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 2,870 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ No headphone jack — requires wireless or USB-C audio
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2018, February. Released 2018, April
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x2.7 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
OS
Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
483 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD, HDR BT.2020
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
19 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 1080p@960fps
Main Camera Features
Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
2,870 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 2870 mAh, non-removable
📱 Design & Build
Weight
168g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
135 x 65 x 12.1 mm (5.31 x 2.56 x 0.48 in)
Build
Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, aluminum frame
SIM
· Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Colors
Black, White Silver, Moss Green, Coral Pink
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (4CA) Cat15 800/150 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
GPS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
🔊 Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact support 5G?› No, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact have NFC?› Yes, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact support wireless charging?› No, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact charges via cable only — no wireless charging.
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired, QC3).
Is the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact waterproof? What is the IP rating?› The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is rated IP68 — IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact have expandable storage?› Yes, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact support dual SIM?› The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact SIM configuration: · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM.
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact have a headphone jack?› No, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact have stereo speakers?› Yes, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has stereo speakers.
What Android version does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact ship with?› The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact ships with Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10.
What type of USB port does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact use?› The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact uses USB Type-C 3.1, OTG.
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact support Wi-Fi 7?› The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA.
Does the Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE.
