Sony Xperia 5 II review
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Unfortunately, this phone may not be receiving security updates for much longer - see ‘Should I buy it’ in the full review for more. If you’re after a premium phone, but have broader horizons than Apple and Samsung, then the Sony Xperia 5 II could be a contender. It has a premium OLED display, top-of-the-range processor and comes with 5G compatibility – although this is no guarantee that the phone can compete with the best. See if its performance can match up to the specs by reading our expert review.
What's included:- Pros and cons
- What is it?
- What’s it like to use?
- How long does the battery last?
- How good are the cameras?
- Is there anything I should watch out for?
- Is there anything else I should know?
- Should I buy it?
Last checked by Which?
April 2022
First reviewed by Which?
March 2021
Released
October 2020
Technical specifications
Security
Display
- Screen size6.1 inches
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