Sony Xperia 10 Plus smartphone - pros and cons

Smart phones have taken a firm place in everyone's life. Now it is difficult to imagine a person leaving home without a mobile device in their pocket. If earlier it was a need to maintain communication, now the device must contain the maximum number of multimedia capabilities. Sony was one of the best with this task, which took care of the optimal set of all possible characteristics for their super functional smartphones. Every Sony device, no matter the price point, delivers excellent connectivity, sound, optics and screen that continue to improve with every new model, exceeding the expectations of the brand's loyalists.

The recently unveiled new Sony Xperia 10 Plus is a mid-range device.

Features and design

The unusualness of the device begins with its appearance, its dimensions are a little discouraging with its non-standard: the body length is 167 mm, the width is 73 mm, and the smartphone is 8.3 mm thick. The unusually elongated design weighs 180 grams. The front side is completely occupied by the screen, in the upper part above it in the center there is a speaker, to the right, almost in the very corner, is the camera's eye. The back panel is smooth, in the center and along the bottom of the back there are branded horizontal Sony Xperia inscriptions. In the upper part, the main dual camera is installed in a horizontal block (it protrudes slightly above the surface), above it there is a flash. On the right side edge, in addition to the usual on / off buttons and volume control, there is a fingerprint scanner. This is another unusual feature of this model - the unusual location of the "fingerprint", which will have to get used to. The left side is a slot for nano-sim cards and a memory card. The underside of the device is the rightful place for USB Type-C and two more speakers and a microphone. A mini-jack on the top.

Color options are presented in four varieties: black, dark blue, silver, gold. There is something to choose both for lovers of classics and adherents of glamor.

• Comfortable dimensions and convenient shape;
• There is a choice of colors.

• The body material is plastic, although it is of high quality and with a metal coating, but still plastic.

Xperia 10 Plus display

The screen has a diagonal of 6.5 inches, which is equal to 98.7 square meters. cm.In percentage terms, the display occupies 81% of the entire body area of ​​the device. Unusual for this model is the aspect ratio of 21: 9. The elongated screen, according to the manufacturer's assurances, was created specifically for more comfortable use in multimedia viewing.

Due to the non-standard aspect ratio of the display, the Sony Xperia 10 Plus is deservedly considered a video smartphone, which is ideal for viewing video and photo files.

Mitsuya Kishida (President of Sony Mobile Communications) during the presentation of the device clearly stated the purpose of the new product: “We use Sony innovations in mid-range smartphones to make new technologies as accessible as possible. Smartphones with a new 21: 9 widescreen display with a sophisticated and sophisticated design fit perfectly in the hand and are designed for entertainment. "

Standard type - IPS LCD capacitive touch screen, recognizes up to 16 million colors and shades. The pixel resolution is 1080 × 2520 pixels with a density of ~ 422 ppi. That is, there can be no complaints about the images. Picture grain is completely eliminated due to the high pixel per inch density. Smooth and clear contours of objects, their small details, everything to the smallest detail can be viewed on such a screen.

Corning's fifth generation Gorilla Glass 5 protective coating is used to protect the front of the smartphone. The chemically hardened glass can withstand drops from a height of up to 1.5 meters. There is no longer any reason to worry about breaking your screen inadvertently.

• The 21: 9 aspect ratio is ideal for video viewing and gaming applications;
• Pixel resolution and density make the image quality extremely high;
• The smartphone display has reliable protection, thanks to which it is almost impossible to break it.

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Platform and memory size

Considering that this model is provided as a mid-range device, then the "heart" of the smartphone is a chipset with a Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm) chipset. This is a powerful enough platform that was developed for devices in the mid and budget segments. Having all the necessary functions, it saves an average cost: improved performance combined with energy efficiency, supports non-standard display sizes, while maintaining color rendering, which does not depend in any way on external factors and, on the contrary, self-adjusts under the influence of certain stimuli.

An integral part of this platform is the Adreno 509 graphics processor - the guarantor of the ideal image and display of pictures. Great graphics in gaming applications, videos and photo files, all at excellent speeds thanks to the Snapdragon X12 LTE modem with download speeds up to 600 Mbps.

The current operating system is Android 9.0 with a number of functional changes that make the use of the device more convenient and practical.

Device memory capabilities

The smartphone will appear in two versions, this will affect the amount of operating memory:

1. 4 GB operating system + 64 GB internal memory;
2. The second version (6 GB + 64 GB) is intended for sale in China.

If the provided built-in capacity is insufficient, it can be expanded using flash memory up to 512 GB.

• Good processor performance combined with economical energy consumption;
• The graphic quality of the images is at a high level;
• Excellent gaming power;
• Sufficient space for RAM;
• Possibility of additional expansion of the internal volume.

• Not defined.

Camera characteristics

The main camera has a convenient horizontal position on the back of the body. The double camera eye protrudes slightly above the "back" of the device. The resolution is quite consistent with the price segment - 12 and 8 megapixels, there is a powerful enough LED flash. With the help of such optics, you can take high quality pictures, the bokeh function is available (highlighting the main subject against a blurred background), a two-fold optical zoom allows you to photograph at a distance.

The front camera with a resolution of 8 megapixels will perfectly fulfill its purpose depending on the wishes of the user. High-quality video calls + photos from a selfie angle will leave pleasant impressions and memory.

SteadyShot electronic image stabilization is active to improve motion video recording.

• Good resolution of all cameras, allowing you to take high-quality photo and video files;
• The presence of modes for photos (bokeh, panorama);
• 2x zoom for remote camera use;
• Improved image in dynamic shooting.

• Low resolution of the second main camera.

Battery capabilities

The smartphone is equipped with a 3000 mAh non-removable lithium-ion battery. These batteries are characterized by high energy capacity and low self-discharge. The manufacturer has provided for the use of Quick Charge 3.0 technology for fast charging to the maximum. You no longer need to wait a long time in order to remove the device from recharging.

• Good battery capacity. Given the low self-discharge, the battery will be quite enough for active use for 7-8 hours;
• Fast charging capability;
• Does not require additional maintenance during operation.

• Do not violate the operating mode of the charger, because there is an aggravation of flammability.

Network and communication functions

The Internet connection in this model is Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac, that is, the data transfer rate is 600 Mbit / s in all four modes of the wireless network with maximum information transfer.

Fifth generation Bluetooth provides fast transmission and large coverage (range). At the same time, it has low energy consumption and high information security through encryption. This version of bluetooth opens up new audio possibilities for smartphones, and also easily turns the device into a remote control for any technique.

GPS + A-GPS provides super accurate tracking of its location, helps in determining the coordinates of the location on the scale of the entire globe.

With the help of NFC technology, the function of payment by phone (without a payment card) is available for use.

Available connectors for smart phone: USB 2.0, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector.

• Fast data transfer;
• Availability of navigational skills;
• Can be configured to pay for purchases with a smartphone.

• Charger only Type-C.

Sony is not only a well-known brand, but also a quality guarantee in a perfect combination with the price of technology. Sony Xperia 10 Plus - will become a worthy representative of mid-price smartphones with excellent characteristics, which in some parameters border on flagship ones. The manufacturer's declared cost of the smartphone, depending on the market, will be about 430-480 euros.