Smartphone Sony Xperia 10 Plus - advantages and disadvantages

Smart phones have taken a strong place in everyone's life. Now it is difficult to imagine a person leaving the house without a mobile device in his pocket. If earlier it was a need to keep in touch, now the device should contain the maximum number of multimedia features. One of the best with this task was Sony, which took care of the optimal set of all possible characteristics for its super functional smartphones. Each device from Sony, regardless of the price level, is an excellent quality of communication, sound, optics and screen, which continue to improve in each new model, exceeding the expectations of brand adherents.

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

Specifications and design

The unusualness of the device begins with the 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 has a thickness of 8.3 mm. 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, there is a selfie camera eye. The back panel is smooth, in the center and at the bottom of the back there are Sony Xperia branded horizontal inscriptions. In the upper part, the main dual camera is installed in a horizontal block (it protrudes slightly above the surface), above it is a flash. On the right side face, in addition to the usual on/off and volume buttons, 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 bottom edge of the device is a legitimate place for USB Type-C and two more speakers and a microphone. Mini-jack connector on the top.

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

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

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

Xperia 10 Plus display

The screen has a diagonal of 6.5 inches, which equals 98.7 square meters. cm. As a percentage, 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, 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 novelty: “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 refined and sophisticated design feel great in the hand and are simply made for entertainment.”

Type standard - 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.The graininess of the picture is completely eliminated due to the high density of pixels per inch. 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 reinforced glass can withstand drops from a height of up to 1.5 meters. There is no more reason to worry about accidentally breaking the screen.

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

• Not detected.

Platform and Memory

Given that this model is intended as a mid-range device, then the chipset with the Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 chipset (14 nm) has become the “heart” of the smartphone. This is a fairly powerful platform that was designed for devices in the middle and budget segments. Having all the necessary functions, it saves the average cost: improved performance combined with energy efficiency, supports non-standard display sizes, while maintaining color reproduction, which does not depend on external factors in any way and, on the contrary, self-adjusts under the influence of various stimuli.

An integral part of this platform is the Adreno 509 GPU - the guarantor of an ideal image and display of pictures. Excellent graphics in gaming applications, video and photo files, all at excellent speed 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 using 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. Operating system 4 GB + internal memory 64 GB;
2. The second version (6 GB + 64 GB) is intended for sale in China.

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

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

• Not defined.

Camera Specifications

The main camera has a conveniently horizontal location on the back of the case. The double eye of the camera protrudes slightly above the level of the "back" of the device. The resolution is quite consistent with the price segment - 12 and 8 megapixels, there is a fairly powerful LED flash. With the help of such optics, you can take high-quality pictures, the bokeh function is available (selection of the main subject against a blurred background), a double optical zoom allows you to take pictures 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 a pleasant impression and memory.

To improve motion video capture, SteadyShot electronic image stabilization is active.

• Good resolution of all cameras, allowing you to take high-quality photos and video files;
• Availability of photo modes (bokeh, panorama);
• 2x zoom for remote use of cameras;
• 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 a quick charge 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 of the battery, it will be quite enough for active use for 7-8 hours;
• Possibility of fast charging;
• Does not require additional maintenance during operation.

• Do not disturb the operation of the charger, because there is an aggravation of the 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 Mbps in all four modes of the wireless network with maximum information transfer.

The fifth generation of 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 technology.

GPS + A-GPS provides super accurate tracking of your location, helps in determining the coordinates of the location on a global scale.

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

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

• Fast data transfer;
• Availability of navigation skills;
• Can be set up to pay for purchases with a smartphone.

• The charger is Type-C only.

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