Xperia XA Ultra
August 2016
The Xperia XA Ultra has finally gone on sale in the UK, making it the most recent Sony phablet to hit British shores. The 6-inch phone is something of a powerhouse too, with an octa-core processor, 3GB of RAM and a 21-megapixel rear camera. Let’s take a look at how it was received by the critics.
Reviewer: GSMArena team
“Besides the huge screen, it’s the selfie camera that we liked most. It’s the best on the market hands down. Even more expensive phones can’t match it, not the HTC 10 (5MP + OIS), not the Oppo F1 Plus (16MP). It offers high-quality stills and videos, great dynamic range, especially with HDR.”
6.0
Reviewer: Camila Rinaldi
“The Xperia XA Ultra is better than the original variant of the series. However, it is a phablet and there are few people who can really use a 6-inch smartphone on a daily basis. Despite the beautiful design and a great front camera, the rear camera is weak.”
7.5
Reviewer: Chris P.
“This makes the Xperia XA Ultra all the more of a pleasant surprise, as it’s the one device from the new series that is positioned in a price tier that is neither overcrowded, nor incredibly competitive. So long as you’re looking for a reaaally big smartphone, there are very few contenders for the Ultra’s crown in the $350 to $400 bracket—and even beyond that.”
N/A
Reviewer: Nandagopal Rajan
“I usually think Sony phones are a bit overpriced, like most of big brands out there. However, the Xperia XA Ultra seems a value buy for those who consider the camera, screen and battery as their main priorities. There might be other phones that do better on sheer performance in this range, but they would have had to cut corners on the other three fronts.”
If you’re picking up an Xperia XA Ultra, check out our range of cases and accessories linked below. We’ve already got essentials in stock, like a tempered glass screen protector and an ultra-clear gel case, and there’s much more to come.
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