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Sony Xperia M5 E5663

Specifications

Sony Xperia M5 E5663
Sony Xperia M5 E5663 (Xperia Series)
Processor
Mediatek Helio X10 MT6795 8 x 2.2 GHz, Cortex-A53
Graphics adapter
Display
5.00 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel, glossy: yes
Weight
143 g ( = 5.04 oz / 0.32 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
500 Euro

 

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Average Score: 77.5% - good
Average of 14 scores (from 19 reviews)
price: 82%, performance: 78%, features: 76%, display: 85% mobility: 76%, workmanship: 68%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Sony Xperia M5 E5663

70% Sony Xperia M5 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
If the Sony Xperia M5 existed in a vacuum it would be hard to be too critical of it, as it does at least a reasonable job of just about everything. From the screen to the camera to the performance and battery there's nothing here that's a real red flag. But it's also not much of an upgrade in real terms on the Sony Xperia M4 Aqua, and consequently it's hard to get excited about. It looks like any other Sony phone, but lacks high-end features like a fingerprint scanner and fails to fully address some of the M4 Aqua's faults.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/28/2016
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% Sony Xperia M5 review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
For £299 SIM-free, the Xperia M5 is a great buy. It’s fast, easily lasts the day (though not the two days Sony claims) and takes a decent picture once you’ve worked out the jam-packed camera app. It’s waterproof too, and can be easily used with one hand. Something that’s getting quite rare. I wish Sony would alter its design strategy a bit, though. We've seen so many Xperia phones that look almost the same, it's hard to get excited about them any more. But it’s not an ugly phone, well maybe the gold one is, but the other colours are much more on the subtle side.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/04/2016
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
60% Shoots 13MP selfies, but is the rest of this phone any good?
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
On paper, it doesn't look that bad. The maximum resolution is 21.2 megapixels, it has fast, phase detect autofocus, and the aperture is a reasonably bright f/2.2. In practice, my test photographs came out looking soft and blurry, even in bright lighting. Colour and contrast remain solid, and it’s not the worst camera I've ever used on a phone, but I’d hope for better, considering the phone’s price tag and the company’s camera pedigree.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/25/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
60% Sony Xperia M5 review - a selfie specialist
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
Ultimately, though, the Xperia M5 struggles to distinguish itself from the similarly-priced Nexus 5X and Samsung Galaxy S5 Neo. Its large front-facing camera and copious selfie modes will no doubt be enough to sway some, but those after a more general mid-range handset are better off looking elsewhere. Personally, I'd pick the Nexus 5X thanks to its plain version of Android, faster internals and its great camera, but the S5 Neo also makes a compelling case with its incredible battery life, expandable storage and equally brilliant camera. Either way, the Xperia M5 is left feeling distinctly average by comparison, as well as a disappointing follow-up to last year's M4 Aqua.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/20/2016
Rating: Total score: 60%
90% Sony Xperia M5 Review: In Depth
Source: Recombu English Archive.org version
At £300 SIM-free it becomes a toss-up between this and older flagships, but the price will undoubtedly drop pretty quickly and you get plenty of bang for your buck as it stands. Beyond the strong imaging experience, the M5’s svelte design, robust feature set and waterproofing skills mean that it’s a great smartphone for anyone looking for a top tier experience without the price tag.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/17/2016
Rating: Total score: 90%
59% Sony Xperia M5 dual review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
To sum up, the Sony Xperia M5 Dual is a great phone, albeit for the issue of heating up. To some users it may seem like a good looking phone, but to me personally it feels like Sony really needs a design overhaul. It does have its plus points though, with a high end camera and superior mobility, making you wonder, is this really a medium-range phone?
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/08/2015
Rating: Total score: 59% price: 70% performance: 50% features: 60% workmanship: 55%
Sony Xperia M5 review
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
There must be something on Sony's mind. Model variations multiply with every generation. Just look at the 2's in their portfolio and the 4's. We're on number five now and the flagship alone has five versions. Before we know it, Sony's portfolio will look like Samsung's - for all the good and bad of it. Domination through saturation - and scores of phones that look the same.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/16/2015

Foreign Reviews

Sony Xperia M5
Source: Stiftung Warentest - Heft 09/2016 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 08/01/2016
77% Mittelklasse Goldstück
Source: Chip.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/29/2016
Rating: Total score: 77% price: 78% performance: 84% features: 72% display: 92% mobility: 76%
Das perfekte Selfie-Smartphone für die Fanmeile
Source: All you need Magazin German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/19/2016
82% Eine Woche mit dem Selfie-Smartphone
Source: Android User German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 82% price: 100% display: 80% mobility: 60%
80% Sony Xperia M5
Source: Android Magazin - Heft 3/2016 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Sony Xperia M5
Source: Android Mag German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/28/2016
Sony Xperia M5
Source: eTest German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/06/2016
79% Sony Xperia M5
Source: Connect - Heft 5/2016 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 04/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 79%
90% Sony Xperia M5
Source: Smartphone Magazin - Heft 4/2016 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 03/01/2016
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% Sony Xperia M5
Source: Inside Handy German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/16/2016
Rating: Total score: 90%
92% Sony Xperia M5
Source: PC Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/12/2016
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 85% features: 96% display: 92% mobility: 95%
76% Dawno, Dawno Temu… Czyli (Prawie) Zapomniany Test Sony Xperia M5
Source: Tabletowo Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80%

Comment

Model: The Sony Xperia M5 E5663 is rated as a magnificent photographic tool and features definitely suitable specifications. The design philosophy is kept over several Xperia generations and might seem dated to some, but the overall ruggedness of the waterproof chassis cannot be denied. There are three colors to choose from; gold, black and white. The 5 inch IPS LCD touchscreen features a scratch resistant glass. Color saturation and contrast levels are very impressive as clarity is needed to ensure users get the most out of the images taken.

The Android 5.0 Lollipop device comes with a planned upgrade to 6.0 when it becomes available. There is a Cortex-A53 octa core processor clocked at 2.0 GHz, 3 GB of RAM, a PowerVR G6200 GPU and 16 GB internal storage. Users will be glad to know that they can increase the storage with a microSD card. The star of the show is a 21.2 MP, phase detection autofocus camera, which delivers superb images. Even the 13 MP front camera is not too shabby. Other features include Bluetooth 4.1, A-GPS, FM radio with RDS and microUSB 2.0. Battery on the Sony Xperia M5 E5663 is a non-removable Li-Ion cell rated at 2600 mAh.

Imagination PowerVR G6200: Multi core (2 cluster) graphics card for ARM processors that supports OpenGL 4.x and ES 3.0

Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


MT6795: ARM based octa-core SoC (8x Cortex-A53 clocked at up to 2.2 GHz) for smartphones and tablets. Integrates an LTE modem and video en- and decoder for up to 4K and H.265.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


5.00":

This display is tiny. You will probably see very little on the screen and be able to use mini-resolutions.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Sony: Sony Corporation is one of the largest Japanese electronics companies. The company was founded in 1946 under a different name and initially produced rice stoves. The company launched the first transistor radio. In 1958, the company was renamed Sony. Sony is a combination of the Latin word sonus (sound) and the English word sonny (little boy). Today, its core business is consumer electronics. The company is engaged in the development, design, manufacture and sale of electronic equipment, instruments, devices, game consoles and software. Sony operates in the following segments: Gaming and Network Services, Music, Images, Home Entertainment and Sound, Imaging Products and Solutions, Mobile Communications, Semiconductors, Financial Services and Others.


77.5%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.


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Stefan Hinum, 2015-10- 1 (Update: 2015-10- 1)