Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
Specifications
Secondary Camera: 16 MPix 1/2.6" Exmor R for mobile™ for mobile image sensor, 23mm wide-angle lens F2.0, OIS (Optical Image Stabiliser), Low-light photo: up to ISO 6400, Smart Selfie Flash
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Average of 14 scores (from 40 reviews)
Reviews for the Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra
Source: Phone World Archive.org version
The device SONY XPERIA XA1 Ultra is packed with good features and mainly this device is for big-screen lovers because it has 6 inches’ screen size. It has performed well in every section but its battery has disappoint us and the price is too high as compare to other brands. Sony should look at the prices if they want good response from users.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/06/2017
Source: India Today Archive.org version
There is no denying it. At around Rs 29,000, (on e-commerce websites) the Xperia XA1 Ultra is a niche smartphone for a certain subset of users who want a device geared towards multimedia with great cameras. Smartphones like the Honor 8 Pro and OnePlus 3T offer a better overall package and better specifications for more or less the same cost.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/08/2017
Rating: Total score: 75%
Source: Think Digit Archive.org version
If you can get past the lack of a fingerprint sensor, the Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra is a dependable smartphone for big-screen phone lovers. It's just not the best value for your money at nearly Rs. 30,000.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/03/2017
Rating: Total score: 69%
Source: NDTV Gadgets Archive.org version
The Xperia XA1 Ultra is a big screen device aimed at people specifically looking for a phablet for entertainment purposes. Its big bezel-less display is ideal for watching content and playing games but could have done with some stereo speakers. We like how Sony has tuned the Helio P20 chip and the Xperia UI to deliver good battery backup but the lack of a fingerprint scanner and 4K video recording are two of the major drawbacks of this smartphone.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/01/2017
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 70% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70%
Source: Gadgets Now Archive.org version
To sum it up, if you're looking for a smartphone with good camera and display then XA1 Ultra will not disappoint you. But in case you are looking for a complete package, there are other options you can choose from in the same price segment.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/30/2017
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Tech Smart Archive.org version
The XA1 Ultra (32 GB) will cost you around R8k depending on the retailer (spotted on Takealot for R7 999) here in South Africa. That's a tad expensive when it comes to the upper mid-range market, but for that price you'll get a screen that's on-trend, a solid camera and an array of specifications to ensure a bit of technological longevity for your purchase. Or more precisely, long enough to see you through your 24-month contract.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/28/2017
Source: Ausdroid Archive.org version
The Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra is available exclusively through Vodafone, with plans starting from $45 per month with 2GB data with unlimited calls, text and MMS included. You can check out the Vodafone Australia website to have a look at what plans the Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/26/2017
Source: Yugatech Archive.org version
It’s hard not to consider the Xperia XA1 Ultra when looking for a smartphone with a big screen real estate. You would be hard pressed not to be impressed by its slim design, capable shooters, stellar battery life, large RAM and storage, and having Android Nougat out of the box. The Xperia XA1 sits dangerously at a price point where competitors could offer a better price to performance device. Its biggest disadvantage, aside from price, is its year old Helios P20 processor. The Xperia XA1 Ultra is available at Widget City for Php24,000. See listing here. The official local SRP is at Php 21,990.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/21/2017
Source: iTech Post Archive.org version
Unlike the flagship Xperia XZ Premium which can be pre-ordered through the Sony website right now, those interested in the Xperia XA1 Ultra will have to wait until June 12 before they can pre-order the phablet, as reported by Phone Arena. It will then be available online on June 21 before dropping in stores on July 2. The company has yet to announce the price of the mid-range phablet but the Sony Xperia A1 Ultra is expected t cost around $400.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/05/2017
Source: GSM Arena Archive.org version
Six-inchers are few and far between. They are far from the established sweet spot for screen size in most markets. We've definitely seen the segment pick up in the last year across various manufacturers portfolios but the fact remains that phones this big remain a niche product for now. Regardless of how tastes evolve, it is always a good time for us when a Sony Xperia Ultra comes our way.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/03/2017
Source: Phone Arena Archive.org version
When compared side by side with its smaller sibling – the Xperia XA1 – the XA1 Ultra almost looks a bit tacky. It’s like if Sony wondered how to make a more premium-looking mid-ranger, but the only ideas they had were “make it bigger” and “put some metal on it”. And neither of these decisions do it much favor, immediately drawing attention to design problems the smaller model’s body did a much better job of hiding.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/22/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Stuff TV Archive.org version
I liked what I saw of the Sony Xperia XA1 Ultra, which seems to be making a hard play for big-screen fans who don’t want to pay flagship prices. We’ll see how much longer Sony continues to play in the mid-range phone space with such fierce competition from OnePlus and Huawei, but things are looking positive for 2017 at least.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/28/2017
Source: Trusted Reviews Archive.org version
Sony should at least be given credit for trying something different, but this doesn’t feel like a phone that's suited to many people. In fact, its market is probably very niche. Having a generous screen size is great, but some of the other specs are a little odd. The big question is: will that tiny battery really last the day? Unfortunately, I’m not convinced.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2017
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
Sony's Xperia XA1 and XA1 Ultra might not be flagship devices, but their edge-to-edge displays are great. So much so that we'd love to have seen them on both the Xperia XZs and the Xperia XZ Premium. Just imagine how fabulous a 4K HDR edge-to-edge display could be.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/27/2017
Source: Mobile Syrup Archive.org version
If last year’s rollout is any indication, only certain carriers will choose to take these two phones on. The Xperia ZX Premium and Xperia ZXs will get more attention from the Big 3, whereas flanker brands and regional providers are more likely to look at these mid-range devices.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/27/2017
Source: Android Authority Archive.org version
In terms of release and pricing, Sony has announced that the XA1 will begin to go on sale on May 1, 2017 through retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, B&H, and much more, for the price of $299.99. That’s not too shabby when you think about it, but we’re curious to see where they place the XA1 Ultra later on in late spring. We’re hoping to see it under $500 at the very least, just because anything more than that, it’ll be competing against other giants in the premium space.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 02/25/2017
Foreign Reviews
Source: Teltarif DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/23/2017
Rating: Total score: 92% price: 97% display: 80% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90%
Source: Area DVD DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/19/2017
Source: Tech Stage DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/18/2017
Source: Curved DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/06/2017
Source: Inside Handy DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/05/2017
Rating: Total score: 72%
Source: Android Pit DE→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 02/27/2017
Source: Android Geek PT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good cameras; decent hardware.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/27/2017
Source: Android Geek PT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High performance; solid workmanship; memory card slot; good selfie camera. Negative: No fingerprint sensor.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/29/2017
Source: Smartphone Italia IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/24/2017
Rating: performance: 80% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Leonardo.it Tech IT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice selfie camera; long battery life. Negative: Poor display; mediocre design.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/31/2017
Source: Fredzone FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/03/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80%
Source: Mobi France FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/03/2017
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Phonandroid FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/25/2017
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Tabletowo PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/02/2017
Rating: Total score: 84% performance: 70% display: 90% mobility: 85% workmanship: 75%
Source: 90 Sekund PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good display; nice performance; long battery life. Negative: Poor cameras.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/14/2017
Source: Helpix RU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/12/2017
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Product Test RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Large screen; good selfie camera; powerful processor; quick charge; fashionable design. Negative: No fingerprint sensor; short battery life; unsupport waterproof and dust avoiding.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/11/2017
Source: Sohoa VN Express VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/07/2017
Rating: Total score: 77% price: 70% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/06/2017
Rating: Total score: 72%
Source: Zing VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Large screen; nice cameras; excellent display; great built quality; decent hardware. Negative: Mediocre design; low autonomy; unsupported waterproof; no fingerprint sensor.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/06/2017
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; large screen; good cameras; decent hardware; quick charge.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/26/2017
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Large screen; long battery life; good display; decent cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/29/2017
Source: Zing VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; decent cameras; good price; beautiful design. Negative: No fingerprint sensor; unsupport waterproof.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/09/2017
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good price; impressive design; compact size; decent cameras.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/28/2017
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ARM Mali-T880 MP2: Mobile graphics solution for tablets and smartphones, which can be found in ARM SoCs (for mostly Android based devices). The Mali-T880 can be built with 1 to 16 clusters, where the MP2 version features 2 clusters/cores.
Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Helio P20 MT6757: ARM based octa core SoC (8x ARM Cortex-A53) clocked at up to 2.3 GHz. The chip also includes a Cat.6 LTE modem.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
6.00":
It is a very small display format for smartphones. You should by no means be mis-sighted and you will generally see very little on the screen and only have a small resolution available. In return, the device should be very small and handy.
» 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.
73.64%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.