90
James Peckham
TechRadar
“If you’re looking for near top‑end tech in an easier‑to‑hold phone, you’ll struggle to go wrong with the Xperia 5 II, as it features a great camera, beautiful screen and long‑lasting battery.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Compact Flagship Design
- High‑Resolution OLED Display
- 120 Hz Refresh Rate
- Powerful Snapdragon 865+ Processor
- Premium Glass‑Aluminum Build
- Great cameras
Points of Contention
- Slippery Surface
- Non‑Remappable Assistant Button
- Lack of Wireless Charging
- Limited Camera Flexibility
- High price
- Lacks 5G in the U.S.
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics80
Andy Boxall
Digital Trends
“The Sony Xperia 5 II is just the right size and has a desirable specification, but its best features need work to exploit, and some frustrating omissions make it hard to recommend.”
75
Jon Porter
The Verge
“More than any other smartphone I’ve used this year, the Sony Xperia 5 II feels like a tool.”
