Our quick take

Alternatives to consider

Samsung Galaxy S20 FE

  • Read the full Samsung Galaxy S20 FE review

OnePlus 8T

  • Read the full OnePlus 8T review

Sony Xperia 5 II - 4.5 / 5

Design and build

  • Dimensions: 158 x 68 x 8mm / Weight: 163g IP65/68 water- and dust-resistant Glass and metal design

Display

  • 6.1-inch OLED panel 2520 x 1080 pixels 120Hz refresh rate 21:9 aspect ratio

Hardware and performance

  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G processor 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, microSD slot Battery: 4000mAh, fast-charging

Cameras

  • Triple rear camera system: Ultra-wide (16mm): 12-megapixel, 1/2.55in sensor size, f/2.2 aperture Main (24mm): 12MP, 1/1.7in (1.8µm), f/1.7, optical stabilisation (OIS) Tele (70mm): 12MP, 1/3.4in, f/2.4, OIS Front: 8MP, 1/4in, f/2.0

  • Ultra-wide (16mm): 12-megapixel, 1/2.55in sensor size, f/2.2 aperture Main (24mm): 12MP, 1/1.7in (1.8µm), f/1.7, optical stabilisation (OIS) Tele (70mm): 12MP, 1/3.4in, f/2.4, OIS

How does Sony’s software stack up?

  • Android 10 (at launch) Some modifications

To recap

Given that this is a powerful but compact handset the Sony Xperia 5 II retains much that’s appealing - with a good build, lots of power and a great display. Certainly, it has more appeal then the costly Xperia 1 II, but once again, it faces strong competition - espeically in the camera department.