Sony Xperia X Compact deals and reviews

Android Authority | Lanh Nguyen

The Sony Xperia X Compact is designed for people who still want a small phone without a lot of compromises, and while this phone can fulfill that need very well, it unfortunately comes at a premium that most people may not be willing to pay.

Android Headlines | Alexander Maxham

There's a lot of good things going for the Xperia X Compact, but there are a few negative things going as well, unfortunately... he camera on the Xperia X Compact is definitely the best in the business, especially at this price point.... And having all these settings for audio, as well as front-facing speakers, makes the Xperia X Compact a perfect fit for audiophiles that don't want a huge phone. Missing the fingerprint sensor is a pretty big deal, but those that have never had a smartphone with a fingerprint sensor likely won't care.

Expert Reviews | Jonathan Bray

Compared to it's predecessor it has an improved camera, and even better battery life, the Sony Xperia X Compact is clearly not a bad phone. If you're looking for a pocketable Android smartphone, in fact, it remains pretty much the only game in town.... The X Compact is a disappointment in other areas... it's not as quick and it isn't water-resistant, either.

PC Mag | Ajay Kumar

The Sony Xperia X Compact is a slimmed-down, midrange take on the new Xperia XZ smartphone.

Android Central | Andrew Martonik

The Xperia X Compact gives you everything you need in terms of screen, performance, battery life - plus a few nice additions like stereo speakers, a slick software experience and Sony's latest camera technology. But this isn't simply a flagship-level phone in a smaller size: you're getting a plastic phone that's also missing a fingerprint sensor and waterproofing.

Tom's Guide | Althea Chang

The Xperia X Compact has a beautiful screen and amazing battery life. But its camera doesn't live up to Sony's claims of blur-free photos.

S21

The Sony Xperia X Compact is a high-end compact smartphone with a fast processor, outstanding camera and plenty of memory. Lightweight and easily pocketable, it offers most of the features of Sony's flagship devices. However there are a few compromises and it seems over-priced compared with the alternatives.

phoneArena | Daniel P

The X Compact delivers very well on most important fronts (...) all things most people are looking for in a handset, and when delivered in a small and handy package at a decent price, they make the phone stand out.

Brighthand | Dragan Petric

The hardware keeps the Sony Xperia X Compact out of the flagship space, but it's still one of the best devices smaller than five inches on the market. Its long-lasting battery deserves the most praise, and we also like its modern design, attractive display, and decent performance.

TechRadar | Cameron Faulkner

Sony's X Compact is the best-looking yet in the small range. However, the quest to attract more eyes brought about a few too many sacrifices... Sony has gone surprisingly far off-course. It had a tough, waterproof build and turned it into a more premium body that looks swell, but scratches easily and, well, isn't waterproof. The ever-so-slight downgrade in chipset is a bit confusing, too.

Trusted Reviews | Max Parker

Not quite as good as previous Sony Compact phones. It's a passable mid-ranger, let down by an ugly design.

Alphr | Alan Martin

The Sony Xperia X Compact isn't a bad phone, but it's one I find very difficult to endorse... Sony once had the "pint-sized flagship" market cornered, but it's finally been bested. By itself in 2015.