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Sony Mobile just revealed two new additions to their X smartphone series – the Xperia XZ and Xperia X Compact. They also revealed an exclusive pre-order campaign with 11street, from today until October 4. Check out the full details below!
The Sony Xperia XZ & Xperia X Compact Revealed
Andrew Cheong, Country Director (Malaysia) at Sony Mobile kicked off the launch event with a keynote speech on the two new Sony X series smartphone.
Sony Xperia XZ & Xperia X Compact Specifications
| Specifications | Sony Xperia XZ | Sony Xperia X Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 5.2" TriLuminos display - 1080 x 1920 pixels | 4.6" TriLuminos display - 720 x 1280 pixels |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass with 2.5D curved edge Capless water- and dust-resistance (IP65/IP68) | Corning Gorilla Glass with 2.5D curved edge |
| Operating System | Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow | Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow |
| System Platform | Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 |
| Processor | 4 x Qualcomm Kyro (2.2 GHz) | 2 x ARM Cortex-A72 (1.8 GHz) 4 x ARM Cortex-A53 (1.8 GHz) |
| Graphics Processor | Qualcomm Adreno 530 | Qualcomm Adreno 510 |
| Memory | 3 GB LPDDR4 SDRAM | 3 GB LPDDR3 SDRAM |
| Storage | 64 GB internal flash storage microSD slot (shared with second SIM slot) - up to 256 GB | 32 GB internal flash storage microSD slot (up to 256 GB) |
| Front Camera | 13 MP Sony Exmor RS sensor with f/2.0 lens 5-axis stabilization 1080p video recording capability | 5 MP Sony Exmor R sensor with f/2.4 lens |
| Rear Camera | 23 MP Sony Exmor RS sensor with LED flash Triple image sensors - image sensor, laser AF sensor, RGBC-IR sensor Predictive Hybrid Autofocus capability 5-axis stabilization 4K video recording capability | 23 MP Sony Exmor RS sensor with LED flash Triple image sensors - image sensor, laser AF sensor, RGBC-IR sensor Predictive Hybrid Autofocus capability 5-axis stabilization 4K video recording capability |
| Network | 4G : LTE Cat 9 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41) 3G : UMTS HSPA+ WiFi : 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz | 4G : LTE Cat 6 3G : UMTS HSPA+ WiFi : 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
| Connectivity | GPS + GLONASS WiFi Miracast, Google Cast Bluetooth 4.2 NFC, DLNA | GPS + GLONASS WiFi Miracast, Google Cast Bluetooth 4.1 NFC, DLNA |
| SIM Capability | Dual SIM, Dual Standby Hybrid SIM (nano SIM x 2, or nano SIM + microSD) | Single nano SIM |
| Audio Capability | High Resolution Audio capability Front Surround Sound Stereo Audio Recording | High Resolution Audio capability Front Surround Sound Stereo Audio Recording |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, on Power button | No |
| Battery | 2,900 mAh lithium-ion battery Qnovo Adaptive Charging with Quick Charge 3.0 support | 2,700 mAh lithium-ion battery Qnovo Adaptive Charging with Quick Charge support |
| Dimensions | 72 mm wide x 146 mm tall x 8.1 mm thick | 65 mm wide x 129 mm tall x 9.5 mm thick |
| Weight | 161 g | 135 g |
| Available Colours | Forest Blue, Mineral Black, Platinum | Mist Blue, Universe Black, White |
| Launch Price | RM 2,699 / ~US$ 675 | RM 1,999 / ~US$ 499 |
Availability & Offers
The Sony Xperia XZ and Xperia X Compact smartphones will be available for sale in Malaysia beginning 7 October at Sony Mobile Stores, Sony Centres, and authorised dealers. The Xperia XZ will be available in the Dual SIM variant (Hybrid SIM slot) and the Xperia X Compact will be available in the Single SIM variant.
[adrotate banner=”4″]All Xperia XZ users will gain access to exclusive content in the Xperia Lounge (including 12 movie downloads), Qoo10 15% discount coupon and 20% off storewide on Zalora. In addition, users can also obtain a code via Xperia Lounge to stand a chance to win a brand new wardrobe from Zalora.
In addition, those who pre-order on 11street during the exclusive pre-order period will receive complimentary gifts worth RM 600 (~US$ 150) such as the Sony Bluetooth Headset, screen protector for Curve Display, back casing and an OTG 3.0 64GB Type C Connector.
Furthermore, 11street customers who participate in a lucky draw will stand a chance to bring home a Cristiano Ronaldo Signed and Framed Real Madrid 2015-2016 jersey worth RM 3,000.
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