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Sonim XP8
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Sonim XP8

Released: 2018, AprilPrice: About 700 EURStatus: Available. Released 2018, May

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 7.0 (Nougat)
CPUOcta-core 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 508
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, magnetic connector
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~57.0% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
BrandSonim
ModelSonim XP8
PriceAbout 700 EUR
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat12 600/150 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
ColorsBlack
ModelsXP8800
Single8 MP
StatusAvailable. Released 2018, May
Weight335 g (11.82 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66
Charging18W wired, QC4
FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Internal64GB 4GB RAM
Released2018, April
Stand-byUp to 720 h
Announced2018, April
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC
Talk timeUp to 30 h
3.5mm jackNo
Dimensions152 x 79.5 x 18 mm (5.98 x 3.13 x 0.71 in)
Music playUp to 70 h
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Sonim XP8 Overview

About Sonim XP8 Sonim XP8 is another flagship from Sonim's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2018. Sonim XP8 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 64GB 4GB RAM with Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Sonim XP8 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Sonim XP8?

The Sonim XP8 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Sonim XP8 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Sonim devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Sonim XP8 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Sonim XP8 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Sonim XP8 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Sonim XP8.