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Sony Xperia X Performance
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Sony Xperia X Performance

Released: 2016, February 22. Released 2016, July 01Price: About 170 EURStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

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

Full Specifications

OSAndroid 6.0.1 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
CPUQuad-core (2x2.15 GHz Kryo & 2x1.6 GHz Kryo)
GPUAdreno 530
NFCYes
SAR0.58 W/kg (head) 0.67 W/kg (body)
SIMNano-SIM, Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0, OTG
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2, (~68.1% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
BrandSony
BuildGlass front, aluminum back, plastic frame
ModelSony Xperia X Performance
PriceAbout 170 EUR
RadioNo
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (3CA) Cat9 450/50 Mbps
Video1080p@30fps
CameraPhoto, /, Video
ColorsWhite, Graphite Black, Lime Gold, Rose Gold
ModelsSO-04H, F8131, SOV33, F8132, 502SO
SAR EU0.52 W/kg (head) 0.94 W/kg (body)
Single13 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1/3"
StatusDiscontinued
Weight164.4 g (5.78 oz)
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm)
DisplayContrast ratio: 1461 (nominal), 3.234 (sunlight)
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bandsHSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - F8131, F8132
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 38, 39, 40, 41 - F8131, F8132
Charging18W wired, QC2
FeaturesHDR
Internal32GB 3GB RAM (SS), 64GB 3GB RAM (DS)
Released2016, February 22. Released 2016, July 01
Announced2016, February 22. Released 2016, July 01
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP, aptX, LE
Card slotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions143.7 x 70.4 x 8.7 mm (5.66 x 2.77 x 0.34 in)
ProtectionScratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerVoice 63dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 67dB
PerformanceBasemark OS II 2.0: 2179Basemark X: 28450
PositioningGPS, GLONASS/ BDS (region dependent)
Audio qualityNoise -95.2dB / Crosstalk -95.1dB
Battery (old)Endurance rating 61h

Sony Xperia X Performance Overview

About Sony Xperia X Performance Sony Xperia X Performance is a discontinued device from Sony's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the 2016. Sony Xperia X Performance has a wide variety of great specifications such as 32GB 3GB RAM (SS), 64GB 3GB RAM (DS) with Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (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

Sony Xperia X Performance 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 Sony Xperia X Performance?

The Sony Xperia X Performance 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 Sony Xperia X Performance support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Sony 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 Sony Xperia X Performance void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Sony Xperia X Performance will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Sony Xperia X Performance run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Sony Xperia X Performance.