Sony Xperia XZ2 vs Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium

Our verdict: Display is a trade-off — 5.7" on the Sony Xperia XZ2 versus 483 PPI on the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium. You'll barely notice the Sony Xperia XZ2 in your pocket at 198g. If you'd rather buy outright, the Sony Xperia XZ2 starts at £99.00 SIM-free.

Screen
5.7" 5"
Display
IPS IPS
Resolution
2160 x 1080 2160 x 1080
Pixels Per Inch
424 483
Rear Camera
19 Megapixels 19 Megapixels
Front Camera
5 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
Storage
64GB 64GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Micro SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions
153 x 72 x 11.1 mm 158.8 x 80.7 x 11.1 mm
Weight
198 grams 238 grams
Water Resistance
IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free
£99.00 £399.00
Sony Xperia XZ2 Sony Xperia XZ2 Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium
Screen 5.7" 5"
Display IPS IPS
Resolution 2160 x 1080 2160 x 1080
Pixels Per Inch 424 483
Rear Camera 19 Megapixels 19 Megapixels
Front Camera 5 Megapixels 5 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
Storage 64GB 64GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Micro SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 4G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X
Dimensions 153 x 72 x 11.1 mm 158.8 x 80.7 x 11.1 mm
Weight 198 grams 238 grams
Water Resistance IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Contracts
SIM-free £99.00 £399.00
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Sony Xperia XZ2 or Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium?

The Sony Xperia XZ2 has the bigger screen at 5.7" compared to the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium's 5", the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium has the sharper display at 483 pixels per inch versus 424, and both use IPS panels.

Which has the better camera, the Sony Xperia XZ2 or Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium?

The Sony Xperia XZ2 features a 19 Megapixels rear camera, while the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium has a 19 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Sony Xperia XZ2 or Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium?

The Sony Xperia XZ2 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £99.00.

What storage options are available for the Sony Xperia XZ2 and Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium?

The Sony Xperia XZ2 is available in 64GB, while the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium comes in 64GB.

What processors do the Sony Xperia XZ2 and Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium use?

The Sony Xperia XZ2 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, while the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Sony Xperia XZ2 or Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium?

The Sony Xperia XZ2 is the more portable of the two — it's 40g lighter at 198 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 153 x 72 x 11.1 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Sony Xperia XZ2 or Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Sony Xperia XZ2 and Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium run?

Both phones run Android.