Sony Xperia M5 - the case when the price matches the content

Sony has a clear delineation of phone lines by price segments. For a long time, the M-series devices belonged to the middle segment, but in 2015 a new Sony Xperia M5 appeared on the market with a price of 29 thousand rubles. Slightly higher than the middle segment, but the stuffing of the device is impressive. At least in numbers. Here you can see an eight-core processor, serious cameras, both behind and in front, support for LTE and many other interesting things. We will understand what is this device in the review of the Sony Xperia M5.

Specifications

As it was said in the introduction, the model has a rather serious iron, which may well give an understanding of such a high price tag.

On a note! So that the user is not confused, it should immediately be noted that the model appeared on the market in two versions - E5633 and E5603.The only difference between devices in the number of supported SIM cards. The E5633 has two, the E5603 has one. Otherwise, the model does not have any differences, therefore, we will discuss the device as a whole.

Specifications	Xperia m5
Display	5 inches, IPS, FHD
Chipset	Helio X10 MT6795, 8 * 1.95 GHz
Memory	3/16 GB, microSD 128 GB
Wireless interfaces	LTE, Wi-Fi (2 bands), GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, NFC, Bluetooth 4.1
Camera	21 Mp, 13 Mp
Battery	2600 mAh
Dimensions and weight	145 * 72 * 7.6 mm, 143 grams
Protection	IP68
Colors	Gold, Black, White

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Characteristics of the Sony Xperia M5 - these are not the parameters that are usually inherent in devices from the middle segment. The model does not have the largest memory and battery, but otherwise the device looks very decent. Pleasantly pleased with the opportunity to choose a device with one or two sim, as well as moisture protection. Of course, a rare user buys a phone with an eye to the opportunity to swim with him, but to get under the rain or drop the phone in a puddle (pour coffee on it) is more than real. Another plus - separate slots for sim and memory cards.

Design

The device has a small display of 5 inches, this makes the dimensions of the device quite small. The model is perfectly in the hand, and to reach out to any of the corners with your thumb is not difficult. Phone great for one-handed use, it should be bought to all those who are tired of large devices.

Important! It is noteworthy that the frames around the display are not the thinnest here, and the display area in relation to the total front surface is approximately 66%.

The bottom of the display is normally empty. The control keys are virtual, located at the bottom of the matrix. Above the display is a camera, speaker and sensors. Looking at the camera, it immediately becomes clear that it is not the easiest. This is quite a noticeable round element that catches the eye. In addition, the peephole of the front camera slightly rises above the surface.

The back and front panels are made of scratch-resistant and damaged glass. The side faces are plastic, but the corners are metallic. This is done to better protect the device when it falls. The plastic used in the device is quite expensive, there is no reason to complain about the lack of rigidity, backlash, creaking and other deficiencies.

The familiar round power key is installed on the right side, it has a pleasant turn. Near the rocker to adjust the volume, as well as a key to control the key.On the left side under the rubberized plug connectors for the SIM and memory card. At the top there is a microphone and a headphone jack. At the bottom of the connector for connecting microUSB. Here the speaker is installed.

On the rear glass panel is the eye of the main camera and flash. In the center of the NFC chip. Glass as a surface coating is beautiful, but not very practical. Even oleophobic layer does not save the phone from fingerprints, therefore, periodically the smartphone will have to wipe. However, this does not happen too often. In general, to characterize the design of the Sony Xperia M5 Dual in two words - simple and strict. At the same time, the phone does not look outdated, it is a stylish device.

Little about protection

The device has received a protection class - IP68. This means that it is not afraid of water and dust, but with a number of reservations. Not all users are aware that IP68 involves immersing a smartphone to a depth of 1 meter for no more than half an hour.. The phone is not afraid of drinks such as coffee, tea, milk, but alcohol can not be watered.

There are similar restrictions on water. This class protects only from fresh water. Sea salt water may well cause damage to the device.This fact should be taken into account, and when traveling to the sea, do not trump the protection of the apparatus. If it still leaks, and when they find salt under the lid, the smartphone will not be repaired under warranty. There are a lot of such examples, and they often write about this in reviews.

Important! The phone will not leak under the condition of tightly closed plugs, this moment should be checked and monitored, the slightest gap - and the device may well break.

Display

The Sony Ixperia M5 does not have a huge display - a 5-inch screen, small by modern standards, is installed here. Its resolution is FHD, which is more than enough for this unit. IPS matrix traditionally transmits colors well and has good viewing angles. The device is able Leave the display on until the device is in the hand. There is also support for working in gloves. The brightness of the device at a high level, in the afternoon in the sun everything is seen perfectly. At night, the picture also does not press on the eyes.

Of the minuses - the matrix is ​​a little bluish, but if it is very good to look closely and compare with other devices. In everyday use it is not noticeable. Sensitivity and response are high, no complaints. there is oleophobic and anti-glare layertheir quality is good.The matrix of the device is made on the top five, it will appeal to even the most picky.

Autonomy

The battery capacity in the Sony Xperia M5 Dual is not too big - 2600 mAh. However, practice shows that the company has learned how to optimize the firmware so that small batteries are enough for comfortable work. The device with average loads withstands about 2 days, if you use the basic functions - a few calls, a little surfing, then you can count on three days. With serious loads of the device is enough for a working day.

On a note! There is no quick charge in the model. In 2015, this function was installed only in the flagships of the company, and Sony Ixperia M5 is not one of those.

Performance

Smartphone Sony Xperia M5 dual has received quite a serious chip, which may not show the flagship speeds, but is quite capable of giving the user high-quality performance and speed. The device copes with games, multitasking and at the same time moderately heated. The processor has 8 cores, the frequency of each is 1.95 gigahertz. RAM is represented by 3 gigabytes, which is not so much, but considering how much Sony optimizes its system, this memory is quite enough.

On a note! The 16 GB drive, which is only half free, looks very pale. However, no one cancels the possibility to add a memory card, since the slot for it is separate here.

Interface device will please the user:

• the presence of LTE,
• two ranges of Wi-Fi,
• fast navigator
• modern bluetooth
• availability of NFC for contactless payments.

There are no problems or shortcomings in this issue. Everything works quickly and efficiently.

Camera

If you look at the characteristics of the camera in the Sony Xperia M5, you immediately think that it is a camera phone. The main matrix has a resolution of 21 megapixels, supplemented by phase autofocus. She is able shoot video in 4K. The main camera takes decent pictures. She manages to do it better during the day, soap appears at night The device quickly focuses, has many interesting modes, including augmented reality. There is a manual shooting, which is also quite typical. The level of shooting in this unit is no better and no worse than that of models in a similar price segment. This is pleasantly pleasing, as usually Sony's attempts to do something interesting are poured into something incomprehensible.

The front camera has a resolution of 13 megapixels, which is also a lot, and in addition, it, like the main matrix, has autofocus. For regulars Instagrammem and other social networks, the device will become a real boon. Selfies here turns out gorgeous, and it is impossible to find at least one minus in the picture. It was mentioned above that the video can be written in 4K, the picture is not professional, but of a very high level, there is also timeshift mode, which allows you to shoot a slow motion video with a high frame rate.

Conclusion

Sony Xperia M5 is an excellent device from the famous manufacturer. Only real minus model - the amount of memory. The rest of the device is good. Here and high-quality body with a nice design, and high performance, and decent autonomy. The level of the photo is not flagship, but in the same price tag to buy a competitor with the best camera hardly turned out. Price - 29 thousand rubles at the startthat is fully justified by the characteristics and capabilities of the device. The device will appeal to both fans of the brand, and those who do not have specific preferences, but want to buy an adequate device for reasonable money.

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