There is a new Sony Xperia 5 V smartphone with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and a stellar 52MP camera

The Sony Xperia 5 V, the company’s newest smartphone with remarkable capabilities and a focus on photography, has just been announced by Sony. With three lovely color choices and the potent Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 engine, this single-storage variation smartphone represents a major improvement over its predecessor. Let’s get into the key features of this newest Xperia device.

Modern Functionality and Screen

A gorgeous 6.1-inch full-HD+ OLED HDR display with a swift 120Hz refresh rate is featured in the Sony Xperia 5 V. This display technology produces a highly responsive touch experience thanks to the quick 240Hz touch sampling rate. The Android 13-powered device is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and a GPU called the Adreno 740. It guarantees quick performance and enough storage for your needs with 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM and a large 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage.

Excellence in Photography

The Sony Xperia 5 V’s dual rear camera arrangement is one of its most notable features. Its primary 52MP Exmor T sensor produces excellent image quality. With its ultra-wide-angle lens and 12MP sensor, this camera system offers flexibility in photography. Selfie enthusiasts will value the front camera’s 12MP Exmor RS resolution.

Charger and Battery

A sizable 5,000mAh battery that supports both Qi wireless charging and 30W wired fast charging is provided by Sony in this smartphone.

Protected and Connected

The Xperia 5 V features with a practical side-mounted fingerprint sensor for quick and secure device access. It is well-equipped for connection, including a USB 3.2 Type-C port, GPS, NFC, 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth v5.3, and 5G compatibility. Notably, it keeps the 3.5mm audio jack, a function that many users like. This smartphone also has an IP68 classification for water and dust protection, which increases its endurance.

Cost and availability

Priced at EUR 999 (about Rs 89,100), the Sony Xperia 5 V has 256GB of internal storage and 8GB of RAM. It comes in three enticing colors: Platinum Silver, Blue, and Black. Later this month, customers in Europe, including the UK, are able to expect shipments. Although Sony hasn’t yet officially announced a launch in India, UK customers who buy the phone between September 22 and October 26 will be eligible for an exclusive launch bundle. The Sony WH-CH720N headphones are included in this package, giving an already impressive smartphone deal even more value.