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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 105 reviews

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  • Display Quality

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Camera

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.2 out of 5 stars

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78%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers praise the Xperia PRO-I 5G 512GB's superb camera quality and the inclusion of a headphone jack and SD card slot, features rarely found in current phones. However, some users express concerns regarding the phone's tendency to overheat, especially during video recording, and its battery life, which is reported as needing improvement. The high price point is also a factor mentioned by some customers. Overall, opinions are mixed, with strong positive feedback on certain features balanced by negative experiences with others.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It should have been fair condition and lower price

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Phone is awesome. I wasn't happy for the price. It was excellent but it didn't had anything. No sony charger or box or the manufacturer warranty. BestBuy has to teach wearhouses how to evaluate the phone. That phone should have been in a fair condition because it came on a brown box and on a bubble wrap. Excellent condition should be everything original inside the package.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Ippios, Sorry to hear about your concern. Despite the price, we are glad that you like your new Sony Xperia. Your Xperia PRO-I features a genuine 1-inch sensor, enabling you to capture photos and videos with exceptional imaging quality. Combining a 1-inch image sensor, sophisticated glass lens, and Sony's advanced image signal processors, the Xperia PRO-I achieves professional imaging quality to satisfy even the most demanding photographer. For greater creative flexibility, the Xperia PRO-I lets you shoot high quality video in 4K HDR 120fps, and select playback frame rates from 24fps up to 120fps. It is also water and dust resistant, and uses Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, the toughest Gorilla Glass yet – with improvement in both drop and scratch resistance. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great upgrade

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Sony phone has a great camera and the display is amazing!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Heat

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don't buy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It overheats all the time. I love Sony, but this device is not worth it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Heat

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Overheats like crazy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I’ve tried two different units and both overheated quickly.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don’t waste your money

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not worth for the money, Main purpose i was bought this phone for camera but camera sucks, Personally i would say there is nothing like iPhone camera

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Buffaloboy, Thank you for your insight. We regret to hear that the camera didn't meet your expectations. This is definitely not the experience we'd like you to have. We'd love to help you troubleshoot your problem and turn this into a better experience.

      In the meantime, you may consider checking and trying different modes in Photography Pro to take stunning pictures. For more details, please check this link:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00246274?utm_source=glean

      For further assistance, please email us at [email protected] with the following details:

      Name:
      BBY Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Sincerely,
      Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Terrible

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The worst phone i get on my entire life I don't recomend THIS product ever!!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Xperia club

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This phone it’s so So freaking good, thanks Best Buy

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
      Posted .

      Hello EnriqueG, We are glad that you like your Sony Xperia Your Xperia PRO-I features a genuine 1-inch sensor, enabling you to capture photos and videos with exceptional imaging quality. Combining a 1-inch image sensor, sophisticated glass lens, and Sony's advanced image signal processors, the Xperia PRO-I achieves professional imaging quality to satisfy even the most demanding photographer. For greater creative flexibility, the Xperia PRO-I lets you shoot high quality video in 4K HDR 120fps, and select playback frame rates from 24fps up to 120fps. It is also water and dust resistant, and uses Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, the toughest Gorilla Glass yet – with improvement in both drop and scratch resistance. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great phone with awesome features. Highly recommended

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Headphone jack, Sd card slot

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've owned multiple Sony phones and they NEVER disappoint. If you're an audiophile this phone is PERFECT. Hi res output (32 bit 192khz) and if you use Poweramp for your music it'll upscale to 32bit 384khz and the best part.... Headphone jack and SD card. Rare to find in phones anymore. It's like a DAP and phone all in one. What's not to like?

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi user336722, We're glad that you are enjoying your Xperia PRO-I. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Does not work on T-Mobile. Prove me wrong.

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After reading the specs here, and the reviews, and the Q&A, everything said this phone worked on the tmobile network. Apparently not. The one I bought from best buy did not. "Gilbert from Detroit" from Tmobile tech support could not activate this phone. I took it into best buy, and they couldn't activate it. Neither could answer if it was the make/model of the phone that was the problem. Or THIS specific phone that was the problem. Neither of them could guarantee if I bought another Pro-I if it would work. So I'm not bothering.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Semperpete, We regret to hear you are having an issue with your Sony Xperia PRO-I. This is definitely not the customer experience we want you to have. We highly recommend contacting our support team to help you further with your concern: https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=mobile. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you. Vincent Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    To much money

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    To much money and the camara is suck never igan everything else is perfect but the carmara not at all

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Real100, We regret to hear you are having an issue with the camera of your Sony Xperia. This is definitely not the customer experience we want you to have. We can restart your Xperia to isolate the issue. To reset your device, please long press the power key. In the menu that opens, tap [Restart]. The device restarts automatically. We can also reset the camera cache. To do this, Find and tap [Settings] > [Apps & notifications] > Select Camera, and then tap [Storage & cache] > [Clear cache]. Feel free to test the camera of your Xperia again and verify if it resolves the issue. We take all user input seriously and will make sure your comments reach the appropriate person.

      If you are still having the same issue, you can email us at [email protected] with the following details:

      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Sincerely,
      Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    2 years old and still great

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It's probably my favorite I've ever had. It's durable, Fast, and made of High-Quality Tech. The battery life is still great, and playing games has been awesome. The video and Audio are solid. Camara is excellent but in the right lighting. Overall, it doesn't glitch, and I don't get frustrated with it, which is most important to me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Buying professional camera,  this phone replace .  I will definitely go with this phone.. great pictures great videos.  convenient storage update.  I can’t use my headphones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Rambo, Thanks for your 5-star review. We are glad that your Xperia PRO-I is the best phone for you. The Xperia PRO-I features a genuine 1-inch sensor, enabling you to capture photos and videos with exceptional imaging quality. Combining a 1-inch image sensor, sophisticated glass lens, and Sony's advanced image signal processors, the Xperia PRO-I achieves professional imaging quality to satisfy even the most demanding photographer. For greater creative flexibility, the Xperia PRO-I lets you shoot high quality video in 4K HDR 120fps, and select playback frame rates from 24fps up to 120fps. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Camera with a phone and internet

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best video quality,best picture quality,the unlocked sony experia pro 1 works with my phone company,also provides excellent picture quality and better than excellent sound quality for both my home security camera sets.it also mirror casts to my t.v.and bluetooths to my stereo speakers.waterproof up to 4 1/2feet and dust proof.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good camera phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was surprised how good main camera on this piece of art. I bought it since it was released for full price. 1 complaint, 5g C-bends are locked. So, basically its no 4g LTE

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AlexP, We're glad that you're enjoying your new phone. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The smart phone .

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like everything about it. The quality of pics is amazing. I have always been a Sony fan. My music system , tv and phones.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Bhai, We're delighted to hear that you are enjoying your new phone. Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Best smartphone

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very powerful smartphone, it has a beautiful 4k display, very nice pictures, and the sound is very clear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MyTech, Great! We're delighted to hear that you're enjoying your new phone. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for choosing Sony. Erin Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent phone.

    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Build quality. camera excellent. overall excellent. I really like this phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi John, We are glad that you like the build quality and camera of your new Sony Xperia. Your new Xperia PRO-I features a genuine 1-inch sensor, enabling you to capture photos and videos with exceptional imaging quality. Combining a 1-inch image sensor, sophisticated glass lens, and Sony's advanced image signal processors, the Xperia PRO-I achieves professional imaging quality to satisfy even the most demanding photographer. For greater creative flexibility, the Xperia PRO-I lets you shoot high quality video in 4K HDR 120fps, and select playback frame rates from 24fps up to 120fps. It is also water and dust resistant, and uses Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, the toughest Gorilla Glass yet – with improvement in both drop and scratch resistance. Thank you for choosing Sony! Vincent Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Heat

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works very well, very fast. Does get hot at times. Sound is incredible unlike the other Sony phones I've had.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Store Service

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Haven't turned it on yet. Service was beyond expectation.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi use631674, We are glad to hear that the service exceeded your expectations. We hope that you also like your new Sony Xperia. Your new Xperia PRO-I features a genuine 1-inch sensor, enabling you to capture photos and videos with exceptional imaging quality. Combining a 1-inch image sensor, sophisticated glass lens, and Sony's advanced image signal processors, the Xperia PRO-I achieves professional imaging quality to satisfy even the most demanding photographer. For greater creative flexibility, the Xperia PRO-I lets you shoot high quality video in 4K HDR 120fps, and select playback frame rates from 24fps up to 120fps. Thank you for your purchase. Enjoy! Vincent Sony_US

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