Sonim XP7 Specifications, Tests and Review

Display
4", 800 x 480
Front Camera
1 Megapixel
Main Camera
8 Megapixel
Operating System
Android 4.4 (KitKat)
Storage
16 GB
RAM
1 GB
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
Battery
4800 mAh

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sonim XP7
Product Type Smartphone
Form Factor Touch - Rugged
Height 137 mm Better than 51 % of phones rated.
Width 72.1 mm Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Depth 20.8 mm Worse than 90 % of phones rated.
Weight 290 g Worse than 99 % of phones rated.
Protection Shockproof, dustproof, splashproof, waterproof
Waterproof (Water-resistant) Yes Better than 86 % of phones rated.
IP rating IP68
SAR Value 0.68 W/kg (body), 0.64 W/kg (head)
Integrated Components FM radio
Connector Type Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm
USB

Design of Sonim XP7 has dimensions of 137 mm × 72.1 mm × 20.8 mm and weight of 290 g. The water resistance of the phone´s design is also worth mentioning.

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DISPLAY Sonim XP7
Display Type LCD display
Screen Size (Display Size) 4" Worse than 65 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 800 x 480 pixels Worse than 55 % of phones rated.
Colour Depth 16.7 million colours Better than 98 % of phones rated.
Display Protection (Screen Protector) Corning Gorilla Glass 2 (scratch resistant glass)

The screen size reaches 4" inches. Smaller phone displays are not necessarily a disadvantage. They are easier to use with one hand. However, displays of these sizes don't provide the same experience when watching videos or playing games, so they're better suited for less demanding users. It means, if you're a basic user and you don't expect to use your phone for activities like watching videos or playing games on regular basis, this size is perfectly adequate. The disadvantage of LCD displays is the relatively lower color contrast displayed, as the technology cannot display absolute black well. Also due to the higher power consumption, LCD displays are no longer as common in phones. Even so, some manufacturers still equip their phones with LCD technology. However, modern smartphones are already using OLED technology. The advantage of LCD phones is that they tend to be cheaper to build than OLED technology.

Display Resolution of Sonim XP7 is 800 x 480 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px.

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PROCESSOR Sonim XP7
Processor Type (CPU) Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
Processor Number MSM8926
Clock Speed 1.2 GHz Worse than 67 % of phones rated.
Processor Core Qty Quad-core Worse than 57 % of phones rated.

The processor type of the Sonim XP7 is Qualcomm Snapdragon 400. The number of processor cores is 4. It is a number of cores that plays an important role in evaluating the performance of phone as it is responsible for computing operations. Smartphones already commonly have a core count of around 4 to 8. Multi-core processors can perform better and reduce the processing time of a request to a minimum, which is reflected in the responsiveness of the phone, e.g. in the speed of opening applications. Sonim XP7 is provided with processor´s frequency of 1.2 GHz. Normally today you will find this value between 1.8 and 2.8 GHz, and the higher the number, the faster the response of the phone. The processor frequency will thus be one of the important parameters if you are looking for a phone capable of managing several requests at once without major problems.

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MEMORY Sonim XP7
RAM 1 GB Worse than 61 % of phones rated.
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) 16 GB Worse than 53 % of phones rated.
User Memory 12 GB

The phone is provided with an internal memory of 16 GB. Internal storage capacity is often a key parameter, as it determines how many files, photos, apps and more your phone can store. This memory capacity is ideal for those who have a few basic apps and a few dozen photos on their phone. If you don't expect to use your phone to play games or need to store high-resolution photos, this size should be sufficient. There is almost no probability you're likely to see this low capacity on new smartphones. The standard memory today is around 64 and 128 GB. The best phones have internal memory of 256 GB or more. Fortunately, manufacturers nowadays think of all users and therefore offer phone models with different memory sizes so that everyone can choose what suits them.

Operating memory significantly affects the performance of the entire phone. Sonim XP7 has an operating memory of 1 GB. Phones with less than 4 GB of RAM are better suited for undemanding users who use phone more for basic needs and some essential applications only. But if you are a heavy user, reach for at least 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which is the standard today, or 12 GB for the really demanding ones.

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CAMERA Sonim XP7
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution 8 Megapixel Better than 52 % of phones rated.
Focus Adjustment Automatic
Light Source LED light
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution (Front) 1 Megapixel Worse than 94 % of phones rated.

The rear camera of the Sonim XP7 has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. A high resolution lens alone does not necessarily mean high quality photos. The main lens in this has a resolution of 8 Megapixel. However, if you are looking for perfect photos, in addition to resolution, don't forget to focus on at other parameters such as lens aperture or pixel size.

Front camera
The front camera of phone Sonim XP7 has one lens. This number of lenses is standard on most smartphones nowadays. The resolution of main lens reaches 1 Megapixel. Again, it should be noted that resolution is not the only factor affecting the quality of the front camera photo.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING Sonim XP7
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) 4800 mAh Better than 92 % of phones rated.
Standby Time 1000 hours Better than 99 % of phones rated.
Talk Time 2400 minutes Better than 97 % of phones rated.
Run Time Details Talk: up to 2400 min
Standby: up to 1000 hrs

The battery size of Sonim XP7 is 4800 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day.

Standby time is 1000 hours. The value indicates how long your phone will last on a single charge when you are not actively using it. The battery life when making calls is, like standby time, a figure that tells us how long the phone will last on a single charge when making continuous calls. For the Sonim XP7 it is 2400 minutes.

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CELLULAR Sonim XP7
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G Better than 88 % of phones rated.
Operating System Android 4.4 (KitKat)
Navigation GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS

Sonim XP7 supports 4G. 4G connectivity is still common today, although the latest phones already have 5G connectivity. 3G connectivity is now more of a thing of past and can only be found on older models. The phone's operating system is Android 4.4 (KitKat).

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COMMUNICATIONS Sonim XP7
Data Transmission GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, FDD-LTE
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
4G LTE Band Band 1, Band 2, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 12, Band 17
4G LTE Frequency FDD 2100, FDD 1900 PCS, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS, FDD 850, FDD 2600, FDD 900, FDD 700a, FDD 700b
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0
NFC Yes Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Communication Features Mobile Email client, Internet browser
Messaging Services SMS, MMS

The NFC function will please all fans of contactless mobile payments. In addition, you can also use function in the context of connectivity, for example, to unlock doors or load menus in restaurants. Bluetooth 4.0 makes it easy to connect your phone to other wireless devices such as headphones, speakers, TV or tablet and more.

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MEDIA Sonim XP7
Supported Digital Audio Standards AAC, AMR, MP3, AAC +, eAAC+, WMA 9
Supported Digital Video Standards AVI, MPEG-4, 3GP
FEATURES Sonim XP7
Phone Functions Speakerphone, call timer, conference call, vibrating alert
Personal Information Management Calendar, calculator, reminder, alarm clock
Additional Phone Features Intelligent Typing (T9), push-to-talk mode, MIMO technology, Dual noise reduction microphones, Glove Touchscreen Operation, Gore protective vents
OTHERS Sonim XP7
Included Accessories Stereo headset, screwdriver, USB cable, power adapter
Compliant Standards IC, PTCRB, CEC, IP68
Max Operating Temperature 55 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C

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