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Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB and DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB review

Created date: 2018-02-24 22:46:16, Updated date: 2020-04-04 18:23:24

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GBDIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB
Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GBDIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

How are the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" different? We have tested and evaluated their differences. We also explain which one may be best for you.

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GBDIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB
Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

General rating:

70.7/100

(The 60th of all smartphones)

45.9/100

(The 675th of all smartphones)

Grip
62/100
63/100
Screen quality
73/100
53/100
Performance
92/100
22/100
Storage size
84/100
70/100
Battery
95/100
72/100
Rear-camera resolution
88/100
50/100
Front-camera resolution
65/100
46/100

What is the difference between the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB"? See a detailed comparison of ease of use and performance

Comparison of weight and size of the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB"

The design of Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" is 135.0mm long, 65.0mm wide, and 12.1mm thick. It weighs 168.0g.

The design of DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

The "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" is 134.0mm long, 66.0mm wide, and 11.6mm thick. It weighs 157.0g.

Which is the better design to use?

In comparison, the size difference is 1mm in length, 1mm in width, and 0.5mm in thickness. Both the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" are equally easy to use with one hand. Hiragana flick input is basically just as easy to use with "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB". Both the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" are basically equally portable and easy to handle.

The difference in weight is 11g. "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" weighs less than "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and is easier to handle.

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

Ease of holding it in one hand72/10072/100
How much it does not feel heavy to hold in one hand40/10048/100
Ease of carrying around65/10065/100

Compare the display of the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB"

Display of the Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" uses a for mobile liquid crystal. The resolution is 1080 x 2160, and the pixel density is 482ppi. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has a 5.0inch screen size.

Display of the DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

The "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" uses a TFT liquid crystal. The resolution is 720 x 1280, and the pixel density is 312ppi. The "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" has a 4.7inch screen size.

Which has a better screen?

This makes a 0.2inch difference in the display sizes. When you actually look at the screen, "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" feels like it has a slightly bigger display. For doing internet research using systems such as SNS, there is not much difference between the two phones. In the gaming end, the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" offers a more suitable screen size.

In terms of display, the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" is a better choice for those looking to use their phone for browsing the web or for gaming. When using the smartphone as a VR, the screen is generally held much closer to the face than when using the smartphone for other purposes, and so the clarity of the screen becomes a rather important factor. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" also offers a crisp, cleaner display when using a VR headset than the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB". The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose.

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

How suited is the screen for usual usage?68/10063/100
How suited is the screen to play games on?60/10048/100

Compare the camera performances of the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB"

Camera performance of Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

The main camera of the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has 19.2MP. The front camera has 5.0MP.

Camera performance of DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

The main camera of the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" has 8.08MP. The front camera has 1.2MP.

Which camera performance is better?

The back cameras thus have a 11.12MP difference in comparison. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" also functions better for long-shot photos for the perfect group photo or a picturesque shot of a beautiful location. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB"'s rear camera triumphs as well, boasting a better megapixel count for close-up Instagram-worthy pictures of meals and desserts. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose.

There is a 3.8MP difference in front camera pixel number. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB"'s front camera also works terrifically well with selfie sticks and for capturing distant objects like the background scenery in your selfies. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB"'s front camera has a more suitable megapixel count for shooting objects up close for selfies and such.

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

Is is suited to taking far away objects with the rear camera?88/10050/100
Is it suited for taking close objects with the built-in camera?65/10046/100

Comparison of the processing capabilities of the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB"

The processing capability of the Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

Performance is defined by the chipset, and the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" uses the Snapdragon 845 SDM845 SoC. The CPU performance is 2.8GHz×8(8.0-cores). The memory capacity is 4.0GB.

The processing capability of the DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

Performance is defined by the chipset, and the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" uses the Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960 SoC. The CPU performance is 1.5GHz×2(2.0-cores). The memory capacity is 1.0GB.

Which has the better processing capability?

As compared to the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB", the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" boasts boasts a better CPU and specs. This is a 3GB difference in memory capacity. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has more memory storage, making the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" work better for multitasking or running 3D games.

For those who only use their phone's basic features like emailing, instant messaging, or social media, the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" is the better choice to buy over the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB". Users looking for a phone to meet their web browsing and video playing needs, with the occasional game every now and then, should definitely go for the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB". The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose, but the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" shows only an unsatisfactory performance.

The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" runs 2D games and simple 3D games much more smoothly, making it the better choice in this area. Complex, full-fledged 3D games definitely run better on the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" than the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB". The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose, but the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" shows only an unsatisfactory performance.

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

Review on the CPU capbility and memory capacity when using Social Networks or the Internet95/10031/100
Review on the CPU speed and the memory capacity while playing 3D games90/10010/100

Comparison of the battery life of the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB"

Battery performance of Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has a battery capacity of 2760.0mAh.

Battery performance of DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

The "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" has a battery capacity of 2520.0mAh.

Which battery perfomances is better?

This makes a difference in battery capacity of 240mAh, but it is not enough to only compare the capacity. With a high-performance CPU, the battery drains faster, and a larger screen also uses more battery.

If you only use it to make phone calls or checking the time there is no large difference between them. For people who tend to use their phone for looking up things on the internet, checking up on social media, or playing the occasional game, I recommend the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" over the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB". Both the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" can be easily used for this kind of purpose.

The battery life of the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" is well equipped to handle long hours of gaming, video playback, and other kinds of frequent daily use. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose.

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

Review on the battery life of a phone mainly using Social Networks and the Internet95/10072/100
Review on the battery life of a phone mainly using mainly games and videos86/10049/100

Compare the storage capacity of the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB"

The storage capacity of the Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has 64.0GB of internal memory. It is also compatible with SD cards, so when there is insufficient storage space, then a SD card can be used to add more storage. A SD with a maximum of 400.0GB can be used.

The storage capacity of the DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

The "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" has 16.0GB of internal memory. It is also compatible with SD cards, so when there is insufficient storage space, then a SD card can be used to add more storage. A SD with a maximum of 64.0GB can be used.

Which has the easier storage to use?

The difference in internal memory is about 48GB. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" offers plenty of storage for those looking to use a few social media apps and games. Avid gamers should look to the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" for fulfilling their storage needs, as the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" unfortunately falls behind here. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose.

When the storage added with a SD card is included, then the difference is about 384GB. Because the speed of loading from or saving to the SD card is slow, it is suited for saving pictures or videos. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" will support you with its large storage all the way as you download photos and videos to your heart's content. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has the necessary specs for this kind of purpose.

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

Review on the storage capacity when playing many games84/10070/100
Review on when you store many pictures and videos94/10067/100

Which to buy, the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" or "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB"

At the end of the day which is better, the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" or "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB"?

When it comes to being easy to handle and carry around, there is hardly any difference between "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB". Its perfect screen size of 5.0inch makes the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" a lot easier to use. The "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" also hands down has the superior specs. Between the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB", the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" is overall the clear winner.

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB

DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB

Handling62/10063/100
Display73/10053/100
CPU specs92/10022/100
General rating79/10051/100

Is it recommended to buy the Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB, compared with other smartphones?

Compared to other smart phones, the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" has a size that is easy to hold, and looks compact. It can be easily operated with one hand. The screen size is larger than that of standard smartphones. It is suited for typing long texts and so can be used to read or edit office texts. In addition, its processing capability is quite excellent compared to the average smart phone. It is suitable for almost all uses, including games and VR. It may be a bit extravagant for normal use. Looking at the overall specifications, the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" is a middle-range to high-end smart phone.

Is it recommended to buy the DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB, compared with other smartphones?

Compared to other smart phones, the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" has a size that is easy to hold, and looks compact. It can be easily operated with one hand. The screen size is comparable to that of standard smartphones, so it is suited for doing internet searches and browsing or for simple SNS messaging. Also, its specs show that its processing abilities are a bit lower than the average smartphone. This may be okay for people who don't often use their phone, but it's a good idea for people who intend to use it as their main device to choose a smartphone with higher performance capabilities. Judging from the overall specs, the "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" is a mid-range smartphone.

What are the spec differences between the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB" ?

A summary of the technical specifications of the "Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GB" and "DIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB". Functions and performance variations on the same model will be highlighted in red.

Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GBDIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB
Xperia XZ2 Compact SO-05K docomo 64GBDIGNO S KYL21 au 16GB
ColorBlack/ /
OSAndroidAndroid
Dimensions (width x height x thickness)65.0mm x 135.0mm x 12.1mm66.0mm x 134.0mm x 11.6mm
Weight168.0g157.0g
Display size5.0inch4.7inch
Display typefor mobileTFT
Screen resolution (width x height)1080 x 2160720 x 1280
Pixel density482ppi312ppi
Battery capacity2760.0mAh2520.0mAh
ChipsetSnapdragon 845 SDM845Snapdragon S4 Plus MSM8960
CPU specs2.8GHz×8(8.0-cores)1.5GHz×2(2.0-cores)
RAM size4.0GB1.0GB
Storage size64.0GB16.0GB
Rear-camera resolution19.2MP8.08MP
Front-camera resolution5.0MP1.2MP

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