Sony Xperia M5

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We have no problems justifying a 5-star rating for the Xperia M5. It has the star looks of a flagship handset, being lightweight, ultra-thin and waterproof into the bargain. The screen and twin cameras are impressive, and the speed and memory are just right for a high-end phone.

Recombu | Alex Todd

Sony has improved on it in every way with the Sony Xperia M5, which feels like it pushes the boundaries of what could honestly be considered mid-range.... Beyond the strong imaging experience, the M5's svelte design, robust feature set and waterproofing skills mean that it's a great smartphone for anyone looking for a top tier experience without the price tag.

Trusted Reviews | Max Parker

Sony's design bores again, but the Xperia M5 is a great, speedy little phone with a strong display and plenty of handy additions.

AndroidPit | Eric Ferrari-Herrmann

2015 flagships, such as the LG G4 are now available for similar prices, and provide more bang for your buck in several key areas in key places (battery life, speed, photo quality).

TechRadar | James Rogerson

If the Sony Xperia M5 existed in a vacuum it would be hard to be too critical of it, as it does at least a reasonable job of just about everything. From the screen to the camera to the performance and battery there's nothing here that's a real red flag.

Expert Reviews | Curtis Moldrich

Ultimately, though, the Xperia M5 struggles to distinguish itself from the similarly-priced competition... Its large front-facing camera and copious selfie modes will no doubt be enough to sway some, but those after a more general mid-range handset are better off looking elsewhere... Either way, the Xperia M5 is left feeling distinctly average by comparison, as well as a disappointing follow-up to last year's model.

Know Your Mobile | Paul Briden

Best avoided. The Xperia M5 is severely lacking in several key areas and there are much, MUCH better smartphones at the same price