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6.5" 4K HDR OLED
Snapdragon 865 5G
Triple 12MP cameras
5G mmWave & Sub-6
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI input (Type-D)
4000mAh battery
IP65/68
12GB RAM / 512GB
Wi-Fi 6, BT 5.1, NFC

6.5" 4K HDR OLED

3840 x 1644, 21:9 CinemaWide

Creator mode by CineAlta, DCI-P3 100%, BT.2020, 10-bit tonal gradation

Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G

Adreno 650 GPU

12GB RAM, Android 10 (upgradeable to Android 11/12)

Triple 12MP Camera System

24mm F1.7 wide, 70mm F2.4 telephoto, 16mm F2.2 ultrawide

3D iToF, ZEISS T* coating, RAW, Real-time Eye AF, 20fps AF/AE

4000mAh Battery

USB Power Delivery fast charging

Adaptive Charging, Battery Care, STAMINA Mode

5G mmWave & Sub-6

4G LTE bands: 1-66, 3G/2G support

Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, USB-C DisplayPort, HDMI input

512GB UFS + microSDXC up to 1TB

12GB LPDDR5 RAM (inferred)

Dual Nano SIM (dual standby)

The Xperia Pro was introduced by Sony Electronics as a professional 5G communication device with dedicated HDMI input. Launch and regional availability are documented across official Sony sources.

  • Announced / Launched in North America: January 26, 2021 at approximately US$2,499.99.
  • Europe pre-order date: May 6, 2021 at EUR 2,499; shipments began May 10, 2021.
  • Market variants: Model XQ-AQ52 for Japan (Dual SIM), XQ-AQ62 for United States (Dual SIM). Official Help Guide also lists XQ-AQ52/XQ-AQ62.
  • Regional release notes: Secondary sources indicate UK availability June 13, 2021 and Germany/Nordic June 14, 2021, but official Sony Europe press release confirms May 10, 2021 shipping date for UK, Germany, and Nordics.

The Xperia Pro uses a rugged design with IP65/68 water and dust resistance and Corning Gorilla Glass 6 on the front. Dimensions and weight are provided by official Sony USA specifications.

  • Dimensions: approximately 170.2 x 76.2 x 10.2 mm (converted from 6.7 x 3 x 0.4 inches).
  • Weight: approximately 225 g (7.94 oz).
  • Protection: IP65/68 (water and dust resistant), Gorilla Glass 6 front.
  • Materials: Glass front, metal/aluminum frame (inferred from professional build).
  • Colors: No specific color list in source; single professional black/grey from press imagery.

Sony lists a 6.5-inch 4K HDR OLED display with 21:9 CinemaWide aspect ratio. The panel targets professional content creation with advanced colour management.

  • Size: 6.5 inches (diagonal).
  • Resolution: 3840 x 1644 (4K HDR OLED).
  • Aspect ratio: 21:9.
  • Colour features: Creator mode powered by CineAlta, DCI-P3 100%, ITU-R BT.2020 support, Illuminant D65 white point, 10-bit tonal gradation.
  • Additional: X1 for mobile, Motion Blur Reduction, support for HDR10 and HLG.

The rear camera system combines three 12MP sensors with specialised optics and professional imaging tools. The front camera is an 8MP unit.

Rear Camera Cluster:

  • Main (wide): 24mm, 12MP, F1.7, 1/1.7" Exmor RS, 82° FOV.
  • Telephoto: 70mm, 12MP, F2.4, 1/3.4" sensor, 34° FOV, 3x optical zoom.
  • Ultrawide: 16mm, 12MP, F2.2, 1/2.55" Exmor RS, 124° FOV.
  • Common features: ZEISS T* coating, 3D iToF sensor, Real-time Eye AF (human/animal), 20fps AF/AE, up to 60 AF/AE calculations per second, RAW capture.
  • Video: Cinematography Pro (CineAlta), 4K HDR recording up to 60fps, slow-motion at 120fps on 24mm lens, OIS/EIS stabilisation.
  • Front camera: 8MP, 1/4" sensor, F2.0 aperture, 84° FOV, HDR, SteadyShot, Display flash.

The device launched with Android 10 and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G Mobile Platform. The official Help Guide documents later software updates.

  • Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G, Adreno 650 GPU.
  • RAM: 12GB.
  • Storage: 512GB UFS, expandable via microSDXC up to 1TB.
  • Operating system at launch: Android 10.
  • Software updates documented in Help Guide: Android 11 and Android 12 updates are covered.
  • Featured professional apps: Photo Pro, Cinema Pro, Network Visualizer, External Monitor (Streaming/Control modes), Game Enhancer, Side Sense, Dolby Atmos, DSEE Ultimate.

The Xperia Pro is built around a unique hardware-software pipeline for content creators, centering on the dedicated HDMI input and 5G connectivity.

  • Dedicated Type-D micro-HDMI input: Allows connection of Alpha or other HDMI-output cameras for real-time monitoring and live broadcasting.
  • External Monitor app: Provides screen lock, brightness adjustment, zoom, adjustable grid lines; supports Streaming mode (RTMP) and Control mode.
  • Network Visualizer: Shows signal direction, communication method, speed, throughput, and histogram; accessible via Shortcut key.
  • 5G mmWave and Sub-6: 360-degree antenna design across all four sides optimises signal reception.
  • Wired USB file transfer: Direct cable connection to compatible Alpha cameras for fast image transfer to FTP server.
  • Durability: IP65/68 water and dust resistance, Corning Gorilla Glass 6.
  • No wireless charging listed in source; official specifications do not include it.

Sony official specifications list a 4000mAh battery with USB Power Delivery fast charging. Adaptive charging features help extend battery life.

  • Capacity: 4000 mAh (typical).
  • Charging type: USB Power Delivery fast charging.
  • Battery management: Xperia Adaptive Charging, Battery Care, STAMINA Mode.
  • Wireless charging: Not listed in official specifications; should not be claimed.
  • Removable battery: No (sealed design).

Connectivity options cover a wide range of wireless and wired standards, with the notable addition of a dedicated micro-HDMI input for professional gear.

Network bands (official Sony USA):

  • 5G Sub-6: n2, n5, n66.
  • 5G mmWave: n260, n261.
  • 4G LTE: bands 1-66 (comprehensive list includes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66).
  • 3G/2G: UMTS HSPA+ bands 1,2,4,5,6,8,19; GSM 850/900/1800/1900.

Wireless & Wired:

  • Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6), 2.4GHz + 5GHz, MIMO 2x2.
  • Bluetooth: 5.1 wireless technology.
  • USB: Type-C USB 3.1 Gen 1, supports DisplayPort output (4K 60fps via USB-C to HDMI adapter).
  • HDMI: Dedicated Type-D micro-HDMI input.
  • NFC: Supported.
  • Location: A-GNSS (GPS + GLONASS + Galileo + others).
  • Sensors: Accelerometer, fingerprint sensor, gyro, geomagnetic, light, proximity, pressure (inferred).

The SONY Xperia Pro is a professional 5G communication device designed for content creators, distinguished by its dedicated Type-D micro-HDMI input and comprehensive professional workflow features. Official Sony specifications confirm a 6.5-inch 4K HDR OLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 5G Mobile Platform, 12GB RAM, 512GB storage, triple 12MP camera system with ZEISS T* optics, IP65/68 water and dust resistance, and 5G mmWave/Sub-6 support. The device launched in North America on January 26, 2021 at approximately US$2,499.99 and in Europe at EUR 2,499 from May 2021. This record is separate from the Xperia PRO-I (XQ-BE) series.

Launch Price (MSRP): Current Market Price:
US$2,499.99
— views Research contribution by specs.global