OnePlus N6 Lite vs Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact: Which One Should You Buy?
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
OnePlus N6 Lite
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact
Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact wins 2 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsTie4545
- Camerafrom specsSony Xperia XZ2 Compact5783
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieSony Xperia XZ2 Compact4060
- Batteryfrom specsOnePlus N6 Lite1000
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- OnePlus N6 Lite has the bigger battery7,000 mAh vs 2,870 mAh
- Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 13 MP
- OnePlus N6 Lite has the bigger screen6.75" vs 5"
- Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 5 MP
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (50 MP vs 13 MP) and sharper selfie camera (16 MP vs 5 MP). The OnePlus N6 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 2,870 mAh).
Larger battery: 7,000 mAh vs 2,870 mAh · Larger display: 6.75" vs 5"
Higher-resolution main camera: 50 MP vs 13 MP
Common questions
Which is better: OnePlus N6 Lite or Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact?
The Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (50 MP vs 13 MP) and sharper selfie camera (16 MP vs 5 MP). The OnePlus N6 Lite is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (7,000 mAh vs 2,870 mAh). BeastScore: OnePlus N6 Lite 86.0/100, Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between OnePlus N6 Lite and Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact?
OnePlus N6 Lite has a 6.75-inch display and 7000 mAh battery. Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact has a 5-inch display and 2870 mAh battery.
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