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Sony Xperia XZ3#1739

Released: 2018, October 05

Sony Xperia XZ3

Overall Score

63.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#1739)63.1
Performance(#3140)62.5
Camera(#1895)45.7
Display(#1358)79.5
Battery(#1355)61.5
Build(#1204)77.8

Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia XZ3

Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia XZ3 features a sleek design with Gorilla Glass 5 on both the front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, weighing 193 grams.
  • Its 6.0-inch P-OLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2880 pixels, supporting HDR BT.2020 for vibrant visuals and a pixel density of approximately 537 ppi.
  • Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, it delivers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 630 GPU, available in configurations of 4GB or 6GB RAM.
  • The rear camera boasts a 19 MP sensor capable of 4K video recording, while the 13 MP front camera caters to selfies.
  • The battery capacity stands at 3300 mAh, supporting 18W fast charging and wireless charging options.
  • Running on Android 9.0 (upgradable to Android 10), it includes features like stereo speakers but lacks a headphone jack.
  • Connectivity options include Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and USB Type-C 3.1.
  • The device is available in multiple colors, including Black and Forest Green.
  • Its design is complemented by water resistance, enhancing durability.
  • Overall, the Xperia XZ3 combines premium build quality with strong performance and impressive display technology.

Specifications

General

Release Date2018, October 05
Announced2018, August 30
DescriptionN/A

Display

Size6"
TypeP-OLED, HDR BT.2020
Resolution1440 x 2880 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~537 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x2.7 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.7 GHz Kryo 385 Silver)
GPUAdreno 630
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM
Expandable Storage
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only

Camera

Main Camera19 MP
Main Camera Details19 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/2.3", 1.22µm, predictive PDAF
Front Camera13 MP
Front Camera Details13 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS), 1080p@960fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS)
OIS
Night Mode
RAW Support

Battery

Capacity3300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, PD2.0Wireless (Qi)
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Build & Design

Dimensions158 x 73 x 9.9 mm (6.22 x 2.87 x 0.39 in)
Weight193 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Silver White, Forest Green, Bordeaux Red
Foldable

Connectivity

SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat18 1200/200 Mbps
5G
4G
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
NFC
USBUSB Type-C 3.1, OTG
IR Blaster
Headphone Jack
Radio
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO

Software

Operating SystemAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10
OS VersionAndroid 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 10

Security

Fingerprint
Face Unlock
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass

Audio

Stereo Speakers
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackNo