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Sony Xperia Z#4948

Released: 2013

Sony Xperia Z

Overall Score

30.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4948)30.1
Performance(#4715)56.0
Camera(#5104)36.0
Display(#9676)21.4
Battery(#5782)20.9
Build(#304)90.0
Connectivity(#3197)56.3
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia Z features a sleek design with glass front and back, complemented by a plastic frame, measuring 139 x 71 x 7.9 mm and weighing 146 grams.
  • Its 5.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi.
  • Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro chipset, with a quad-core 1.5 GHz CPU and Adreno 320 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM.
  • The camera system includes a 13.1 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, while the front-facing camera is 2.2 MP.
  • Battery life is sustained by a 2330 mAh capacity, with no fast or wireless charging options available.
  • The device runs on Android 4.1.2, upgradeable to 5.1.1, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, and microUSB 2.0, though it lacks 5G support.
  • Notably, the Xperia Z is water-resistant, enhancing its durability in various environments.
  • It is available in black, white, and purple color options.
  • Overall, the Xperia Z combines solid build quality with decent performance and camera capabilities.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia C6603, Sony Xperia C6602, Sony Xperia Z LTE, Sony Xperia Z HSPA+

Display

Size5"
TypeTFT
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionShatter proof glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera13.1 MP, f/2.4, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Front Camera2.2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity2330 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2330 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions139 x 71 x 7.9 mm (5.47 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Weight146 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, plastic frame
ColorsBlack, White, Purple
Foldable✗
SAR1.05 W/kg (head)     0.56 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS

Audio

Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass