Overall Score
54.9Category Breakdown
Overall(#5392)54.9
Performance(#7933)54.3
Camera(#3429)42.4
Display(#6311)67.5
Battery(#6370)43.5
Build(#267)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia Z
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
Peak BrightnessN/A
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
Main Camera Details13.1 MP, f/2.4, AF
Front Camera2.2 MP
Front Camera Details2.2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2330 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 2330 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions139 x 71 x 7.9 mm (5.47 x 2.80 x 0.31 in)
Weight146 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Purple
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes