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Sony Xperia Z Ultra#4621

Released: 2013

Sony Xperia Z Ultra

Overall Score

32.1

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4621)32.1
Performance(#4178)60.9
Camera(#5104)36.0
Display(#3329)58.9
Battery(#4511)25.2
Build(#4264)14.3
Connectivity(#2632)60.8
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia Z Ultra features a sleek design with dimensions of 179.4 x 92.2 x 6.5 mm and a weight of 212 grams, making it relatively lightweight for its size.
  • Its 6.4-inch IPS LCD display boasts a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, delivering sharp visuals at approximately 344 ppi.
  • Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset and a quad-core 2.2 GHz CPU, the device offers robust performance, supported by 2GB of RAM.
  • The rear camera is 8 MP with f/2.4 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
  • The 3050 mAh battery provides decent longevity but lacks fast or wireless charging capabilities.
  • Running on Android 4.2, it can be upgraded to 5.1, offering a smooth user experience.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, and microUSB 2.0.
  • The phone is available in black, white, and purple, with no water resistance specified.
  • Notably, it lacks HDR support and stereo speakers, but includes a headphone jack for audio.
  • Overall, the Xperia Z Ultra combines a large display with solid performance and essential features.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia Z Ultra HSPA+ C6802, Sony Xperia Z Ultra LTE C6806, Sony Xperia Z Ultra LTE C6833

Display

Size6.4"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~344 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionShatter proof glass

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm MSM8274 or MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.2 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)

Camera

Main Camera8 MP, f/2.4, AF
Main Camera FeaturesHDR
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity3050 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3050 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions179.4 x 92.2 x 6.5 mm (7.06 x 3.63 x 0.26 in)
Weight212 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Purple
Foldable✗
SAR1.01 W/kg (head)     1.54 W/kg (body)

Connectivity

SIMMicro-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, aptX
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 4.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass