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Sony Xperia Z1#4670

Released: 2013

Sony Xperia Z1

Overall Score

31.8

Category Breakdown

Overall(#4670)31.8
Performance(#4204)60.5
Camera(#5104)36.0
Display(#9676)21.4
Battery(#4566)24.2
Build(#149)94.1
Connectivity(#2625)60.8
Audio(#1963)8.9

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Short Review

  • The Sony Xperia Z1 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 144 x 74 x 8.5 mm and weighing 170 grams.
  • Its 5.0-inch TFT display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 441 ppi, though it lacks HDR support.
  • Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 chipset and a quad-core 2.2 GHz CPU, it delivers solid performance alongside 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage.
  • The rear camera boasts an impressive 20.7 MP sensor with a wide f/2.0 aperture, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the front camera is 2.0 MP.
  • The 3000 mAh battery supports standard charging but lacks wireless capabilities.
  • Running on Android 4.2, it can be upgraded to 5.1, offering a user-friendly interface.
  • Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, and microUSB 2.0, but it does not support 5G.
  • The phone is available in black, white, and purple colors.
  • Overall, the Xperia Z1 combines a premium build with strong performance and a capable camera.
  • However, it lacks some modern features like HDR display and wireless charging.

Specifications

General

Release Date2013
Announced2013
DescriptionAlso known as Sony Xperia Z1 Honami, Sony Xperia Z1 C6902/L39h, Sony Xperia Z1 C6903, Sony Xperia Z1 C6906, Sony Xperia Z1 C6943

Display

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

Performance

ChipsetQualcomm 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 Camera20.7 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/2.3", AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗

Battery

Capacity3000 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗

Build & Safety

Dimensions144 x 74 x 8.5 mm (5.67 x 2.91 x 0.33 in)
Weight170 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
ColorsBlack, White, Purple
Foldable✗
SAR0.75 W/kg (head)     1.15 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, magnetic connector
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