
Overall Score
56.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#4771)56.3
Performance(#7935)54.3
Camera(#1868)45.8
Display(#4089)70.5
Battery(#6375)43.5
Build(#270)79.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia Z2
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia Z2 features a sleek design with a glass front and back, reinforced by an aluminum frame, measuring 146.8 x 73.3 x 8.2 mm and weighing 163g.
- Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 424 ppi density.
- Performance is driven by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset with a quad-core 2.3 GHz CPU and 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The rear camera boasts 20.7 MP with capabilities for 4K video recording, while the 2.2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 3200 mAh, supporting 18W charging but lacking wireless charging.
- The device runs on Android 4.4.2, upgradeable to 6.0, with stereo speakers enhancing audio output.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, NFC, and microUSB 2.0.
- The phone is not 5G compatible but supports various Wi-Fi standards.
- Water resistance is a notable feature, adding durability.
- Available colors include Black, White, and Purple.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionShatter proof glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory16GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera20.7 MP
Main Camera Details20.7 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.3", 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera2.2 MP
Front Camera Details2.2 MP
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3200 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging Details18W wired, QC2 (Japan)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions146.8 x 73.3 x 8.2 mm (5.78 x 2.89 x 0.32 in)
Weight163 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White, Purple
Foldable✗
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
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes