
Overall Score
58.1Category Breakdown
Overall(#3641)58.1
Performance(#7934)54.3
Camera(#1867)45.8
Display(#4087)70.5
Battery(#1354)61.5
Build(#4964)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia Z3v
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia Z3v features a sleek design with dimensions of 148.5 x 73.4 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 170.6g, available in black and white.
- Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 424 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset and a quad-core 2.5 GHz CPU, the device delivers solid performance with 3GB of RAM.
- The rear camera boasts a 20.7 MP sensor capable of recording 4K video, while the 2.2 MP front camera serves for basic selfies.
- The 3200 mAh battery supports 18W charging and wireless charging, ensuring decent longevity.
- Running Android 4.4.4, it is upgradable to 5.1.1, providing a smooth user experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, enhancing versatility.
- The phone also features stereo speakers and a headphone jack for audio needs.
- Despite lacking HDR on the display, the overall multimedia experience is commendable.
- The Xperia Z3v combines solid build quality with reliable performance and camera capabilities.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionFor VerizonAlso known as Sony Xperia Z3v D6708
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 MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
GPUAdreno 330
Memory32GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera20.7 MP
Main Camera Details20.7 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/2.3", 1.12µm, AF
Front Camera2.2 MP
Front Camera Details2.2 MP, f/2.8
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, QC2Wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions148.5 x 73.4 x 8.9 mm (5.85 x 2.89 x 0.35 in)
Weight170.6 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 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 3 TV-out), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
OS VersionAndroid 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes