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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony XPERIA XZ |
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Product Type | Smartphone | |
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Manufacturer Model Number | F8331 | |
Form Factor | Touch | |
Height | 146 mm | Better than 63 % of phones rated. |
Width | 72 mm | Better than 65 % of phones rated. |
Depth | 8.1 mm | Better than 81 % of phones rated. |
Weight | 161 g | Worse than 64 % of phones rated. |
Body Colour | Platinum | Mineral black | Forest blue | |
Protection | Dustproof, waterproof | |
Waterproof (Water-resistant) | Yes | Better than 86 % of phones rated. |
IP rating | IP68, IP65 | |
SAR Value | 1.2 W/kg (body), 0.85 W/kg (head) | |
Integrated Components | FM radio | |
Connector Type |
Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm USB Type-C - 24 pin USB-C |
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SIM Card Type (Size) | Nano SIM |
The Sony XPERIA XZ has a height of 146 mm, a width of 72 mm and a thickness of 8.1 mm. The weight of the phone is 161 g. Many users will also appreciate the waterproof design.
Show moreDISPLAY Sony XPERIA XZ |
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Display Type | LCD display | |
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Display Technology | IPS | |
Screen Size (Display Size) | 5.2" | Better than 60 % of phones rated. |
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) | 1920 x 1080 pixels | Better than 79 % of phones rated. |
Display Format | Full HD | |
Colour Depth | 16.7 million colours | Better than 98 % of phones rated. |
Display Enhancement Technology | Super Vivid mode, Dynamic Contrast Enhancement | |
Display Features | 2.5D curved glass | |
Display Protection (Screen Protector) | Corning Gorilla Glass (scratch resistant glass) |
The screen size reaches 5.2" inches. Phones with smaller displays are easier to use with one hand. The experience is less pleasant compared to phones with large displays. However, if you're buying a phone for basic use and don't want, for example, a good gaming experience or a large screen for watching movies, this size should be good enough for you. The disadvantage of LCD displays is the relatively lower color contrast displayed, as the technology cannot display absolute black well. Also due to the higher power consumption, LCD displays are no longer as common in phones. Even so, some manufacturers still equip their phones with LCD technology. However, modern smartphones are already using OLED technology. The advantage of LCD phones is that they tend to be cheaper to build than OLED technology.
Display Resolution of Sony XPERIA XZ is 1920 x 1080 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px.
PROCESSOR Sony XPERIA XZ |
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Processor Type (CPU) | Qualcomm | |
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Processor Number | MSM8996 | |
Processor Core Qty | Quad-core | Worse than 57 % of phones rated. |
64-bit Architecture | Yes | Better than 82 % of phones rated. |
Graphics System (GPU) | Qualcomm ADRENO 530 |
Sony XPERIA XZ is equipped with Qualcomm. The number of processor cores is 4. It is a number of cores that plays an important role in evaluating the performance of phone as it is responsible for computing operations. Smartphones already commonly have a core count of around 4 to 8. Multi-core processors can perform better and reduce the processing time of a request to a minimum, which is reflected in the responsiveness of the phone, e.g. in the speed of opening applications.
The processor also includes the graphics accelerator Qualcomm ADRENO 530.
MEMORY Sony XPERIA XZ |
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RAM | 3 GB | Better than 67 % of phones rated. |
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Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) | 32 GB | Better than 62 % of phones rated. |
User Memory | 20 GB | |
Supported Flash Memory Cards (Expandable Memory) | microSDHC, microSDXC - up to 256 GB |
The phone´s internal memory capacity is 32 GB. The size of the internal storage determines e.g., how many photos, songs, movies, or applications you can store on your phone. This memory capacity is ideal for those who have a few basic apps and a few dozen photos on their phone. If you don't expect to use your phone to play games or need to store high-resolution photos, this size should be sufficient. There is almost no probability you're likely to see this low capacity on new smartphones. The standard memory today is around 64 and 128 GB. The best phones have internal memory of 256 GB or more. Luckily, most smartphone manufacturers nowadays offer models with different memory sizes to suit every user.
An additional option to increase the storage capacity of this model is to insert a memory card.
RAM memory of the Sony XPERIA XZ is 3 GB. Most powerful phones currently have an operating memory of 12 GB or more, which is especially useful for demanding users such as gaming enthusiasts. Normally, phones nowadays have 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications. Operating memory of less than 4 GB is found in lower-end phones or older models, and they are suitable for low-end users who don't use demanding applications and have the phone more for basic use.
CAMERA Sony XPERIA XZ |
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MAIN CAMERA |
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Number of Main Cameras | 1 | |
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Sensor Resolution | 23 Megapixel | Better than 86 % of phones rated. |
Sensor Name | Sony Exmor RS sensor | |
Lens Aperture | F/2.0 | Worse than 52 % of phones rated. |
Focus Adjustment | Automatic | |
Laser Auto Focus | Yes | |
Minimum Focal Length (Focal Distance) | 120 mm | |
Digital Zoom | 8x | Better than 79 % of phones rated. |
Special Effects | Night Scene, Creative effect | |
HDR Mode | Auto HDR mode | |
Camera Modes | Red-Eye Reduction, Sweep Panorama, AR Effect mode, SteadyShot, manual mode, Timeshift video, Style Portrait | |
Face Recognition (Face ID) | Smile shutter | Better than 79 % of phones rated. |
Light Source | LED light | |
Video Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) | |
Camera Features (Functions) | Quick Launch, Superior Auto, Object tracking, G lens, Scene recognition, BIONZ image processing engine, Sound Photo, Touch Capture, Hand Shutter, Triple sensing technology, Predictive Hybrid Autofocus |
FRONT CAMERA |
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Number of Front Cameras | 1 | |
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Sensor Resolution (Front) | 13 Megapixel | Better than 80 % of phones rated. |
Sensor Name (Front) | Sony Exmor RS sensor | |
Lens Type (Front) | Wide-angle lens | |
Lens Aperture (Front) | F/2.0 | Better than 89 % of phones rated. |
Video Resolutions (Front) | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) |
The rear camera of the Sony XPERIA XZ has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. The resolution of the main lens is 23 Megapixel. Higher resolution does not necessarily mean super high quality photos. Furthermore, it depends on the pixel size but also on other important factors. The aperture of main lens reaches F/2.0 value. The best phones have a lens with an aperture of up to F/1.5, where more light can pass through sensor and photos will be of a high quality even in low light conditions. However, lenses with apertures around F/1.8 to F/2.2 are the most common. The lower the number after the slash, the better the photo quality.
Digital zoom in this case offers zooming up to 8x. Of course, the higher the lens value, the more distant object can be zoomed in. Nonetheless, the disadvantage of digital zoom is that the quality and sharpness of photo deteriorates when using it. Some users will also appreciate facial recognition feature, which allows camera to recognise the face of person in frame and automatically focus on it.
Front camera
The front camera of phone Sony XPERIA XZ has one lens. This number of lenses is standard on most smartphones nowadays. The main front lens is designed as a Wide-angle lens. The resolution of front lens reaches 13 Megapixel. Again, it should be noted that resolution is only one of several other significant factors that affect resulting quality of a photo. The main lens is also equipped with aperture of F/2.0.
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony XPERIA XZ |
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Battery Capacity (Battery Size) | 2900 mAh | Better than 62 % of phones rated. |
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Standby Time | 610 hours | Better than 87 % of phones rated. |
Talk Time | 1050 minutes | Better than 73 % of phones rated. |
Run Time Details |
Talk (GSM): up to 700 min Standby (GSM): up to 600 hrs Talk (WCDMA): up to 1050 min Standby (WCDMA): up to 610 hrs Standby (LTE): up to 590 hrs Playback (Music): up to 78 hrs Playback (video): up to 11 hrs |
The battery size of Sony XPERIA XZ is 2900 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day.
Standby time is 610 hours and it expresses the maximum time your phone can last on a single charge when you are not actively using it. Talk time, or we can say battery life when making calls, then indicates amount of time your phone will last from a full charge if you are constantly on a call. Sony XPERIA XZ is provided with a talk time about 1050 minutes.
CELLULAR Sony XPERIA XZ |
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Technology | WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM | |
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Mobile Broadband Generation | 4G | Better than 88 % of phones rated. |
Operating System | Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow) | |
Navigation | A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou |
Sony XPERIA XZ supports 4G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is Android 6.0.1 (Marshmallow).
Show moreCOMMUNICATIONS Sony XPERIA XZ |
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Data Transmission | GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE | |
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2G Band | 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM | |
4G LTE Band | Band 1, Band 2, Band 3, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 12, Band 13, Band 17, Band 19, Band 20, Band 26, Band 28, Band 29, Band 32, Band 38, Band 39, Band 40, Band 41 | |
4G LTE Frequency | FDD 2100, FDD 1900 PCS, FDD 1800+, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS, FDD 850, FDD 2600, FDD 900, FDD 700a, FDD 700c, FDD 700b, FDD 800 upper, FDD 800 DD, FDD 850+, FDD 700 APT, FDD 700d, FDD 1500 L, TDD 2600, TDD 1900, TDD 2300, TDD 2500 | |
Wireless Interface | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | |
Bluetooth Profiles | HFP, HSP, OPP, PAN, SPP, GAP, A2DP, AVRCP, HID, GAVDP, PBAP, MAP, DIP, GATT, HOGP | |
NFC | Yes | Better than 66 % of phones rated. |
WLAN Security | WEP, WPA, WPA2, TKIP, AES, EAP SIM, EAP-TTLS/MSCHAPv2, EAP-AKA, EAP-TLS, PEAPv0/EAP-MSCHAPv2, PEAPv1/EAP-GTC | |
Messaging Services | Google+ Hangouts, SMS, MMS |
Fans of modern technology will appreciate NFC function, which allows, among other things, contactless mobile phone payments, but also finds other uses in connectivity, such as unlocking the door or loading the menu in restaurant using the NFC tag. Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 4.2, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches.
Show moreMEDIA Sony XPERIA XZ |
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Supported Digital Audio Standards | WAV, WMA, AAC, AIFF, ASF, PCM, Ogg Vorbis, AMR, MP3, FLAC, AAC-LC, XMF, AAC +, eAAC+, MKA, MIDI, M4A, apt-X, DSF, DSDIFF, DSD, LDAC, MXMF, AWB, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, ALAC, OPUS | |
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Supported Digital Video Standards | MKV, AVI, XviD, MPEG-4, MPEG-2, 3GP, H.264, H.263, M4V, TS, WebM, VP8, 3GP2, H.265 | |
Sound Enhancements | 3D surround sound (VPT) |
FEATURES Sony XPERIA XZ |
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Phone Functions | Speakerphone, call timer, conference call, flight mode, vibrating alert | |
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Sensors | Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, digital compass, barometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, Time of Flight (ToF), geomagnetic sensor | |
Security Devices | Fingerprint reader | |
Additional Phone Features | TTY compatible, Radio Data Service (RDS), DLNA Certified, Text-to-Speech (text recognition), sharing media via DLNA, Screen capture, intelligent typing (SWIFTKEY), Wi-Fi Miracast, battery STAMINA mode, Glove mode, TRILUMINOS display, X-Reality engine, Clear Audio+, Clear Bass, Dynamic normaliser, Digital Noise Cancelling (DNC), Hi-Res Audio, Low power audio playback, Smart backlight control, Wi-Fi Passpoint, S-Force Front surround, Read Mode, Alarm Clock, PS4 Remote Play, Noise suppression, Smart cleaner, Qnovo Adaptive Charging, Battery Care |
OTHERS Sony XPERIA XZ |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | |
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Compliant Standards | IP68, IP65, HAC (Hearing Aid Compatible) |
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