Sony Xperia XZ Premium

Name: Sony Xperia XZ Premium
Brand: Sony
Rating: 3.75 (12 reviews)

Added: 02.28.17 | Updated: 01.10.24

Model: Xperia XZ Premium
Brand: Sony
Rating: 3.75 out of 5 (12 votes)
Price: 420 EUR
Year of manufacture: 2017
Dimensions: 156 x 77 x 7.9 mm
Weight: 195 g
Chipset: Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
Built-in memory: 64 GB
Screen: IPS LCD 5.46 inches
Battery: 3230 mAh
Rear camera: Single, 19MP
Front camera: Single, 13MP

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Sony Xperia XZ Premium specs

Common

Brand and model	Sony Xperia XZ Premium
Other names	Also known as Sony Xperia XZ Premium Dual with dual-SIM card slots
Launch date	2017, February

Price

First price	420 EUR

Design

Height	6.14 in (156 mm)
Width	3.03 in ( 77 mm)
Depth	0.31 in ( 7.9 mm)
Weight	6.88 oz (195 grams)
Build materials	Front/back glass (Gorilla Glass 5)
Water resistant	IP68 dust/water proof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Colors	Luminous Chrome, Deepsea Black, Bronze Pink, Rosso (red)
Case	Buy a case from Amazon

Screen

Technology	IPS LCD
Size	5.46 in
Screen Area	82.2 cm²
Resolution	3840 x 2160 px
Points per inch	807 PPI
Color Depth	16M
Ratio (height:width)	16:9
Ratio (screen:body)	68.4%
Screen Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Additional Features	-HDR10 -Triluminos display -X-Reality Engine
Screen protector	Buy a screen protector from Amazon

Hardware

Chipset	- Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
CPU	- Octa-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
GPU	- Adreno 540

Memory

Internal Memory	64 GB, 4 GB RAM
Memory Card Slot	microSD, up to 512 GB (uses SIM 2 slot) - dual SIM model only

Software

Operating System (OS)	Android 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie)
User Interface

Main Camera

Number of Cameras	Single
Specs	-19 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/2.3'', predictive PDAF & laser AF
Features	LED flash, panorama, HDR
Video Recording	2160p@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps, HDR
DxOMark Rating	83 (Position 274 out of 303)
DxOMark Photos	82
DxOMark Video	84

Selfie camera

Number of Cameras	Single
Specs	-13 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1/3'', 1.12µm
Video Recording	1080p@30fps

Cellular

Bands	GSM / HSPA / LTE
-2G - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 - G8142 -3G - HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - G8141, G8142 -4G - LTE band 1(2100), 2(1900), 3(1800), 4(1700/2100), 5(850), 7(2600), 8(900), 12(700), 13(700), 17(700), 19(800), 20(800), 26(850), 28(700), 29(700), 32(1500), 38(2600), 39(1900), 40(2300), 41(2500) - G8141, G8142
SIM Card	Single SIM (Nano-SIM) - G8141Hybrid Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) - G8142
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A (2CA) Cat16 1024/150 Mbps

Connectivity

Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth	5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC	Yes
USB	3.1, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector; USB Host

Battery

Capacity	3230 mAh
Type	Non-removable Li-Ion
Charging	-Fast battery charging (Quick Charge 3.0)

Audio

Headphone Jack	Yes
Radio	No
Others	-24-bit/192kHz audio -Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic -stereo speakers

Sensors

Fingerprint (side-mounted, region dependent), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass, color spectrum

Other specifications

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Performance Benchmark

Antutu Score

Antutu 8 Score	201987 (Position 566 out of 1146)
See the page Sony Xperia XZ Premium Antutu where you will find details about the Antutu result of the device, rankings, and similar models

Geekbench Score

GeekBench 6 Single Core	392 (Position 375 out of 578)
GeekBench 6 Multi Core	1251 (Position 369 out of 577)
GeekBench 6 Vulkan	560 (Position 261 out of 282)
GeekBench 6 OpenCL	1349 (Position 203 out of 325)
GeekBench 5 Single Core	372 (Position 999 out of 1884)
GeekBench 5 Multi-Core	1460 (Position 941 out of 1873)
GeekBench 4 Single Core	1886 (Position 113 out of 1024)
GeekBench 4 Multi-Core	6156 (Position 109 out of 1022)
GeekBench 4 RenderScript	7782
GeekBench 4 Battery	3759
See the page Sony Xperia XZ Premium Geekbench where you will find details about the Geekbench result of the device, rankings, and similar models.

Disclaimer: This information is based on public data and official specifications from Sony. However, there may be differences in specifications.

*Source of data https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/mobile-phones-tablets-mobile-phones/xperia-xz-premium/specifications

Description of the Sony Xperia XZ Premium Specs

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium, identified by its model ID 4701, was released in February 2017 by the manufacturer Sony. This smartphone supports GSM, HSPA, and LTE network technologies, ensuring wide coverage and high-speed connectivity. It offers a range of 2G, 3G, and 4G bands, with specific compatibility depending on the model (either G8141 or G8142). The G8142 variant also supports dual SIMs.

The phone features a formidable 5.46-inch IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen with a stunning resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, yielding an extremely sharp pixel density of about 807 PPI. The display also supports HDR10 and is enhanced by Sony's proprietary Triluminos and X-Reality Engine technologies for vivid colors and clarity. The screen is crafted with Corning Gorilla Glass 5 for added durability.

The Xperia XZ Premium is designed with a non-removable Li-Ion 3230 mAh battery and supports fast battery charging through Quick Charge 3.0. It provides ample storage with 64 GB internal memory and 4 GB of RAM, with the option to expand storage up to 512 GB via a microSD card in the dual SIM model.

For photography enthusiasts, the device boasts a single 19 MP rear camera with a wide f/2.0 aperture, predictive Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF), and laser autofocus. It can record video in various resolutions including 2160p at 30fps. The front-facing selfie camera is a 13 MP sensor, allowing for crisp self-portraits and 1080p video calls.

Additionally, the Xperia XZ Premium includes a broad set of connectivity options such as Bluetooth 5.0, dual-band Wi-Fi, NFC, and a USB Type-C 3.1 connector. For secure access, it features a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and other sensors include an accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass, and color spectrum. It is also IP68 dust and water-resistant.

Constructed with a sleek build of front and back Gorilla Glass 5, the Sony Xperia XZ Premium comes in several colors including Luminous Chrome, Deepsea Black, Bronze Pink, and Rosso (red). With stereo speakers and support for 24-bit/192kHz audio, it ensures an immersive sound experience. Although it lacks a radio, it retains the traditional 3.5mm headphone jack.

For those interested in the Sony Xperia XZ Premium, detailed features are available further down this page. Discover the richness of its offerings and compare it to other models to examine its capabilities and performance in-depth.

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Sony Xperia XZ Premium Reviews and Opinions

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3.75 / 5

(12)

Pros:

Stunning 4K display
Great camera performance
Solid battery life
Snappy performance

Cons:

Design not the most premium feeling
Fiddly SIM tray
Lack of 4K content to fully utilize the screen's capabilities
Underwhelming ergonomic design
Large display bezels by contemporary standard

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sony Xperia XZ Premium cost?

The price of the Sony Xperia XZ Premium varies based on the specific model and storage capacity. As of the latest update, the base model starts at 420 EUR. Prices increase for models with larger storage capacity and additional features.

When did the Sony Xperia XZ Premium come out?

Sony Xperia XZ Premium mobile was launched on in these colors: Luminous Chrome, Deepsea Black, Bronze Pink, Rosso (red).

What is the size and weight of Sony Xperia XZ Premium ?

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium has dimensions of Height: 156 mm Width: 77 mm Thickness: 7.9 mm and weighs approximately 195 grams.

What is the screen size and resolution of Sony Xperia XZ Premium?

When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 5.46 inches diagonally offering a resolution of 3840 x 2160 px at a pixel density of 807 ppi.

How much memory and storage does a Sony Xperia XZ Premium have?

Device comes with chipset Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm) with processor Octa-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo). Sony Xperia XZ Premium is available with internal memory of 64 GB, 4 GB RAM.

What are the main camera specifications and megapixels of the Sony Xperia XZ Premium?

The device have a Single rear camera setup with specs of 19 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/2.3'', predictive PDAF & laser AF and features like LED flash, panorama, HDR

What are the front camera specs and MP of the Sony Xperia XZ Premium?

The device comes with Single front camera setup with specs of 13 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1/3'', 1.12µm and features like