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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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

Others

Performance Benchmark

Antutu Score

Antutu 8 Score	201987 (Position 566 out of 1146)

Antutu 8 Ranking
560. HiSense F50+	203639
561. HiSense D50	203506
562. vivo Y20G	203390
563. Google Pixel 2 XL	203156
564. Oppo K3	202703
565. Tecno Camon 17	202365
566. Sony Xperia XZ Premium	201987
567. Micromax In 1	201967
568. Xiaomi Redmi 9	201917
569. HiSense A7	201327
570. Samsung Galaxy S8 Active	201325
571. Ulefone Power Armor 14 Pro	201006
572. Motorola Razr 2019	201000

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

GeekBench 6 Single Core Ranking
369. Huawei P10 Plus	396
370. vivo S1	395
371. ZTE nubia Z17s	395
372. ZTE nubia Z17	395
373. Xiaomi Mi 6	393
374. Huawei Mate 9	393
375. Sony Xperia XZ Premium	392
376. Samsung Galaxy A31	386
377. Google Pixel 2	384
378. Samsung Galaxy A22	381
379. Google Pixel 2 XL	380
380. ZTE Blade A72s	378
381. Huawei Mate 9 Pro	378

GeekBench 6 Multi Core Ranking
363. Oppo A78 4G	1263
364. Sony Xperia XZ1	1262
365. Xiaomi Redmi 10X 4G	1257
366. Oppo R11 Plus	1257
367. Huawei P10	1256
368. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G	1252
369. Sony Xperia XZ Premium	1251
370. Google Pixel 3a XL	1249
371. Samsung Galaxy S8 Active	1246
372. Samsung Galaxy S8	1243
373. Honor View 10	1241
374. Xiaomi Mi 6	1238
375. Oppo R11	1235

GeekBench 5 Single Core Ranking
993. Essential PH-1	374
994. Infinix Hot 10s	374
995. Meizu 15 Plus	374
996. Infinix Hot 11s NFC	373
997. Realme 9 4G	373
998. Huawei Mate 9	373
999. Sony Xperia XZ Premium	372
1000. Umidigi C1 Max	371
1001. Infinix Note 12 G88	370
1002. Tecno Spark 8P	370
1003. Motorola Moto G52	369
1004. Samsung Galaxy A23	369
1005. Infinix Note 11	369

GeekBench 5 Multi Core Ranking
935. vivo Z1 Pro	1471
936. Meizu X8	1471
937. HTC U11	1468
938. Huawei P20 Pro	1467
939. Huawei Mate 9	1465
940. Xiaomi Mi 6	1463
941. Sony Xperia XZ Premium	1460
942. Realme 5 Pro	1459
943. HTC U11+	1459
944. Oppo Reno	1456
945. Nokia XR20	1455
946. Realme XT	1455
947. Oppo R11 Plus	1455

GeekBench 4 Single Core Ranking
107. Xiaomi Mi 6	1894
108. Huawei nova 2s	1893
109. Motorola Moto Z2 Force	1892
110. Huawei P20	1891
111. Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact	1890
112. Xiaomi Mi Mix 2	1890
113. Sony Xperia XZ Premium	1886
114. Sony Xperia XZ1	1880
115. Honor View 10	1877
116. Honor V9 Play	1877
117. Xiaomi Mi CC9	1875
118. Honor 9	1873
119. Xiaomi Mi 9 SE	1870

GeekBench 4 Multi Core Ranking
103. Samsung Galaxy Note 8	6277
104. Xiaomi Mi Mix 2	6267
105. Motorola Moto Z4	6248
106. Honor 10	6215
107. Xiaomi Mi 6	6193
108. Sony Xperia XZ1	6179
109. Sony Xperia XZ Premium	6156
110. LG V30	6151
111. Google Pixel 2 XL	6121
112. Honor 8 Pro	6063
113. Google Pixel 2	6060
114. Samsung Galaxy S8 Active	6056
115. Huawei P10	6055

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

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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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3.75 / 5

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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