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GSMArena team, 24 September 2014

Hat trick


Sony Xperia Z3 review: Hat trick

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  • User reviews
  • Xperia Z3

1. Introduction
  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. Retail package, 360-degree spin, design and handling, controls
  3. 3. Display, battery test, connectivity
  4. 4. User interface
  5. 5. Performance
  6. 6. Phonebook, telephony, messaging and keyboards
  7. 7. Multimedia - gallery, players, FM radio, audio quality
  8. 8. Camera, still image quality, video recording
  9. 9. Web browser, other apps
  10. 10. Final words
  11.  
  12. Sony Xperia Z3 specification
  13. User opinions and reviews
  14. Review comments (285)

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Introduction

To say we are eager to get the Xperia Z3 out for a spin would be a massive understatement - with the race track still warm from the Compact. After all, if the Robin in Sony's IFA lineup can do that well, we can only imagine what Batman is capable of. The Z3 is certainly one you wouldn't want to miss.

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Sony Xperia Z3 official pictures

Sony's shorter update cycle sees the Xperia Z3 clock in just 6 months after its predecessor. At first glance, the next flagship isn't too generous with the upgrades, but anyone who has handled the Xperia Z2 will see most of its key issues addressed.

Curved at the edges for a fresh new look, the handset is supposed to offer improved ergonomics. Add the slimmer bezels, the loss of weight and the slimmer profile, and the Sony Xperia Z3 is already looking strong in the only area where its predecessor was open to criticism.

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Sony Xperia Z3 official pictures

But it's not just the weaknesses that need looking at and the Xperia Z3 knows that. It tries to work on the main strengths of the Xperia Z2 too - it's got a higher IP certification while the 20MP camera has received a few cool new modes. Yet, it was the image processing that wasn't quite spot on last time around and we are really curious if Sony got it right this time.

But let's not get ahead of ourselves and stick to the plan - here goes the Sony Xperia Z3 review cheat sheet.

Key features

  • 5.2" IPS LCD, 1080 x 1920 pixels, 424ppi, ambient light sensor
  • LTE connectivity
  • Android 4.4.4 KitKat with Xperia UI on top
  • IP68 certified - dust and water proof up to 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset with quad-core 2.5GHz Krait 400 processor, Adreno 330 GPU and 3GB of RAM
  • 20.7MP camera, single LED flash, 2160p video recording, dedicated hardware shutter key
  • 2.2MP front-facing camera with 1080p video recording
  • 16/32GB of built-in storage, expandable via the microSD card slot
  • Active noise cancellation with a secondary microphone
  • 3,100mAh battery; STAMINA Power Saving Mode
  • Stylish dual glass-panel design

Main disadvantages

  • Non user-replaceable battery
  • Slightly larger than most direct rivals

On the list of not-so-major improvements brought by the Sony Xperia Z3 we have a slightly faster CPU, wider audio format support and a longer list of compatible LTE bands. Curiously however, the battery capacity has been reduced - we can't help but wonder if the new flagship can match the excellent time of its predecessor?

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Sony Xperia Z3 live shots

So, a seemingly subtle update is already raising several interesting questions and it's about time we set to find the answers. Join us after the break where we examine the exterior and see if the new, curvier design works as well in real life as it looks in those pictures.

Next Page » 2. Retail package, 360-degree spin, design and handling, controls
1. Introduction
  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. Retail package, 360-degree spin, design and handling, controls
  3. 3. Display, battery test, connectivity
  4. 4. User interface
  5. 5. Performance
  6. 6. Phonebook, telephony, messaging and keyboards
  7. 7. Multimedia - gallery, players, FM radio, audio quality
  8. 8. Camera, still image quality, video recording
  9. 9. Web browser, other apps
  10. 10. Final words
  11.  
  12. Sony Xperia Z3 specification
  13. User opinions and reviews
  14. Review comments (285)

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  • User reviews
  • Xperia Z3

Sony Xperia Z3 review: Hat trick - Reader comments

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  • Anonymous
  • 61x
  • 28 Jul 2024

Sony Xperia Z3 Black

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  • 23 Mar 2021

Los

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  • 6PB
  • 26 Aug 2020

Its means this mobile phone is not best for use.. I baught this model. What are your opinion i buy this phone or not

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