Sony Xperia XZ Premium (4GB + 64GB) review. Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among smartphones and if it's worth buying.
Overall score
What it is: An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score components:
90.0%
Technical Score
10.0%
User score
Technical Score
What it is: An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters: When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
User score
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters: When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.
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#62 in Best Compact Smartphones
#290 in Best Smartphones Under £200
#427 in Best Smartphones Under £250
#524 in Best Value Smartphones
#535 in Best Smartphones Under £300
#672 in Best Smartphones Under £400
#742 in Best Smartphones Under £500
#873 in Best NFC Smartphones
#922 in Best Android Smartphones
#966 in Best AI Smartphones
#969 in Best Smartphones
What it is: An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters: When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score components:
25.0%
Performance & Hardware
18.0%
Camera
15.0%
Display
15.0%
Battery
10.0%
Software
10.0%
Connectivity
4.0%
Audio
3.0%
Design
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters: When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score components:
70.0%
User reviews
30.0%
Popularity
What it is: An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters: When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score components:
60.0%
Overall score
40.0%
Price
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The Sony Xperia XZ Premium features a 4K HDR 5.5-inch display, a powerful Snapdragon 835 processor, and a unique 960 fps Super Slow Motion camera, making it a high-performance device. Its design is marked by a Luminous Chrome finish, IP68 water resistance, and Gorilla Glass 5, although it suffers from large top and bottom bezels. While the device boasts "Very Good" battery life and...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium features an industry-leading 5.5-inch 4K HDR display and a capable Snapdragon 835 processor, delivering a smooth, premium user experience. Key pros include a dedicated physical camera shutter button, while notable cons include a disabled fingerprint sensor in the US and a highly reflective design that acts as a fingerprint magnet. The device also features...Read more
CNET reviewed the Sony Xperia XZ Premium (2017) as a phone with powerful features but an outdated design compared to contemporaries. While its specifications are premium, it lacks refinement and value for its high price, featuring a world-first 4K HDR display, 960fps slow-motion video, and a Snapdragon 835 processor. Pros include IP68 waterproofing, a headphone jack, and expandable...Read more
Expert Reviews notes that while the Sony Xperia XZ Premium features high-end specifications and a unique ultra-slow-motion camera, its outdated design and price position it below competitors like the Samsung Galaxy S8. The review highlights the stunning 4K HDR display and the fun 960fps slow-motion video as pros, but finds the 4K resolution often unnecessary for everyday use and the...Read more
In a 2017 Forbes review, Ben Sin calls the Sony Xperia XZ Premium a powerful device, though its 4K HDR display is largely considered overkill for a smartphone, often defaulting to 1080p upscaling to manage battery consumption. Despite this, the screen is praised for its brightness and contrast, and the 960fps "Super Slo-Mo" camera feature is highlighted as a fun, yet limited,...Read more
The GSMArena review praises the Sony Xperia XZ Premium for its unique 5.46-inch 4K HDR display (807 ppi) and top-tier performance from the Snapdragon 835 chipset. Key strengths include excellent thermal management, robust IP68 waterproofing, and a "Motion Eye" camera capable of 960fps super slow-motion video. However, the design is considered outdated, featuring large bezels and a...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium features a high-end Snapdragon 835 processor and a "stunning" 19-megapixel "Motion Eye" camera, yet it is hampered by dated, bulky design with large bezels. While the 4K display is technologically impressive, it often renders in 1080p, and the device is a significant fingerprint magnet. Despite stellar, "lightning-quick" performance, the battery life is...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is highlighted as a high-performance flagship featuring the world's first 5.5-inch 4K HDR display and strong internal specifications including the Snapdragon 835 processor and 4GB of RAM. Its audio capabilities, with high-resolution support and front-facing stereo speakers, are noted as a "pro". Conversely, the review points out a "dated" and "bezel-heavy"...Read more
The Tech Advisor review highlights the Sony Xperia XZ Premium's 4K HDR display and powerful Snapdragon 835 processor as key strengths, alongside features like a 19MP camera with super slow-motion, IP68 water resistance, and a headphone jack. However, the device faces criticisms including limited 4K content availability, a design with large bezels, and inconsistent low-light camera...Read more
TechRadar describes the Sony Xperia XZ Premium as a flagship smartphone notable for its 4K HDR display and slow-motion camera, though its design felt dated and its high price made it hard to recommend over competitors. Pros include the 4K display, Snapdragon 835 processor, 3.5mm headphone jack, IP68 water resistance, and a 19MP camera capable of 960fps slow-motion video in good...Read more
According to a Tom's Guide review, the Sony Xperia XZ Premium features a "world-first" 5.5-inch 4K HDR display with excellent color accuracy and brightness, and delivers strong performance with a Snapdragon 835 processor. However, the design is considered "dated" and "bulky" with sharp edges and a mirrored finish. The battery life is also a weakness, lasting only 9 hours and 22...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium features a 4K HDR 5.5-inch display, a powerful Snapdragon 835 processor, and a unique 960 fps Super Slow Motion camera, making it a high-performance device. Its design is marked by a Luminous Chrome finish, IP68 water resistance, and Gorilla Glass 5, although it suffers from large top and bottom bezels. While the device boasts "Very Good" battery life and...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium features an industry-leading 5.5-inch 4K HDR display and a capable Snapdragon 835 processor, delivering a smooth, premium user experience. Key pros include a dedicated physical camera shutter button, while notable cons include a disabled fingerprint sensor in the US and a highly reflective design that acts as a fingerprint magnet. The device also features...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is described as a "masterpiece in distress," balancing a top-tier Snapdragon 835 performance with a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display that offers unparalleled sharpness and color. Its standout "Motion Eye" camera delivers 960 fps slow-motion and detailed daylight photos, though it struggles with noise in low-light conditions. While featuring premium build quality...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium, tested by Digitec.ch, is praised for its high-quality Gorilla Glass 5 design, lacking a camera bump, though it is criticized for outdated, massive bezels. The 19-megapixel "Motion Eye" camera offers impressive 960 fps slow-motion and a detailed manual mode with a physical shutter button, but the slow-motion feature is difficult to time and provides...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is a high-end, mirror-finished device highlighted for its 5.5-inch 4K HDR display and 960 fps "Motion Eye" camera system. Powered by the Snapdragon 835, the phone delivers top-tier performance, though it features a bulky, traditional design with large bezels and a highly reflective, fingerprint-prone rear surface. Pros include the stunning display and...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is described as a "masterpiece in distress," balancing a top-tier Snapdragon 835 performance with a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display that offers unparalleled sharpness and color. Its standout "Motion Eye" camera delivers 960 fps slow-motion and detailed daylight photos, though it struggles with noise in low-light conditions. While featuring premium build quality...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium, tested by Digitec.ch, is praised for its high-quality Gorilla Glass 5 design, lacking a camera bump, though it is criticized for outdated, massive bezels. The 19-megapixel "Motion Eye" camera offers impressive 960 fps slow-motion and a detailed manual mode with a physical shutter button, but the slow-motion feature is difficult to time and provides...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium distinguishes itself with a 4K HDR display and a "Motion Eye" camera capable of 960 fps super slow-motion, powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor for high-end performance. Pros include the impressive camera capabilities in optimal lighting, a premium build, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Cons include a dated design with large bezels, a 3230mAh battery that...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is a high-performance device featuring a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display and the Snapdragon 835 processor, delivering exceptional visual sharpness and smooth multitasking, though the screen struggles with brightness in sunlight. Key features include the 19MP "Motion Eye" camera with 960 fps super-slow-motion and a durable, water-resistant, "Loop Surface"...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium features a standout 5.5-inch 4K HDR display, delivering exceptional sharpness, paired with a high-performance Snapdragon 835 processor and 4GB of RAM. Its "Motion Eye" camera is notable for 960 fps super slow-motion recording and fast autofocus, though it struggles with noise reduction in low light. Despite the cutting-edge specs, the device is hindered by...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium features a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display (807 PPI) and the Motion Eye camera, which boasts the world's first 960 fps super slow-motion capture at 720p. Powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor and 4GB of RAM, the device delivers strong performance, though the camera, while excellent in daylight, exhibits some grain in low-light conditions. Key drawbacks include an...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium, priced at 16,999 pesos in Mexico, is a flagship device focusing on high-end media, specifically featuring the "Motion Eye" camera system with 960 fps super slow-motion video. Its key strengths include a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display, the powerful Snapdragon 835 processor, and IP68 water resistance, although the slow-motion, while impressive, functions more as a...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is a 2017 flagship featuring a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display and a Snapdragon 835 processor, offering top-tier performance. The 19MP Motion Eye camera highlights the device, capable of 960 fps super slow-motion, though the interface can be clunky and low-light performance is inconsistent. Despite, the design, including large bezels and a high-gloss fingerprint...Read more
The 2017 review by El Español highlights the Sony Xperia XZ Premium as a powerhouse, featuring a pioneering 4K HDR display and a high-performance Snapdragon 835 processor. Key advantages include its fast, fluid performance and the innovative Motion Eye camera, which introduces a 960fps super slow-motion mode. However, the device faces criticism for its outdated, bulky "OmniBalance"...Read more
According to Xataka Mexico, the Sony Xperia XZ Premium stands out for its 5.5-inch 4K HDR display and top-tier performance powered by the Snapdragon 835, which deliver an exceptional, fluid multimedia experience. However, the device is held back by a dated, unergonomic design featuring large bezels and a high-maintenance glass body that acts as a fingerprint magnet. Despite these...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium distinguishes itself with a 4K HDR display and a "Motion Eye" camera capable of 960 fps super slow-motion, powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor for high-end performance. Pros include the impressive camera capabilities in optimal lighting, a premium build, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Cons include a dated design with large bezels, a 3230mAh battery that...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is a high-performance device featuring a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display and the Snapdragon 835 processor, delivering exceptional visual sharpness and smooth multitasking, though the screen struggles with brightness in sunlight. Key features include the 19MP "Motion Eye" camera with 960 fps super-slow-motion and a durable, water-resistant, "Loop Surface"...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is a high-performance flagship featuring a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display with 807 ppi and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, offering excellent speed and screen quality. Its Motion Eye camera stands out for 960 fps super slow-motion recording and Predictive Capture, supported by IP68 water resistance. However, the device is criticized for a dated design with...Read more
Andrea Galeazzi's review of the Sony Xperia XZ Premium highlights the device as a high-performance, "lightning-fast" smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor, featuring a distinctive yet bulky mirror design with large bezels. The 4K HDR display is noted as a technical marvel, while the 960 fps Super Slow Motion camera is highlighted as a standout creative tool, despite...Read more
The DDay.it review of the Sony Xperia XZ Premium highlights the device's 5.5-inch 4K HDR display and "Motion Eye" camera capable of 960 fps slow-motion, powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor. Pros include the unparalleled 807 PPI screen, excellent performance, and high-quality build. Cons, however, are centered on the dated "OmniBalance" design with large bezels, a very slippery...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium, tested by photography experts, is highlighted as a top-tier flagship featuring a 4K HDR display and a groundbreaking 960 fps "Motion Eye" camera system. The camera is praised for producing stunning, sharp photos with excellent, natural colors, complemented by a dedicated physical shutter button that enhances the shooting experience. However, the, 960 fps...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is a high-end, 5.5-inch 4K HDR flagship offering exceptional screen clarity (807 ppi) and robust performance powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor. Its standout, premium features include IP68 water resistance, a dedicated camera shutter button, and front-facing stereo speakers. The device features a 19MP "Motion Eye" camera capable of unique 960fps super...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is a high-performance flagship featuring a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display with 807 ppi and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor, offering excellent speed and screen quality. Its Motion Eye camera stands out for 960 fps super slow-motion recording and Predictive Capture, supported by IP68 water resistance. However, the device is criticized for a dated design with...Read more
Andrea Galeazzi's review of the Sony Xperia XZ Premium highlights the device as a high-performance, "lightning-fast" smartphone powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor, featuring a distinctive yet bulky mirror design with large bezels. The 4K HDR display is noted as a technical marvel, while the 960 fps Super Slow Motion camera is highlighted as a standout creative tool, despite...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is highlighted as a technically advanced flagship for its time, featuring a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display with 807 ppi for exceptional sharpness, powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor with 4GB of RAM. A major highlight is the "Motion Eye" camera system with 960fps super slow-motion video, alongside premium build quality including Gorilla Glass 5, IP68...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is praised as a high-end, powerful device, featuring a standout 4K HDR display, a fast Snapdragon 835 processor, and 4GB of RAM. The display provides extreme sharpness, although native 4K content is rare and the device often operates at 1080p, and the overall design is increasingly dated due to large bezels. The 19MP "Motion Eye" camera is a highlight for...Read more
The Tweakers.net review highlights the Sony Xperia XZ Premium as a "superphone" for tech enthusiasts, boasting a unique 4K HDR display and a 960fps "Motion Eye" camera, though the 4K is often utilized as upscaled 1080p to conserve battery. Performance is top-tier thanks to the Snapdragon 835 processor, paired with a premium, durable build featuring Gorilla Glass 5 and IP68 water...Read more
The Android Planet preview highlights the Sony Xperia XZ Premium, emphasizing its pioneering 4K HDR display and "Motion Eye" camera capable of 960 frames per second super-slow-motion. While technically innovative, these high-end features feel like niche extras due to limited 4K content availability. Key advantages include top-tier performance from the Snapdragon 835 chip, a sharp...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is highlighted by Android Planet as a technologically advanced, albeit very expensive, flagship device featuring a world-first 4K HDR display and a "Motion Eye" camera capable of 960fps slow-motion. The 5.5-inch screen offers exceptional brightness and color accuracy, powered by a Snapdragon 835 processor that ensures top-tier performance. While praised...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is highlighted as a technically advanced flagship for its time, featuring a 5.5-inch 4K HDR display with 807 ppi for exceptional sharpness, powered by the Snapdragon 835 processor with 4GB of RAM. A major highlight is the "Motion Eye" camera system with 960fps super slow-motion video, alongside premium build quality including Gorilla Glass 5, IP68...Read more
The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is praised as a high-end, powerful device, featuring a standout 4K HDR display, a fast Snapdragon 835 processor, and 4GB of RAM. The display provides extreme sharpness, although native 4K content is rare and the device often operates at 1080p, and the overall design is increasingly dated due to large bezels. The 19MP "Motion Eye" camera is a highlight for...Read more
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