OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
Scored using Smartphones Methodology v1.0
Smartphones Methodology v1.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are scored under Frontum Smartphones Methodology v1.0: technical specifications plus authentic consumer ratings, with 0% commercial bias.
Explore Smartphones Methodology v1.0

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£530RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:4.6 inchesMain camera megapixels:19 MP

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB)
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

90%

5.3

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

â–¼Worse than 90% of smartphones
6.3

Value for money

Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 97%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

25%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

4.4

Display

15%

4.9

Battery

10%

3.8

Software

10%

6.9

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

â–¼Worse than 93%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 81%
  • sony-xperia-xz1-compact
  • sony-xperia-xz1-compact
  • sony-xperia-xz1-compact
  • sony-xperia-xz1-compact
  • sony-xperia-xz1-compact
  • sony-xperia-xz1-compact
  • sony-xperia-xz1-compact
  • sony-xperia-xz1-compact
sony-xperia-xz1-compact
sony-xperia-xz1-compact
sony-xperia-xz1-compact
sony-xperia-xz1-compact
sony-xperia-xz1-compact
sony-xperia-xz1-compact
sony-xperia-xz1-compact
sony-xperia-xz1-compact
Best prices
*As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of smartphone Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

25%

4.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

4.4

Display

15%

4.9

Battery

10%

3.8

Software

10%

6.9

Connectivity

4%

6.9

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

5.3
User score
User score
8.6/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

8.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Popularity:
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) has a popularity of 8.5 points, which is higher than 81.4% of smartphones.
8.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

6.3
Brand name
Sony
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 processor model which is slower than processors in 68.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.7% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 82.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 14% of smartphones.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 97.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.45 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.45 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 50.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Show more
Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 9 Pie
Android version
Android 9 Pie
This smartphone runs Android version Android 9 Pie which is older than that found in 93.9% of smartphones and equal to that in 2.6% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
no
This smartphone does not offer dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
Show more
Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
19 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 19 MP which is lower than that of 85.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is narrower than that of 93.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
28.3 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 28.3 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 70.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.22 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.22 µm which is larger than in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 3% of smartphones.
Show more
Number of SIM slots
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 1 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.7% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
Show more
Screen size
4.6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 4.6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 99.8% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
720x 1280 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 720x1280 px which is lower than that of 98.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Pixel density
319 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 319 ppi which is lower than that of 77.3% of smartphones.
Display type
IPS LCD
This smartphone uses a IPS LCD display type. 0% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
Show more
Battery capacity
2,700 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 2,700 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 99% of smartphones and equal to those in 0.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
Show more
Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
Show more
Height
129 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 129 mm which is shorter than 99.8% of smartphones.
Width
65 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 65 mm which is narrower than 99.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.3 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.3 mm which is thicker than 83.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Weight
140 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 140 g which is lighter than 99.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
75,465 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 75,465 cm³ which is smaller than 96% of smartphones.
Show more

Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) vs the average smartphone

246810TotalPerformance & HardwareSoftwareCameraConnectivityDisplayBatteryAudioDesign
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.42 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.22 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 3.2x higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (3,162 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    3,162 vs 988
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 6.9% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    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 distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact
    the average smartphone
    Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.55 vs 8.000).
    8.55 vs 8
  • 57.2% more popular
    Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.55 vs 5.4).
    8.55 vs 5.44
  • 3.2x higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (3,162 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    3,162 vs 988
  • 50% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (9 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    9 W vs 6 W
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.45 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.45 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2.1% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.45 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 16.4% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    29.8 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.42 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.2 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.22 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (108 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    108 vs 99.5
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 28.6% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (140 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    140 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 11 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (65 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    65 mm vs 76 mm
  • 34.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (129 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    129 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 22.8% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (75465 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    75,465 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 46% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (2700 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    2,700 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2.07 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (4.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    4.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 17.1% worse value for money
    Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.26 vs 7.3).
    6.26 vs 7.34
  • 2.04x more expensive
    Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£530 vs £260).
    £530 vs £260
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • 4 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (4 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    4 GB vs 8 GB
  • 25.3% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (710 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    710 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 66.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (10 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    10 nm vs 6 nm
  • 70.9% fewer transistors
    This smartphone contains fewer transistors than the average smartphone (3000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone has 10300 million transistors.
    3,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 55.7% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (417 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    417 vs 942
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 63.3% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,143 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,143 vs 3,115
  • 32.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1866 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,866 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 44.1% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (1,417 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    1,417 vs 2,533
  • 28% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (3,162 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    3,162 vs 4,389
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 9 Pie vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 9 Pie vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (19 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    19 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 11.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (28.3 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    28.3 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.0 vs 5.2
  • 1 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    1 vs 2
  • Inferior display type
    This smartphone has an inferior display type compared to the average smartphone (IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED). 0.00% of smartphones use the superior display type.
    IPS LCD vs OLED/AMOLED
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 2.07 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (4.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    4.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lower screen resolution
    This smartphone has a lower screen resolution than the average smartphone (720x1280 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone has a resolution of 1080x2400 px.
    720x1280 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 19.2% lower pixel density
    This smartphone has a lower pixel density than the average smartphone (319 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    319 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 7.6% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (610 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    610 nits vs 660 nits
  • 46% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (2700 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    2,700 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • 7 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2017 vs 2024). 7.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    September 2017
    2017 vs 2024
  • 1 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.3 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.3 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    Japan vs China

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

S
sonyreconsidered.com
26/01/2018
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact review(www.expertreviews.co.uk) | November 12 2018 | Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact review: Size doesn't matter Would you like to kno...
T
techadvisor.com
23/09/2017
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Review - Tech Advisor
T
theverge.com
07/11/2017
Summary of the review
Sony's Xperia XZ1 and XZ1 Compact are more of the same
P
pcmag.com
24/10/2017
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Review - PCMag
D
digitaltrends.com
23/08/2019
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact review - Digital Trends
P
popzara.com
06/02/2018
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Smartphone | Gadget Reviews - Popzara
T
techradar.com
29/01/2018
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact review - TechRadar
S
stuff.tv
26/10/2021
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact review - Stuff
T
techradar.com
29/01/2018
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact review
(Translated)Show original
S
sydneycbd.repair
19/10/2017
Summary of the review
(Translated)Show original
C
curved.de
23/01/2023
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Review: Small Smartphone, Big Performance
(Translated)Show original
C
computerbase.de
21/09/2017
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Review – Ergonomic Powerhouse
(Translated)Show original
H
heise.de
22/09/2017
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Review: Small Smartphone, Big Price
(Translated)Show original
C
connect.de
22/12/2017
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 and XZ1 Compact Review - connect
(Translated)Show original
T
tuttoandroid.net
25/11/2017
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Review
(Translated)Show original
H
hwupgrade.it
21/12/2017
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact: A Great Smartphone in a Small Shell
(Translated)Show original
T
tweakers.net
04/12/2018
Summary of the review
Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact Blue - Product reviews - Tweakers
(Translated)Show original

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

Verdict

The Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact is a unique, pocket-sized smartphone offering flagship-level performance in a small body. It features a 4.6-inch 720p IPS display, a powerful Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 32GB of expandable storage (via microSD). Main pros include its highly portable, one-handed form factor, an excellent 19MP Motion Eye main camera with 960fps super slow-motion video, IP68 water and dust resistance, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and loud S-Force Front Surround stereo speakers. Primary cons are an average 2,700mAh battery life, a body made of glass-fiber-reinforced plastic that feels less premium than its all-metal sibling, a low-resolution screen compared to other flagships, and the potential absence of a fingerprint sensor in some markets like the US.

Compare Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) with other smartphones

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact (4GB + 32GB) and other smartphones

No results found