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Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:6 inchesMain camera megapixels:19 MP

Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB) 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 XZ3 (4GB + 64GB)
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
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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
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â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

7.3

User score

â–¼Worse than 89% of smartphones
7.0

Value for money

Value for money
7.0/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 78%
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

25%

5.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.4

Camera

15%

5.8

Display

15%

5.5

Battery

10%

4.0

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 88%
7.3

User score

User score
7.3/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 87%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
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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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components:

25%

5.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

5.4

Camera

15%

5.8

Display

15%

5.5

Battery

10%

4.0

Software

10%

7.0

Connectivity

4%

6.3

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

5.5
User score
User score
7.3/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

User ratings

30%

7.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.3
Popularity
Popularity
7.0/ 10
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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
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â–² Better than 65% of models
Popularity:
Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB) has a popularity of 7 points, which is higher than 65.1% of smartphones.
7.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.0/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.0
Brand name
Sony
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 845
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor which is faster than processors in 52.3% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.9% 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
64 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is smaller than the storage of 89.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.9% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.8 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.8 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 64.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.1% of smartphones.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Screen size
6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 94.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2880 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2880 px which is higher than that of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
537 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 537 ppi which is higher than that of 98.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% 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.
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Battery capacity
3,330 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,330 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 95.5% 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.
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include 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.
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Height
158 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 158 mm which is shorter than 86.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Width
73 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73 mm which is narrower than 90.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.9 mm which is thicker than 88% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Weight
193 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 193 g which is lighter than 56.8% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.9% of smartphones.
Device volume
103,806 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 103,806 cm³ which is larger than 77.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 35.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (537 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    537 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • 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
  • 2.22x higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (2,196 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    2,196 vs 988
  • 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.
  • 2.36x cheaper
    Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£110 vs £260).
    £110 vs £260
  • 28.4% more popular
    Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (6.98 vs 5.4).
    6.98 vs 5.44
  • 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
  • 2.22x higher PassMark single-core benchmark
    This smartphone has a better PassMark single-core score than the average smartphone (2,196 vs 988). The average single-core score is 988.
    2,196 vs 988
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.8 GHz & 4x1.77 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.8 GHz & 4x1.77 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 16.7% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 50% more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (1536 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    1,536 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • 16.8% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (29.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    29.9 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Side sense, Smart launch, Predictive Capture, BIONZ for mobile, Smart Stamina
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 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.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/1.9 vs f/2.2
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Supports optical tracking
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2880 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 35.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (537 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    537 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 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
  • 3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73 mm vs 76 mm
  • 5.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (158 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    158 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 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
  • 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
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 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.
  • 33.4% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3330 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,330 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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
  • 0.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 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.
  • 9.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.3/ 10
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    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
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    Sony Xperia XZ3
    the average smartphone
    Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.29 vs 8.000).
    7.29 vs 8
  • 5.3% worse value for money
    Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.96 vs 7.3).
    6.96 vs 7.34
  • 75% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (64 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    64 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
  • 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
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 42.5% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (542 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    542 vs 942
  • 19% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (8,730 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    8,730 vs 10,783
  • 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
  • 68% lower 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (1,224 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    1,224 vs 3,825
  • 54.4% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,421 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,421 vs 3,115
  • 59% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (503 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    503 vs 1,226
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 34.2% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (79 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    79 vs 120
  • 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
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (13 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    13 MP vs 16 MP
  • 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
  • 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
  • 0.67 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 33.3% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (440 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    440 nits vs 660 nits
  • 380 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (620 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    620 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 33.4% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3330 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,330 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
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (90 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    90 vs 99.5
  • 6 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2018 vs 2024). 6.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    October 2018
    2018 vs 2024
  • 1.6 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.9 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

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itpro.com
05/11/2018
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techadvisor.com
05/10/2018
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xda-developers.com
04/11/2018
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androidpolice.com
27/09/2018
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Sony Xperia XZ3 review: After years of mediocrity, Sony is finally ready to compete - Android Police
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dxomark.com
02/02/2026
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digitaltrends.com
25/04/2023
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zdnet.com
28/09/2018
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Sony Xperia XZ3 review: OLED screen marks a return to form - ZDNET
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androidcentral.com
03/11/2018
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Sony Xperia XZ3 review: A low-key entertainment winner - Android Central
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engadget.com
24/09/2018
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Sony Xperia XZ3 review: One flagship too many - Engadget
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tomsguide.com
10/10/2018
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techradar.com
05/10/2018
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nextpit.fr
12/10/2018
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journaldugeek.com
11/10/2018
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phonandroid.com
05/10/2018
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frandroid.com
29/09/2018
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lesnumeriques.com
05/10/2018
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Sony Xperia XZ3 Review: A Timid Evolution
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20minutes.fr
04/10/2018
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We tested the Sony Xperia XZ3 and its incredible OLED screen
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android-mt.ouest-france.fr
14/12/2018
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Verdict

The Sony Xperia XZ3 (4GB + 64GB) is a premium smartphone that was the first from Sony to feature a stunning 6.0-inch QHD+ (1440x2880) HDR OLED display, powered by the capable Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of expandable internal storage via a microSD card slot. Its main pros include an exceptional and vibrant screen, solid build quality with IP65/68 water and dust resistance, decent 19MP Motion Eye rear camera performance with 4K HDR and 960fps super slow-motion video recording capabilities, good front-facing stereo speakers with a dynamic vibration system, and the fact that it launched as one of the first devices with Android 9.0 Pie out of the box. Key cons are its just average battery life for a flagship, awkwardly low fingerprint sensor placement, the absence of a 3.5mm headphone jack (though an adapter is included), and a single-lens camera setup which can struggle in certain challenging conditions compared to some multi-lens competitors.

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