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Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£440RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon S4

Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 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 Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Score components

90%

5.5

Technical score

10%

7.8

User score

â–¼Worse than 65% of tablets
5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 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 Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components

22%

5.1

Performance

20%

5.0

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

3.6

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

6.2

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

6.0

Audio & Multimedia

â–¼Worse than 69% of tablets
7.8

User score

User score
7.8/ 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 68% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.6

Number of reviews

Based on 543 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 68% of tablets
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Technical Specifications of tablet Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 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 Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

22%

5.1

Performance

20%

5.0

Display

16%

6.8

Camera

14%

3.6

Battery

12%

6.7

Connectivity

8%

6.2

Software & Features

5%

6.7

Design

3%

6.0

Audio & Multimedia

5.5
User score
User score
7.8/ 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–¼ Worse than 68% of models
Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.6

Number of reviews

Based on 543 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.8
Popularity
Popularity
7.6/ 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 74% of models
Popularity:
Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB) has a user popularity of 7.6 points, which is lower than 74.3% of Tablets.
7.6
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 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 78% of models
Score components:

60%

5.8

Overall score

40%

8.2

Price

6.5
RAM capacity
2 GB
RAM capacity
2 GB
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 2 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 60.9% of tablets and equal to that of 15.6% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Process node
28 nm
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process node, which is larger than the node size used in 64.7% of tablets and equal to the node used in 17.8% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
Internal storage
16 GB
â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 16 GB which is smaller than the storage of 78.5% of tablets and equal to that of 15% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
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Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon S4
â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 75.1% of tablets and equal to those in 0.9% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
Screen resolution
1920×1200
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1920×1200 which is higher than that of 39.2% of tablets and equal to that of 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Refresh rate
60 Hz
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
TFT LCD
Display type
TFT LCD
â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
This tablet uses a TFT LCD display type. 89.9% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
224 ppi
Pixel density
224 ppi
â–² Better than 50% of models
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi which is higher than that of 50% of tablets and equal to that of 11.6% of tablets.
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
This tablet uses Tempered Glass display glass which is weaker than that on 78.1% of tablets and equal to that on 19.5% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
Optical image stabilization
no
Category Benchmark
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8.1 MP
Main camera megapixels
8.1 MP
â–² Better than 68% of models
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8.1 MP which is higher than that of 68.4% of tablets and equal to that of 0.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2.2 MP
Front camera megapixels
2.2 MP
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 2.2 MP which is lower than in 52% of tablets and equal to that in 0.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 69.8% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
Optical zoom
1xx
â–² Better than 18% of models
This tablet supports 1xx optical zoom which is higher than in 18.4% of tablets and equal to that in 80.7% of tablets.
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Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 6,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 54% of tablets and equal to those in 4.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
10 W
Charging speed
10 W
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 10 W which is slower than in 61% of tablets and equal to speeds in 33.2% of tablets.
Battery life
8 hours
Battery life
8 hours
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8 hours, which is shorter than that of 72.2% of tablets and equal to that of 11.9% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 2% of models
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
no
Fast charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 50% of models
This tablet does not support fast charging. 49.7% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
LTE support
yes
â–² Better than 37% of models
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Category Benchmark
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
GPS
yes
â–² Better than 17% of models
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
5G connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
yes
NFC
yes
â–² Better than 89% of models
This tablet supports NFC. 89.1% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
Operating system
Android
â–² Better than 23% of models
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
short
Update support duration
short
â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.7% of tablets and equal to that of 47.3% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
Direct OS updates
yes
â–² Better than 20% of models
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
On-device AI
no
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
App tracking protection
no
â–¼ Worse than 28% of models
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
?
Weight
495 g
Weight
495 g
â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 495 g which is heavier than 51% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.7% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
Backlit keyboard
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
Keyboard accessory
yes
â–² Better than 16% of models
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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Number of microphones
1
Number of microphones
1
â–¼ Worse than 45% of models
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 1 microphones, which is more than in 0.2% of tablets and equal to the number in 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
aptX Adaptive
no
â–¼ Worse than 7% of models
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
Dolby Atmos support
no
â–¼ Worse than 31% of models
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
?
FM radio
yes
FM radio
yes
â–² Better than 81% of models
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

246810TotalPerformanceDisplayCameraBatteryConnectivitySoftware & FeaturesDesignAudio & Multimedia
  • Better GPU
    GPU model
    Adreno 320
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This tablet uses the Adreno 320 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 320 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports NFC
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This tablet has NFC support, the average tablet does not. 10.9% of tablets include NFC.
  • Allows manual focus
    Manual focus
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    Manual ISO
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 9,500 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    PWM dimming frequency
    9,500 Hz
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0 Hz – >2.9k Hz
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (9500 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    9,500 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 0.1 MP higher main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    8.1 MP
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (8.1 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    8.1 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    Slow-motion recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • More capable chipset
    Chipset
    Qualcomm Snapdragon S4
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better GPU
    GPU model
    Adreno 320
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This tablet uses the Adreno 320 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 320 vs Mali-G51
  • More capable chipset
    Chipset
    Qualcomm Snapdragon S4
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 9,500 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    PWM dimming frequency
    9,500 Hz
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    Market range: <0 Hz – >2.9k Hz
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (9500 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    9,500 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • Allows manual focus
    Manual focus
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    Manual ISO
    yes
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 0.1 MP higher main camera megapixels
    Main camera megapixels
    8.1 MP
    â–² Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
    This tablet has a higher main camera resolution than the average tablet (8.1 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet main camera has 8 MP megapixels.
    8.1 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports slow-motion recording
    Slow-motion recording
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • Supports NFC
    NFC
    yes
    â–² Better than 89% of models
    This tablet has NFC support, the average tablet does not. 10.9% of tablets include NFC.
  • 1.1 mm thinner
    Thickness
    6.9 mm
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <6.1 mm – >11.5 mm
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.9 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    6.9 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Shorter update support
    Update support duration
    short
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    8 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • Less durable display glass
    Display glass type
    Tempered Glass
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 2 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    2 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 69.2% more expensive
    Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£440 vs £260).
    £440 vs £260
  • 9.3% worse value for money
    Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB) has worse value for money than the average tablet (6.5 vs 7.1).
    6.5 vs 7.1
  • 2.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.8/ 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
    Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi
    the average tablet
    Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB) has a lower user score than the average tablet (7.78 vs 8.000).
    7.78 vs 8
  • 2 GB less RAM
    RAM capacity
    2 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • 25% lower CPU speed
    CPU speed
    1.5 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    Market range: <1.2 GHz – >3.2 GHz
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 75% less storage
    Internal storage
    16 GB
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2x larger process node
    Process node
    28 nm
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
    This tablet uses a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet uses a process node of 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    CPU threads
    4
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    Market range: <2 – >12
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    big.LITTLE Architecture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 51% of models
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 43% lower memory bandwidth
    Memory bandwidth
    8.5 GB/s
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <4.26 GB/s – >60 GB/s
    This tablet has a lower memory bandwidth than the average tablet (8.5 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    8.5 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • 30.8% slower GPU clock
    GPU frequency
    450 MHz
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <311 MHz – >1.1k MHz
    This tablet has a lower GPU frequency than the average tablet (450 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet has GPU frequency of 650 MHz.
    450 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • Older DDR memory version
    DDR memory version
    LPDDR2
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This tablet uses an older DDR memory version than the average tablet (LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3). The average tablet uses DDR version LPDDR3.
    LPDDR2 vs LPDDR3
  • Inferior display type
    Display type
    TFT LCD
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    This tablet has an inferior display type compared to the average tablet (TFT LCD vs IPS LCD). 0.00% of tablets use the superior display type.
    TFT LCD vs IPS LCD
  • Less durable display glass
    Display glass type
    Tempered Glass
    â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
    This tablet uses weaker display glass than the average tablet (Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Tempered Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • 56 nits lower peak brightness
    Peak brightness
    345 nits
    â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
    Market range: <320 nits – >750 nits
    This tablet has a lower peak brightness than the average tablet (345 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    345 nits vs 401 nits
  • Lower contrast ratio
    Contrast ratio
    996:1
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This tablet has a lower contrast ratio than the average tablet (996:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet has a contrast ratio of 1015:1.
    996:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    Front camera aperture
    f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 2.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    Front camera megapixels
    2.2 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
    This tablet has less front camera megapixels than the average tablet (2.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has 5 MP front camera resolution.
    2.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    Main camera aperture
    f/2.4
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This tablet has a worse main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 2 hours shorter battery life
    Battery life
    8 hours
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8 hours vs 10 hours
  • 44.4% slower charging speed
    Charging speed
    10 W
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    Market range: <10 W – >60 W
    This tablet supports slower charging than the average tablet (10 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    10 W vs 18 W
  • 8.8% smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    6,000 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (6000 mAh vs 6580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6580 mAh.
    6,000 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No USB Type-C
    USB Type-C
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Older Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi version
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This tablet uses an older Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Older Bluetooth version
    Bluetooth version
    4.0
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet uses an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5). The average tablet uses Bluetooth 5.0.
    4.0 vs 5.0
  • Shorter update support
    Update support duration
    short
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • No split-screen
    Split-screen support
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.4% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    Picture-in-picture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    Camera/mic privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    Full-page screenshots
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 53% of models
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No location privacy controls
    Location privacy
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 76% of models
    This tablet does not offer location privacy controls, the average tablet does. 76.5% of tablets include location privacy features.
  • No dark mode
    Dark mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 6 older release date
    Release date
    2013
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2013 vs 2019).
    May 2013
    2013 vs 2019

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03/06/2013
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01/07/2013
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07/06/2013
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04/06/2013
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12/08/2013
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05/06/2013
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12/07/2013
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17/05/2013
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24/05/2013
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11/06/2013
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30/05/2013
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10/12/2013
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30/01/2013
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04/07/2013
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04/06/2013
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14/06/2013
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19/06/2013
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19/06/2013
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04/07/2013
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29/05/2013
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03/06/2013
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What we like about Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

  • Remarkably thin and lightweight design (6.9mm and 495g) that is comfortable to hold for long periods.
  • IP55/IP57 certified waterproofing and dust resistance, allowing for safe use in environments like kitchens or bathrooms.
  • Sharp and vibrant 10.1-inch Full HD (1920x1200) display utilizing Sony's Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2.
  • Includes a microSD card slot for expandable storage, which many competitors lack.
  • Strong gaming performance supported by a quad-core processor and 2GB of RAM.

What we don't like about Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (2GB + 16GB)

  • High initial launch price compared to key competitors like the Google Nexus 10.
  • Mediocre battery life (6000mAh) that often requires daily charging with heavy use.
  • Slow and sometimes finicky charging process via the micro-USB port.
  • Occasional software lag and slow app loading times attributed to Sony's custom Android skin.
  • Built-in speakers are often described as quiet or tinny, lacking bass.
  • Port covers required for waterproofing can be fiddly and potentially fragile over time.

Verdict

The Sony Xperia Tablet Z WiFi (SGP311) is a remarkably slim 10.1-inch Android tablet featuring a 1920x1200 WUXGA Reality Display powered by the Mobile Bravia Engine 2. It is equipped with a 1.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro processor, 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage, which is expandable via a microSD slot. Its primary strengths are an ultra-lightweight 495g design, a depth of just 6.9mm, and an IP55/57 rating for water and dust resistance, allowing it to be submerged in fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Additional features include an 8.1MP rear Exmor R camera, a 2.2MP front camera, NFC, and a built-in IR blaster for universal remote functionality. However, users often note that it has a relatively high launch price for its storage capacity, lacks a camera flash, and features a 6,000mAh battery that can be slow to charge and offers only average endurance compared to its peers.

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