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Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£550RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:16 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 801

Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 49 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB)
7.3/10

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 63% of models
Score components

35%

6.0

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

8.5

Reviews score

10%

8.1

Sentiment score

▲Better than 63% of tablets
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

▼Worse than 62%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

7.0

Camera

14%

5.0

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Software

5%

7.4

Design

3%

5.4

Audio

▼Worse than 52%
8.5

Reviews score

Reviews score
8.5/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 93% of models

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

9.2

Popularity

Grades by review (49)
30 reviews: 22 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 19 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
★Better than 93%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Where to buy
    N/A~ £550
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
3GB + 16GB3GB + 32GB

What reviewers say about the Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB)

Based on 29 · 21

Reviewers praise its light handling, speed and waterproofing, but criticise the camera, large bezels and value, while the screen divides opinion.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB)

Based on 64 owners sharing their experience in online comments

52%positive14%mixed34%negative

Owners praise its slim, sharp, waterproof design and speed, while recurring touch failures and hardware breakdowns undermine confidence.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say taps sometimes lag or get ignored, and a cracked glass can stop touch working, so some needed a new screen.10
  • Owners report it won't power on or charge, showing a flashing red light or blank screen, and some say the battery dies.7
  • Owners say scrolling can stutter or open the wrong app, and it lags, especially on pre-release firmware; a 4.4.4 update reportedly helped.5
  • Some owners find the thick side bezels make the tablet look large, and say they can cover the speakers when gaming.4
  • Some owners say it feels cheap, and one says the touch feels like a budget tablet and that the battery failed early.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

5.8

Display

16%

7.0

Camera

14%

5.0

Battery

12%

6.8

Connectivity

8%

5.9

Software

5%

7.4

Design

3%

5.4

Audio

6.0
Reviews score
8.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 62% of models
Score components:

70%

7.3

Overall score

30%

7.6

Price

7.4
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 3 GB of RAM, which is less than 52.9% of tablets and equal to 8.4% of tablets.
Process node
28 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 28 nm process, which is larger than 65.1% of tablets and equal to 17.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
16 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 16 GB of internal storage, which is less than 78.8% of tablets and equal to 14.8% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
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Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
This tablet runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon 801, which is more advanced than 65.5% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1920×1200
This tablet has a 1920×1200 screen, which is sharper than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 18.8% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
224 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 224 ppi, which is higher than 50.1% of tablets and equal to 11.5% of tablets.
Display glass type
AGC Dragontrail Glass
This tablet protects its screen with AGC Dragontrail Glass, which is less durable than 54.6% of tablets and the same as 2.8% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
8.1 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 8.1 MP resolution, which is higher than 68.3% of tablets and equal to 0.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2.2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2.2 MP resolution, which is lower than 52.1% of tablets and equal to 0.4% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.4
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.4, which is narrower than 70% of tablets and equal to 17.5% of tablets.
Optical zoom
1xxx
This tablet has 1xx optical zoom, which is stronger than 18.2% of tablets and equal to 80.9% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Battery capacity
6,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 6,000 mAh battery capacity, which is smaller than 54.2% of tablets and equal to 4.2% of tablets.
Charging speed
15.3 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 15.3 W, which is slower than 52% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Battery life
8.5 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 8.5 hours, which is shorter than that of 70% of tablets and equal to that of 1.2% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
yes
This tablet has built-in LTE. 57.1% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
yes
This tablet has built-in GPS. 17.1% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
yes
This tablet includes NFC. 89.3% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.2%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 32.4% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
no
This tablet does not support direct OS updates. 79.8% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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IP rating
IP55
This tablet's IP rating is IP55, which is more protected than 93.1% of tablets and the same as 0.2% of tablets.
Weight
439 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 439 g, which is lighter than 70.2% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
yes
This tablet supports a backlit keyboard. 90.4% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB) vs the average tablet

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  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP55 vs not rated).
    IP55 vs not rated
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • 84 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (484 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    484 nits vs 400 nits
  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • 21.4% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 10
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    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
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    ★ Better than 93% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (49)
    30 reviews: 22 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 19 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.5 vs 7.0
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • 21.4% higher review score
    Reviews score
    8.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 93% of models

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    9.2

    Popularity

    Grades by review (49)
    30 reviews: 22 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 19 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    8.5 vs 7.0
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • More advanced graphics
    This tablet has more advanced graphics than the average tablet (Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51).
    Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51
  • 15% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 84 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (484 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    484 nits vs 400 nits
  • 83 nits brighter screen
    This tablet is brighter than the average tablet (484 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits.
    484 nits vs 401 nits
  • Manual focus control
    This tablet supports manual focus, while the average tablet does not. 36.9% of tablets support manual focus.
  • Supports manual ISO
    This tablet supports manual ISO, while the average tablet does not. 45.9% of tablets support manual ISO.
  • 0.1 MP higher rear resolution
    This tablet has a higher-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (8.1 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    8.1 MP vs 8 MP
  • Supports slow-motion video
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, while the average tablet does not. 37.3% of tablets support slow-motion recording.
  • Supports LTE
    This tablet supports LTE, while the average tablet does not. 42.9% of tablets support LTE.
  • Includes NFC
    This tablet includes NFC, while the average tablet does not. 10.8% of tablets include NFC.
  • Supports cellular data
    This tablet supports cellular data, while the average tablet does not. 47.4% of tablets offer this.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    via MHL adapter
  • More dust and water protection
    This tablet offers better dust and water protection than the average tablet (IP55 vs not rated).
    IP55 vs not rated
  • Includes backlit keyboard
    This tablet has a backlit keyboard, the average tablet does not. 9.6% of tablets offer a backlit keyboard.
  • 1.6 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    6.4 mm vs 8 mm
  • 10.4% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (439 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    439 g vs 490 g
  • Supports LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.3% of tablets support LDAC.
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • 2.12x more expensive
    Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£550 vs £260).
    £550 vs £260
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 75% less internal storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (16 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet has 64 GB of internal storage.
    16 GB vs 64 GB
  • 2x larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (28 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    28 nm vs 14 nm
  • 933 MHz slower RAM speed
    This tablet has a lower RAM speed than the average tablet (933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz). The average tablet has RAM speed of 1,866 MHz.
    933 MHz vs 1,866 MHz
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    March 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 11.1% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (578 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    578 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 50% slower touch response
    This tablet samples touch more slowly than the average tablet (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average tablet samples touch at 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Less durable glass
    This tablet has less durable glass than the average tablet (AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    AGC Dragontrail Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's front camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 2.8 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2.2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2.2 MP vs 5 MP
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This tablet has a narrower main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average tablet's main camera aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • 1.5 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (8.5 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    8.5 hours vs 10 hours
  • 9.1% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a smaller battery capacity than the average tablet (6,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    6,000 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 15% slower charging
    This tablet charges slower than the average tablet (15.3 W vs 18 W). The average tablet charges at 18 W.
    15.3 W vs 18 W
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No direct OS updates
    This tablet does not support direct OS updates, while the average tablet does. 79.7% of tablets offer this.
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.8% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61.4% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera and mic privacy
    This tablet does not support camera and mic privacy, while the average tablet does. 56.6% of tablets offer this.
  • No multi-user mode
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
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    Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G
    the average tablet
    Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB) does not support multi-user mode, while the average tablet does. 73.8% of tablets offer this.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, while the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets offer this.

Video reviews

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

8.0
HR Indo
≈ estimated
30/04/2020
Long-term use · gaming, battery and app tests
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is highly recommended for a full HD 10-inch tablet, despite outdated software and no fingerprint scanner.
8.0
Soft we Hard
≈ estimated
12/09/2014
Hands-on review · touch, battery and water tests
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is a buy for most people, unless the camera matters, though touch sensitivity was an issue.
9.0
Geekazine
≈ estimated
21/08/2014
Hands-on review · gaming, camera and iPad comparison
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is an impressive tablet for gamers and media users, though its camera disappoints.
9.0
korguenkomodo
≈ estimated
14/08/2014
Full review · water test and daily app use
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is recommended for its waterproofing, 4G connectivity and strong performance.
8.0
MEGATechNews.com
≈ estimated
26/05/2014
Hands-on review · benchmark, software and camera tests
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is a solid Android tablet, though flex, the missing flash and fingerprints are concerns.
9.0
Android Authority
≈ estimated
03/05/2014
Hands-on review · design, software and media
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is a premium tablet whose build, streamlined software and media strengths justify its higher price.
8.0
Clove Technology
≈ estimated
08/04/2014
Full review · speakers, camera and battery tests
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is a capable, appealing tablet that leaves little to complain about, though battery life disappoints.
7.0
Damir Franc
≈ estimated
30/03/2014
In-depth review · design, display, performance and price
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G offers strong performance and display, but its 10-inch size and price make it hard to recommend outright.
8.0
TechRadar
≈ estimated
29/04/2014
Short review · display, performance, battery and camera
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G has a vivid but not sharp enough display, yet it remains one of the best Android tablets right now.
9.0
Engadget
≈ estimated
22/04/2014
Hands-on review · performance, screen, waterproofing and camera
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is one of the best 10-inch Android tablets right now, with a strong screen and waterproofing.
7.0
Stuff
≈ estimated
08/04/2014
Hands-on review · battery, camera and waterproof tests
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is good for movies and all-day battery life, but not enough of an all-rounder to beat rivals.
8.0
Clove Technology
≈ estimated
03/04/2014
First look · quick tour and battery test
Verdict
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G has an impressive thin design and display, though battery life disappoints.
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In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
cnet.com
✓ explicit
01/04/2014
Hands-on review · Slim waterproof tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is a powerful, waterproof iPad alternative with a vivid screen, but it drains battery quickly on standby and feels flexible.
9.0
wired.com
✓ explicit
01/04/2014
Hands-on review · Thin waterproof tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is thin, waterproof and powerful, with a good screen and all-day battery, but its camera is disappointing.
8.0
theverge.com
✓ explicit
21/04/2014
Hands-on review · Tablet and phone pair
Verdict
The Xperia Z2 Tablet is slimmer and lighter than the iPad Air and comfortable to hold for long periods, but hard to use one-handed.
7.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
21/04/2014
Full review · Premium Android tablet
Verdict
The Xperia Z2 Tablet is fast and very slim, but it looks much like its predecessor and lacks one standout feature to justify its price.
9.0
theguardian.com
≈ estimated
05/05/2014
Hands-on review · Premium Android tablet
Verdict
The Xperia Z2 Tablet is a slim, light, waterproof Android alternative to the iPad Air, but its app selection for big screens still lags behind Apple's.
8.0
itpro.com
✓ explicit
08/05/2014
Review · Multimedia 10-inch tablet
Verdict
The Xperia Z2 Tablet is a light, waterproof 10-inch Android tablet with great battery life and a sharp screen, though hard to use one-handed.
8.0
time.com
≈ estimated
16/05/2014
Review · Android tablet vs iPad
Verdict
The Xperia Z2 is one of the best Android tablets, light and nice to hold, but its wide screen and competing app stores leave it short of the iPad Air.
10
t3.com
✓ explicit
16/04/2014
Hands-on review · Large Android tablet
Verdict
The Xperia Z2 Tablet is the thinnest 10-inch Android tablet in its class, with excellent battery life and screen, though its width makes it hard to hold one-handed.
10
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
16/04/2014
Hands-on test · Thin Android tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is the best Android tablet by far, a slim, light 10in device that rivals the iPad Air in speed and screen quality.
9.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
18/04/2014
Hands-on review · Thin 10in tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is a thin, light 10in Android tablet with a great screen, best for people who will hold it for long periods.
7.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
21/04/2014
Short review · Slim Android tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is a stylish, thin tablet that is fast and waterproof, though it has little to set it apart from rivals.
8.0
whathifi.com
✓ explicit
01/07/2014
Lab test · Waterproof tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is a waterproof, light tablet with a clean interface and day-long battery, but its flexing body and reflective screen keep it behind the iPad.
I
itpro.com
26/02/2014
≈ estimated
8.0
Summary of the review
IT Pro - Sony Xperia Z2 tablet review: Hands on
9.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
25/04/2014
Lab test · Slim Android tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is a well-built, slim tablet with strong performance and a vivid screen, held back by very slow charging.
9.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
17/06/2014
Hands-on test · Entertainment tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is an entertainment-focused slim tablet with a brilliant screen and strong home connectivity, held back by limited built-in storage.
8.7
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
14/05/2014
Lab test · Benchmark results
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is a powerful, smooth tablet with strong graphics and excellent viewing angles, though it trails the iPad Air in browser speed.
8.0
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
04/04/2014
Full review · Feature-packed tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet is a slim, well-built tablet with a brilliant screen, long battery life and extra features, though touch input can miss small buttons.
8.0
frandroid.com
✓ explicit
12/08/2014
Full review · Premium 10-inch tablet
Verdict
The Xperia Z2 Tablet is a very thin, very light 10-inch tablet with a vivid screen, but its resolution is not top-tier and Samsung's 2K rivals look sharper.
8.4
android-mt.ouest-france.fr
✓ explicit
29/04/2014
Full review · Ergonomics and design
Verdict
The Xperia Z2 Tablet is among the best in ergonomics and design, very thin and light with strong performance, but its camera and black bezels hold it back.
9.0
quechoisir.org
≈ estimated
14/05/2014
Hands-on test · Light simple tablet
Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z2 4G is a light, easy-to-use tablet with good battery life, though it is no longer sold.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB)

  • Incredibly thin (6.4mm) and lightweight (426g) design, making it highly portable for a 10-inch device.
  • Fully waterproof and dust-resistant (IP55/58 rating), allowing for safe use in the bath or shower.
  • Powerful Snapdragon 801 processor and 3GB RAM provide smooth performance for graphically intensive gaming.
  • Bright and vibrant 10.1-inch Triluminos display with excellent colour reproduction.
  • Front-facing stereo speakers provide clear sound and better separation than rear-mounted alternatives.
  • Expandable storage via microSD slot (up to 64GB or 128GB depending on source).

What customers don't like about Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G (3GB + 16GB)

  • Large, dated-looking bezels around the display make the overall footprint larger than necessary.
  • Battery drains quickly in standby mode and can be slow to charge.
  • Reflective screen and moderate maximum brightness make it difficult to use in direct sunlight.
  • Underwhelming camera performance, often producing grainy or washed-out images.
  • Thin chassis feels delicate and exhibits noticeable flex when pressure is applied.
  • Fiddly waterproof port covers can be difficult to open and may wear out over time.

Verdict

The Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet 4G is an ultra-slim 10.1-inch Android tablet featuring a quad-core 2.3 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor, 3GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal storage expandable via microSD. Key characteristics include its exceptionally lightweight 6.4mm waterproof and dust-resistant chassis (IP55/IP58) and a vibrant Full HD Triluminos display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels. Main pros highlighted by users and experts include its remarkably portable design, smooth multitasking performance, and impressive battery life reaching up to 13 hours of video playback. However, notable cons include an oversized screen bezel that can look dated, a display that is highly reflective in direct sunlight, and a frame that some reviewers found to feel slightly delicate due to its extreme thinness.

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