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Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£380RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:8 inchesChipset:Qualcomm Snapdragon 801

Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB)
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 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
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Score distribution
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Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

8.4

User score

â–²Better than 58% of tablets
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 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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70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

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6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 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 Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

22%

5.8

Performance

20%

6.2

Display

16%

6.5

Camera

14%

6.4

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software & Features

5%

7.5

Design

3%

5.3

Audio & Multimedia

â–²Better than 55%
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 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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Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 80%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 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
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Score distribution
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22%

5.8

Performance

20%

6.2

Display

16%

6.5

Camera

14%

6.4

Battery

12%

6.6

Connectivity

8%

6.4

Software & Features

5%

7.5

Design

3%

5.3

Audio & Multimedia

6.3
User score
User score
8.4/ 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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Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
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Score distribution
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Popularity:
Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB) has a user popularity of 7.8 points, which is lower than 76.2% of Tablets.
7.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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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Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.5

Price

7.1
RAM capacity
3 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 8.5% of tablets.
Process node
28 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
32 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 60.5% of tablets and equal to that of 18% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
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Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset, which is more advanced than the chipsets in 65.5% of tablets and equal to those in 0.4% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1200
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
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
283 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 283 ppi which is higher than that of 84.5% of tablets and equal to that of 3% of tablets.
Display glass type
Tempered Glass
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
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8.1 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
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
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
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
4,500 mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 78.1% of tablets and equal to those in 0.4% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 18 W which is faster than in 48% of tablets and equal to speeds in 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
15 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 15 hours, which is longer than that of 85.6% of tablets and equal to that of 4.1% of tablets.
video playback
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
yes
This tablet supports NFC. 89.1% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Android
This tablet uses the Android operating system, which is more advanced than the one used by 23.3%.
Update support duration
short
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
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
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 include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
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Weight
270 g
This tablet weighs 270 g which is lighter than 97.7% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.2% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% 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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Number of microphones
1
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
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
yes
This tablet includes an FM radio. 81.1% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB) vs the average tablet

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  • 5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (15 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    15 hours vs 10 hours
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 190 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (590 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    590 nits vs 400 nits
  • 189 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (590 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    590 nits vs 401 nits
  • 44.9% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (270 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    270 g vs 490 g
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 330 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51
  • 26.3% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (283 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • 5.4% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 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 Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi
    the average tablet
    Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.43 vs 8.000).
    8.43 vs 8
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Better GPU
    This tablet uses the Adreno 330 GPU, while the average tablet uses Mali-G51. GPU choice is one of the main performance differences between tablets.
    Adreno 330 vs Mali-G51
  • 25% higher CPU speed
    This tablet has a higher CPU speed than the average tablet (2.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    2.5 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 190 nits higher typical brightness
    This tablet has a higher typical brightness than the average tablet (590 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    590 nits vs 400 nits
  • 189 nits higher peak brightness
    This tablet has a higher peak brightness than the average tablet (590 nits vs 401 nits). The average tablet reaches 401 nits peak brightness.
    590 nits vs 401 nits
  • 26.3% higher pixel density
    This tablet has a higher pixel density than the average tablet (283 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • 62 ppi higher screen sharpness
    This tablet has a higher screen sharpness than the average tablet (283 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has screen sharpness of 221 ppi.
    283 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • Allows manual focus
    This tablet allows manual focus control, the average tablet does not. 37.2% of tablets include manual focus.
  • Allows manual ISO
    This tablet allows manual ISO adjustment, the average tablet does not. 46% of tablets feature manual ISO.
  • 0.1 MP higher main camera megapixels
    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
    This tablet supports slow-motion recording, the average tablet does not. 37.5% of tablets offer slow-mo.
  • 5 hours longer battery life
    This tablet offers longer battery life than the average tablet (15 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    video playback
    15 hours vs 10 hours
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Supports NFC
    This tablet has NFC support, the average tablet does not. 10.9% of tablets include NFC.
  • 44.9% lighter
    This tablet is lighter than the average tablet (270 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    270 g vs 490 g
  • 1.6 mm thinner
    This tablet is thinner than the average tablet (6.4 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8.0 mm thick.
    6.4 mm vs 8.0 mm
  • 51.7 mm narrower
    This tablet is narrower than the average tablet (123.6 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    123.6 mm vs 175.3 mm
  • Supports LDAC
    This tablet supports LDAC, the average tablet does not. 25.2% of tablets support LDAC.
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • 31.6% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,500 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Less durable display glass
    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
  • No split-screen
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.4% of tablets support split-screen.
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • 46.2% more expensive
    Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£380 vs £260).
    £380 vs £260
  • 2x larger process node
    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
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • 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 use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 50% less storage
    This tablet has less internal storage than the average tablet (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average tablet provides 64 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 64 GB
  • 1 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM capacity than the average tablet (3 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 4 GB
  • 30.8% slower GPU clock
    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
  • Less durable display glass
    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
  • 2.1 inches smaller screen size
    This tablet has a lower screen size than the average tablet (8 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    8 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This tablet has a worse front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2.8 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.8 vs f/2.2
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • 2.8 MP lower front camera megapixels
    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
    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
  • 31.6% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (4,500 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    4,500 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No USB Type-C
    This tablet lacks a USB Type-C port, the average tablet includes one. 53.4% of tablets use USB Type-C.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    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
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • Shorter update support
    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
    This tablet does not support split-screen, the average tablet does. 72.4% of tablets support split-screen.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This tablet does not support picture-in-picture, the average tablet does. 61% of tablets support picture-in-picture.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • No dark mode
    This tablet does not support dark mode, the average tablet does. 57.2% of tablets have dark mode.
  • 5 older release date
    This tablet is an older model than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019).
    2014 vs 2019

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What customers like about Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB)

  • Extremely thin and lightweight design (270g), making it highly portable
  • IP68 waterproof and dust-resistant rating, allowing use in the bath or pool
  • Bright, crisp Triluminos display with excellent viewing angles
  • Strong battery life, often lasting up to two days with heavy use
  • Fast and responsive performance powered by the Snapdragon 801 processor
  • Unique PS4 Remote Play feature for streaming games from a console
  • High-quality audio experience with support for High-Res audio and front-facing speakers

What customers don't like about Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (3GB + 32GB)

  • High initial launch price compared to competitors like the iPad mini
  • Lower screen resolution (Full HD) compared to rivals with 2K or Retina displays
  • Excessive pre-installed 'bloatware' and Sony widgets out of the box
  • Mediocre rear camera performance, especially in low-light conditions
  • 16:10 aspect ratio is less ideal for productivity and reading than 4:3
  • Relatively weak Wi-Fi reception compared to flagship tablets from Samsung
  • Fiddly waterproof flaps required for charging (unless using a magnetic dock)

Verdict

The Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact WiFi (SGP612) is an ultra-slim 8-inch Android tablet featuring a 1920x1200 IPS Triluminos display and a remarkably lightweight 270g chassis that is IP65/68 waterproof and dust-resistant. It is powered by a 2.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD up to 128GB. Main pros include its exceptionally portable 6.4mm profile, long-lasting 4,500mAh battery providing up to 15 hours of video playback, and unique PS4 Remote Play support. However, notable cons include a significant amount of pre-installed bloatware, average camera performance from the 8.1MP rear sensor, and a display resolution that trails behind some premium competitors.

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