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Sony Xperia Tablet Z vs Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet

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SonyXperia Tablet ZSonyXperia Z2 Tablet
Overview
ReleasedMarch 2013March 2014
Display
Screen size10.1″10.1″
Resolution1920 × 12001920 × 1200
Sharpness224 pixels per inch224 pixels per inch
PanelLCDLCD
Display typeTFT LCD with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2TFT LCD with TRILUMINOS Display for mobile, Live Colour LED and X-Reality for mobile
Performance
ChipQualcomm Snapdragon S4 ProQualcomm Snapdragon 801
Memory2 GB3 GB
Storage16 GB, 32 GB16 GB, 32 GB
CPUQuad-core Snapdragon S4 Pro APQ8064 at 1.5 GHzQuad-core Snapdragon 801 at 2.3 GHz
GPU–Adreno 330
Cameras
Rear camera8.1 MP8.1 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Front camera2.2 MP2.2 MP
Rear camera8.1 MP Exmor R for mobile sensor; HDR photos8.1 MP Exmor RS for mobile sensor
Front camera2.2 MP Exmor R for mobile sensor2.2 MP camera
Video recordingFull HD recordingFull HD 1080p recording
Battery and connections
Battery life (maker's claim)Up to 10 hoursUp to 13 hours
Battery (mAh)6,000 mAh6,000 mAh
Mobile data optionYesYes
StylusNot supportedNot supported
Keyboard made for itNoYes
Battery life detailMaker claims approximately 10 hours video or 8.2 hours Wi-Fi browsing for the Japanese Wi-Fi model; approximately 6.5 hours for a full charge; SO-03E LTE capacity is 6000 mAhMaker claims up to 13 hours video; Japanese Wi-Fi specification also lists approximately 11 hours browsing and 5.8 hours for a full charge
Charging–Micro-USB charging or separate magnetic charging dock; Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 support
USB-CMicro-USB 2.0 for charging and data; HDMI output through a separate MHL adaptor; microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC cards up to 64 GBMicro-USB 2.0 with MHL 3.0 video output; microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC expansion up to 128 GB according to Sony's Japanese specification page
Wi-FiIEEE 802.11a/b/g/nIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 and 5 GHz
BluetoothBluetooth 4.0Bluetooth 4.0
Mobile networkWi-Fi and LTE variants; regional configurations differ; first sale was the Japanese SO-03E LTE model on 22 March 2013Wi-Fi and LTE variants; Wi-Fi weighs 426 g and LTE 439 g; 16 GB LTE and 16/32 GB Wi-Fi configurations in Sony's Hong Kong announcement
Keyboards–Optional BKC50 Bluetooth keyboard with tablet cover stand
Design
Weight495 g426 g
Thickness7.2 mm6.7 mm
Height × width172 × 266 mm172 × 266 mm
Water and dust resistanceIP57IP58
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
SpeakersStereo speakers with S-Force Front Surround 3DBuilt-in stereo speakers; digital noise cancellation with compatible Sony headphones
MicrophonesBuilt-in mono microphone; 3.5 mm headset socketBuilt-in mono microphone; 3.5 mm headset socket
SensorsAccelerometer, gyroscope, digital compass, ambient light sensor, GPS, NFC and infrared remote controlAccelerometer, gyroscope, digital compass, ambient light sensor, GPS, NFC and infrared remote control
MaterialsPlastic body; 6.9 mm at the thin section and 7.2 mm maximum excluding projections; IP55 and IP57 protection requires all port covers closedPlastic body; 6.4 mm at the thin section and 6.7 mm maximum excluding projections; IP55 and IP58 protection requires all covers closed
ColoursBlack or white, depending on configurationBlack or white, depending on configuration
Software at launchAndroid 4.1 Jelly BeanAndroid 4.4 KitKat
In the boxMains adaptor and USB cable; regional accessory bundles differMains adaptor and USB cable; LTE bundle headphones vary by region

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