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Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet vs Sony Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact

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SonyXperia Z2 TabletSonyXperia Z3 Tablet Compact
Overview
ReleasedMarch 20142014
Display
Screen size10.1″8″
Resolution1920 × 12001920 × 1200
Sharpness224 pixels per inch283 pixels per inch
PanelLCDLCD
Display typeTFT LCD with TRILUMINOS Display for mobile, Live Colour LED and X-Reality for mobileTFT LCD with TRILUMINOS Display for mobile, Live Colour LED and X-Reality for mobile
Performance
ChipQualcomm Snapdragon 801Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
Memory3 GB3 GB
Storage16 GB, 32 GB16 GB, 32 GB
CPUQuad-core Snapdragon 801 at 2.3 GHzQuad-core Snapdragon 801 at 2.5 GHz
GPUAdreno 330–
Cameras
Rear camera8.1 MP8.1 MP
Ultra wide cameraNoneNone
Front camera2.2 MP2.2 MP
Rear camera8.1 MP Exmor RS for mobile sensor8.1 MP Exmor RS for mobile sensor
Front camera2.2 MP camera2.2 MP Exmor R for mobile sensor
Video recordingFull HD 1080p recordingFull HD 1080p recording from both cameras
Battery and connections
Battery life (maker's claim)Up to 13 hoursUp to 15 hours
Battery (mAh)6,000 mAh4,500 mAh
Mobile data optionYesYes
StylusNot supportedNot supported
Keyboard made for itYesYes
Battery life detailMaker claims up to 13 hours video; Japanese Wi-Fi specification also lists approximately 11 hours browsing and 5.8 hours for a full chargeMaker claims approximately 15 hours video or 12 hours Wi-Fi browsing; approximately 4.3 hours for a full charge
ChargingMicro-USB charging or separate magnetic charging dock; Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 support–
USB-CMicro-USB 2.0 with MHL 3.0 video output; microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC expansion up to 128 GB according to Sony's Japanese specification pageMicro-USB charging and data; microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC expansion up to 128 GB
Wi-FiIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 and 5 GHzIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 and 5 GHz; MIMO
BluetoothBluetooth 4.0Bluetooth 4.0
Mobile networkWi-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 announcementWi-Fi and LTE variants announced globally for autumn 2014; the Japanese Wi-Fi model went on sale on 7 November 2014; dimensions and weight shown are for Wi-Fi
KeyboardsOptional BKC50 Bluetooth keyboard with tablet cover standOptional Sony BKB10 Bluetooth keyboard, listed among the model accessories
Design
Weight426 g270 g
Thickness6.7 mm6.4 mm
Height × width172 × 266 mm123.6 × 213.4 mm
Water and dust resistanceIP58IP68
Operating systemAndroidAndroid
SpeakersBuilt-in stereo speakers; digital noise cancellation with compatible Sony headphonesStereo speakers; high-resolution headphone audio, DSEE HX processing and 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 and NFC
MaterialsPlastic body; 6.4 mm at the thin section and 6.7 mm maximum excluding projections; IP55 and IP58 protection requires all covers closedReinforced FRP back panel integrated with a rounded frame; IP65 and IP68 protection requires all port covers closed
ColoursBlack or white, depending on configurationBlack or white
Software at launchAndroid 4.4 KitKatAndroid 4.4 KitKat; PS4 Remote Play was added through an app after launch
In the boxMains adaptor and USB cable; LTE bundle headphones vary by regionMains adaptor and USB cable

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