Sony · Xperia

Xperia Z2

Released March 2014

Sony's 2014 Xperia flagship brings a larger 5.2-inch display, stereo speakers and 4K recording to the water-resistant Z line.

Model history · 3 models, 2013–2014

2013Xperia Z Compare
2013Xperia Z1 Compare
2014Xperia Z2

Screen: 5.2″
Display: LCD
Chip: Snapdragon 801
Memory: 3 GB
Storage: 16 GB
Main camera: 20.7 MP
Zoom: –
Battery: 3,200 mAh
Weight: 163 g

Compact

What reviewers say

Engadget and PhoneArena praised the Z2's much improved display, strong battery life and premium water-resistant build. Both found it large and less comfortable to handle than some rivals. Engadget valued the camera but found Sony's camera software less polished, while PhoneArena liked the still images and faster performance.

From engadget.com and phonearena.com

Specifications

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Display

Screen size: 5.2″
Resolution: 1920 × 1080
Sharpness: 424 pixels per inch
Panel: LCD
Display type: 5.2-inch Full HD TRILUMINOS TFT LCD; PhoneArena identified the reviewed panel as IPS
Display features: X-Reality for mobile and Live Colour LED processing

Performance

Chip: Snapdragon 801
Memory: 3 GB
Storage: 16 GB
CPU: Quad-core Qualcomm MSM8974AB at 2.3 GHz
GPU: Adreno 330
Storage type: 16 GB flash; microSDXC slot supports up to 128 GB

Cameras

Main camera: 20.7 MP
Ultra wide camera: None
Telephoto camera: None
Optical zoom: None
Front camera: 2.2 MP
Main camera: 20.7 MP Exmor RS sensor with G Lens and LED flash
Front camera: 2.2 MP Exmor R camera with 1080p video
Video recording: 4K2K recording, 1080p front video and Timeshift slow-motion mode
Camera features: HDR for photos and movies, SteadyShot, Superior Auto and dedicated camera button

Battery and charging

Battery: 3,200 mAh
Video playback (maker's claim): Up to 10 hours
Wireless charging: None
Battery life detail: Sony's D6503 white paper lists a 3,200 mAh minimum embedded battery and up to 10 hours of video playback

Design

Type: Standard
Weight: 163 g
Thickness: 8.2 mm
Height × width: 146.8 × 73.3 mm
Water and dust resistance: IP58
Materials: Glass front and back with metal frame
Colours: Black, White, Purple
Water resistance detail: Sony specifies IP55/IP58 water and dust protection with all port covers closed; its white paper cautions against deliberate submersion
Speakers: Front-facing stereo speakers; digital noise cancellation with compatible wired headset

Software

Operating system: Android
Software at launch: Android 4.4 KitKat

Connectivity

Mobile network: 4G LTE Cat 4; UK D6503 supports LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, 17 and 20
SIM: Micro-SIM
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0
NFC: Yes
USB: Micro-USB 2.0 with MHL 3.0 output and USB host; 3.5 mm headphone socket

Storage options

Storage
16 GB

Pros and cons

Pros

Improved Full HD display with wider viewing angles
4K video recording and stereo speakers
IP55/IP58 protection and microSD expansion

Cons

Large body for one-handed use
Port covers needed to maintain water resistance
No wireless charging

Closest rivals

Model	Screen	Display	Chip	Memory	Storage	Main camera	Zoom	Battery	Weight	Released
SonyXperia Z3	5.2″	LCD	Snapdragon 801	3 GB	16 GB	20.7 MP	–	3,100 mAh	152 g	Sept 2014
OnePlusOnePlus One	5.5″	LCD	Snapdragon 801	3 GB	16 GB – 64 GB	13 MP	–	3,100 mAh	162 g	2014
SamsungGalaxy S6	5.1″	OLED, 60 Hz	Exynos 7420	3 GB	32 GB – 128 GB	16 MP	–	2,550 mAh	138 g	Apr 2015

Previous model: Xperia Z1. Newer model: Xperia Z3.

Sources

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