Sony · Xperia Tablet

Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact

Released 2014

An 8-inch Android tablet with a Snapdragon 801 processor, water and dust resistance, high-resolution audio and PS4 Remote Play.

Screen: 8″
Display: LCD
Chip: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
Memory: 3 GB
Storage: 16 GB – 32 GB
Weight: 270 g

Compact

What reviewers say

Both reviews like the thin, light body, screen and PS4 Remote Play. Tech Advisor notes distortion from the speakers at high volume; What Hi-Fi praises headphone audio and endurance but dislikes the number of pre-installed Sony services.

From techadvisor.com and whathifi.com

Specifications

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Display

Screen size: 8″
Resolution: 1920 × 1200
Sharpness: 283 pixels per inch
Panel: LCD
Display type: TFT LCD with TRILUMINOS Display for mobile, Live Colour LED and X-Reality for mobile

Performance

Chip: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
Memory: 3 GB
Storage: 16 GB, 32 GB
CPU: Quad-core Snapdragon 801 at 2.5 GHz

Cameras

Rear camera: 8.1 MP
Ultra wide camera: None
Front camera: 2.2 MP
Rear camera: 8.1 MP Exmor RS for mobile sensor
Front camera: 2.2 MP Exmor R for mobile sensor
Video recording: Full HD 1080p recording from both cameras

Battery and connections

Battery life (maker's claim): Up to 15 hours
Battery (mAh): 4,500 mAh
Mobile data option: Yes
Stylus: Not supported
Keyboard made for it: Yes
Battery life detail: Maker claims approximately 15 hours video or 12 hours Wi-Fi browsing; approximately 4.3 hours for a full charge
USB-C: Micro-USB charging and data; microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC expansion up to 128 GB
Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac; 2.4 and 5 GHz; MIMO
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0
Mobile network: Wi-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
Keyboards: Optional Sony BKB10 Bluetooth keyboard, listed among the model accessories

Design

Weight: 270 g
Thickness: 6.4 mm
Height × width: 123.6 × 213.4 mm
Water and dust resistance: IP68
Operating system: Android
Speakers: Stereo speakers; high-resolution headphone audio, DSEE HX processing and digital noise cancellation with compatible Sony headphones
Microphones: Built-in mono microphone; 3.5 mm headset socket
Sensors: Accelerometer, gyroscope, digital compass, ambient light sensor, GPS and NFC
Materials: Reinforced FRP back panel integrated with a rounded frame; IP65 and IP68 protection requires all port covers closed
Colours: Black or white
Software at launch: Android 4.4 KitKat; PS4 Remote Play was added through an app after launch
In the box: Mains adaptor and USB cable

Storage options

Storage
16 GB
32 GB

Pros and cons

Pros

270 g Wi-Fi body and 6.4 mm thickness
IP65 and IP68 protection with covers closed
PS4 Remote Play and microSD expansion up to 128 GB

Cons

No infrared remote control
No active pen support

Closest rivals

Model	Screen	Display	Chip	Memory	Storage	Weight	Released
AppleiPad mini 4	7.9″	LCD	A8	2 GB	16 GB – 128 GB	298.8 g	Sept 2015
SonyXperia Z2 Tablet	10.1″	LCD	Qualcomm Snapdragon 801	3 GB	16 GB – 32 GB	426 g	Mar 2014
AppleiPad mini 3	7.9″	LCD	A7	1 GB	16 GB – 128 GB	331 g	Oct 2014

Sources

Photo: sony.jp

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