Sony Xperia XZ Premium
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Unique 4K HDR display
- 3.5mm headphone jack
- Dedicated camera button
- Stereo speakers
- Durable build
- MicroSD expansion
What to consider
- Outdated software
- Large screen bezels
- Slippery body
- No 5G
- Average battery life
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 5.46"
- Resolution
- 3840 x 2160
- Display type
- IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 500 nits
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Display
- Screen size
- 5.46"
- Resolution
- 3840 x 2160
- Display type
- IPS LCD
- Refresh rate
- 60Hz
- Max brightness
- 500 nits
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass 5
Performance
- Processor
- Qualcomm MSM8998 Snapdragon 835 (10 nm)
- CPU cores
- Octa-core (4x2.45 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo)
- GPU
- Adreno 540
- RAM
- 4GB
- AnTuTu score
- 210000 (v8)
Camera
- Main camera
- 19 MP, f/2.0, 25mm (wide), 1/2.3", predictive PDAF
- Ultra-wide
- Not available
- Telephoto
- Not available
- Front camera
- 13 MP, f/2.0, 22mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm
- Video
- 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS), 720p@960fps, HDR
Battery
- Capacity
- 3230 mAh
- Charging speed
- 18W wired, QC3
- Wireless charging
- No
- Battery life
- Up to 10 hours of video playback
Connectivity
- 5G
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
- Bluetooth
- 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
- NFC
- Yes
- USB
- USB Type-C 3.1, OTG
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 156 x 77 x 7.9 mm
- Weight
- 195 g
- Materials
- Glass front (GG5), glass back (GG5), aluminum/plastic frame
- Water resistance
- IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Good (B)
from 117,1 €
May have micro-scratches on the glossy surface, visible only at certain angles. The screen is clean. Battery is in good condition.
Acceptable (C)
from 109,3 €
Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Sony Xperia XZ Premium.
Screen edge light bleed
ModerateAdhesive aging or heat-induced panel deformation.
Loose charging port
MinorPhysical wear and dirt accumulation.
GPS signal drift
ModerateSoftware bug or degraded antenna contact.
Battery capacity reduction
ModerateNatural wear of the lithium-ion battery over the years.
Repairs and Parts5/10 iFixit
Battery Replacement
The battery is glued in but accessible after removing the back panel.
Screen Replacement
Screen replacement requires removing almost all components as it is strongly glued to the frame.
Charging Port Repair
The USB-C port is on a separate daughterboard, making replacement easier.
Spare parts are still available, but original LCD panels are becoming harder to find.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
52 kg CO2e
Water Saved
11500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
191 grams
Reused
95%
Recycled
5%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Movie enthusiast
A user who watches a lot of video content and values screen sharpness.
- 4K HDR display
- Stereo speakers
- 3.5mm jack
Technology collector
A person who wants to own iconic devices from smartphone history.
- First 4K phone
- OmniBalance design
- Luminous Chrome finish
Budget-conscious audiophile
A user who needs an affordable device for listening to music and basic needs.
- Headphone jack
- MicroSD support
- Affordable price
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
LatviaYour country
Estonia
Finland
Lithuania
The device does not support 5G networks. VoLTE support may require carrier configuration.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The XZ2 Premium offers better low-light photography and a more modern design, but loses the classic 16:9 aspect ratio and is significantly heavier.
| Feature | Xperia XZ Premium | Xperia XZ2 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Screen aspect ratio | 16:9 (Classic) | 16:9 (Curved glass) |
| Camera | Single 19MP | Dual camera |
| Weight | 195g | 236g |
Samsung offers a more modern 'Infinity Display' design, but Sony wins with screen sharpness (4K) and the unique 960fps slow-motion feature.
| Feature | Xperia XZ Premium | Galaxy S8+ |
|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 4K (807 PPI) | QHD+ (529 PPI) |
| Design | OmniBalance (Large bezels) | Infinity Display (Thin bezels) |
| Fingerprint sensor | Side-mounted (Convenient) | Rear-mounted (Inconvenient location) |
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