Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB Photos, Specs, and Reviews
Created date: 2018-09-30 23:04:38, Updated date: 2020-04-16 18:50:46
We've conducted a detailed review of the Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB, looking into its battery, how easy it is to use the camera, and whether the CPU performance is high or low. Not only that, but we've also evaluated how portable and easy to hold it is, as well as how nice the display is.
Summary of rating | Compare ratings with all 5966 smartphones |
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Assessment Items | Scores |
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Portability | 75/100 |
Screen size | 67/100 |
Screen clarity | 65/100 |
Battery duration | 59/100 |
Processing capability | 56/100 |
Multitasking | 50/100 |
Camera function | 29/100 |
Contents
- 1.The merits and demerits of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
- 2.Features, Performance, and Reviews for the Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
- 2-1. Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB 's size
- 2-2.The CPU performance of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
- 2-3. Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB 's storage capacity
- 2-4. Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB 's screen
- 2-5.The camera function of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
- 2-6.The battery performance of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
- 2-7.Overall assessment of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
- 3.Specifications of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
Features, Performance, and Reviews for the Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
The camera function of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
The main camera of the "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" has a capacity of 7.0MP pixels, and is adequate for normal use. But some users may feel dissatisfied with the picture quality.
The "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" comes equipped with a 2.0MP pixel front-facing camera, which is very low resolution. If you aren't particular about your videos or photos, it might be fine, but otherwise, we recommend a smartphone at least one tier higher.
The battery performance of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
The "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB"'s battery capacity is 2600.0mAh, a standard level for these types of phones. Compared to other smartphones, the "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" has a standard battery life. It should not be a problem for normal use. However, if you spend a lot of time online or playing games, you may find the battery life a bit dissatisfying.
Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB 's size
The "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" is 64.9mm wide, 127.3mm tall, and 8.6mm thick. At this size, a man with large hands would be able to operate it comfortably with one hand, but it may feel a bit large for a woman with small hands. In the case of the "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB", it weighs about 129.0g. The weight is such that it's hardly noticeable even when using one-handed. However, some people may find it tiring to use for long periods.
Both the size and weight of the "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" make it easy to hold in your hand and are unlikely to cause any trouble when you use it normally.
Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB 's screen
The "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" has a 4.6inch screen. The iPhone X has a big screen, which very likely won't ever trouble you. Just be aware that it's not a very good size for writing long blocks of text.
The screen of the "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" is very clear, so you'll likely have no complaints on that front. However, you should be cautious about viewing things in 4k definition.
The CPU performance of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
The processing power of the "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" is, at 2.5GHz×4(4.0-cores), relatively high. Its features would position it somewhere between high and mid-level among currently available smartphones, but it will be rather stress-free in terms of using most apps. Most 3D games that don't burn up too much memory should be playable to a satisfying degree for the most part. 2D games should be no problem at all.
The "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" has 2.0GB of RAM, so it has plenty of space. In rare cases this amount of RAM might not be sufficient, but there shouldn't be too much stress on the machine with this amount.
The overall operational speed of the "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" rates as a mid-range smartphone. While you will probably not experience much sluggishness or lag with normal use, we recommend a phone at least one tier higher if you want to enjoy games or videos.
Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB 's storage capacity
The "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" has 16.0GB of data storage, which is plenty for taking photos, but for people who frequently shoot videos or have lots of games installed, this may not feel like enough space.
Since the "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" is compatible with SD cards, you'll be able to easily expand your storage capacity; you won't need to worry about how much internal space it has.
Overall assessment of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
The "Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB" is a relatively high-performance smartphone. If you plan to use it as your main smartphone, you may find it slightly inconvenient, but within tolerable limits.
The merits and demerits of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
The merits of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
- It's easy to hold and you can even comfortably use it with one hand.
- It feels comparably light.
The demerits of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
- The rear-facing camera is very low resolution, so you should not think of using this smartphone as your main camera.
Specifications of Xperia Z3 Compact 16GB
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Maker | Sony | ||||
Release date | 2014-09 | ||||
Color | Black/White/Green/Orange | ||||
OS | Android | ||||
Dimensions (width x height x thickness) | 64.9mm x 127.3mm x 8.6mm | ||||
Weight | 129.0g | ||||
Display size | 4.6inch | ||||
Display type | IPS LCD | ||||
Screen resolution (width x height) | 720 x 1280 | ||||
Pixel density | 319ppi | ||||
Battery capacity | 2600.0mAh | ||||
Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 | ||||
CPU specs | 2.5GHz×4(4.0-cores) | ||||
RAM size | 2.0GB | ||||
Storage size | 16.0GB | ||||
Rear-camera resolution | 7.0MP | ||||
Front-camera resolution | 2.0MP | ||||
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