Xperia Z Ultra
The original 6.4" waterproof phablet — a 2013 giant.
The Xperia Z Ultra is a flagship Sony smartphone released Jul 2013, with a launch price of $650. It pairs the Snapdragon 800 with a 6.4" LCD 60 Hz display, a 8 MP · f/2.4 main camera and a 3,050 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 50/100 — The original giant phablet. Standout strengths: huge 6.4" display in 2013. and ip58 waterproof + 6.5 mm slim. Main trade-off: 8 mp cam, no flash.
The original giant phablet.
Xperia Z Ultra packed a 6.4" display into a slim 6.5 mm waterproof body in 2013 — a phablet ahead of its time, usable with any pencil as a stylus.
Read the full review- Huge 6.4" display in 2013.
- IP58 waterproof + 6.5 mm slim.
- Stylus/pencil input.
- microSD.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Xperia Z Ultra compares
| Xperia Z Ultra | iPhone 6s | Xperia XA1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 800 | Apple A9 | MediaTek Helio P20 |
| Display | 6.4" LCD 60 Hz | 4.7" LCD 60 Hz | 5.0" LCD |
| Main camera | 8 MP · f/2.4 | 12 MP · f/2.2 | 23 MP · f/2.0 |
| Battery | 3,050 mAh | 1,715 mAh | 2,300 mAh |
| Launch price | $650 | $649 | €279 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xperia Z Ultra released?
The Xperia Z Ultra was released in Jul 2013.
How much does the Xperia Z Ultra cost?
The Xperia Z Ultra launched at $650 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Xperia Z Ultra screen size and type?
The Xperia Z Ultra has a 6.4" LCD 60 Hz display.
What chipset does the Xperia Z Ultra use?
The Xperia Z Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 800 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xperia Z Ultra have?
The Xperia Z Ultra ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xperia Z Ultra battery capacity?
The Xperia Z Ultra has a 3,050 mAh battery.
How fast does the Xperia Z Ultra charge?
The Xperia Z Ultra supports 7.5 W wired charging.
What is the Xperia Z Ultra main camera?
The Xperia Z Ultra has a 8 MP · f/2.4 main camera.
Does the Xperia Z Ultra have 5G?
The Xperia Z Ultra does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Xperia Z Ultra waterproof?
The Xperia Z Ultra is rated IP58 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the Xperia Z Ultra weigh?
The Xperia Z Ultra weighs 212 g.
What colours does the Xperia Z Ultra come in?
The Xperia Z Ultra is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Purple.
Is the Xperia Z Ultra worth buying?
Xperia Z Ultra packed a 6.4" display into a slim 6.5 mm waterproof body in 2013 — a phablet ahead of its time, usable with any pencil as a stylus. SpecEagle gives the Xperia Z Ultra an editorial score of 50/100.
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