Xperia Z1
The 2013 Xperia — a 20.7 MP camera and waterproof glass slab.
The Xperia Z1 is a flagship Sony smartphone released Sep 2013, with a launch price of $650. It pairs the Snapdragon 800 with a 5.0" FHD LCD display, a 20.7 MP · f/2.0 main camera and a 3,000 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 36/100 — A 2013 camera-focused Xperia, waterproof and fast. Standout strengths: high-resolution 20.7 mp 1/2.3" camera sensor for 2013. and ip58 water and dust resistance. Main trade-off: ips lcd had narrow viewing angles.
A 2013 camera-focused Xperia, waterproof and fast.
The Xperia Z1 paired a high-res camera with IP58 and a Snapdragon 800. Its LCD viewing angles aside, it was a strong 2013 flagship — now history.
Read the full review- High-resolution 20.7 MP 1/2.3" camera sensor for 2013.
- IP58 water and dust resistance.
- Fast Snapdragon 800; microSD support.
- Distinctive OmniBalance glass design.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Xperia Z1 compares
| Xperia Z1 | Galaxy Note 3 | Sony Xperia C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 36 | 36 | 36 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 800 | Snapdragon 800 | MediaTek MT6589 |
| Display | 5.0" FHD LCD | 5.7" FHD AMOLED | 5.0" LCD |
| Main camera | 20.7 MP · f/2.0 | 13 MP · f/2.2 | 8 MP |
| Battery | 3,000 mAh | 3,200 mAh | 2,390 mAh |
| Launch price | $650 | $699 | $330 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xperia Z1 released?
The Xperia Z1 was released in Sep 2013.
How much does the Xperia Z1 cost?
The Xperia Z1 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 Z1 screen size and type?
The Xperia Z1 has a 5.0" FHD LCD display.
What chipset does the Xperia Z1 use?
The Xperia Z1 is powered by the Snapdragon 800 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xperia Z1 have?
The Xperia Z1 ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xperia Z1 battery capacity?
The Xperia Z1 has a 3,000 mAh battery.
How fast does the Xperia Z1 charge?
The Xperia Z1 supports ~10 W wired charging.
Does the Xperia Z1 have wireless charging?
The Xperia Z1 does not support wireless charging.
What is the Xperia Z1 main camera?
The Xperia Z1 has a 20.7 MP · f/2.0 main camera.
Is the Xperia Z1 waterproof?
The Xperia Z1 is rated IP58 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the Xperia Z1 weigh?
The Xperia Z1 weighs 170 g.
What colours does the Xperia Z1 come in?
The Xperia Z1 is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Purple.
Is the Xperia Z1 worth buying?
The Xperia Z1 paired a high-res camera with IP58 and a Snapdragon 800. Its LCD viewing angles aside, it was a strong 2013 flagship — now history. SpecEagle gives the Xperia Z1 an editorial score of 36/100.
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