Xperia Z5
The 2015 Xperia — a 23 MP camera and a side fingerprint reader.
The Xperia Z5 is a flagship Sony smartphone released Oct 2015, with a launch price of $650. It pairs the Snapdragon 810 with a 5.2" FHD LCD display, a 23 MP · f/2.0 main camera and a 2,900 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 44/100 — A 2015 Xperia — strong camera, hot chip. Standout strengths: high-resolution 23 mp camera for 2015. and ip68 water resistance and a side fingerprint reader. Main trade-off: snapdragon 810 ran hot.
A 2015 Xperia — strong camera, hot chip.
The Xperia Z5 paired a high-res 23 MP camera and IP68 with the troublesome Snapdragon 810. A legacy device today.
Read the full review- High-resolution 23 MP camera for 2015.
- IP68 water resistance and a side fingerprint reader.
- Front-firing stereo speakers.
- Compact, well-built body.
Full specifications
Benchmarks
How the Xperia Z5 compares
| Xperia Z5 | Galaxy Note 4 | Sony Xperia T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 44 | 44 | 44 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 810 | Snapdragon 805 | Snapdragon S4 |
| Display | 5.2" FHD LCD | 5.7" QHD AMOLED | 4.6" LCD |
| Main camera | 23 MP · f/2.0 | 16 MP · f/2.2 | 13 MP Exmor R |
| Battery | 2,900 mAh | 3,220 mAh | 1,850 mAh |
| Launch price | $650 | $750 | $560 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xperia Z5 released?
The Xperia Z5 was released in Oct 2015.
How much does the Xperia Z5 cost?
The Xperia Z5 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 Z5 screen size and type?
The Xperia Z5 has a 5.2" FHD LCD display.
What chipset does the Xperia Z5 use?
The Xperia Z5 is powered by the Snapdragon 810 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xperia Z5 have?
The Xperia Z5 ships with 3 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xperia Z5 battery capacity?
The Xperia Z5 has a 2,900 mAh battery.
How fast does the Xperia Z5 charge?
The Xperia Z5 supports ~15 W Quick Charge 2.0 wired charging.
Does the Xperia Z5 have wireless charging?
The Xperia Z5 does not support wireless charging.
What is the Xperia Z5 main camera?
The Xperia Z5 has a 23 MP · f/2.0 main camera.
Does the Xperia Z5 have 5G?
The Xperia Z5 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Xperia Z5 waterproof?
The Xperia Z5 is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.
How much does the Xperia Z5 weigh?
The Xperia Z5 weighs 154 g.
What colours does the Xperia Z5 come in?
The Xperia Z5 is available in 4 colours: Graphite Black, White, Gold, Green.
Is the Xperia Z5 worth buying?
The Xperia Z5 paired a high-res 23 MP camera and IP68 with the troublesome Snapdragon 810. A legacy device today. SpecEagle gives the Xperia Z5 an editorial score of 44/100.
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