Sony Xperia XZ1
$83
Overview
Sony Xperia XZ1 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2017 with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 835 chipset, 19 main camera, and 2700 mAh battery.
The device runs Xperia UI with features like Alpha camera technology. Priced at $83, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Sony Xperia XZ1
The display of Sony Xperia XZ1 measures 5.2 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Sony Xperia XZ1 features 1 rear cameras: 19 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Sony Xperia XZ1 has 2700mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Sony Xperia XZ1 is powered by the Snapdragon 835 chipset with ARM Mali-T720 MP2 500MHz GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 46000.
The memory of Sony Xperia XZ1 offers 4GB RAM with 64GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is eMMC 5.1.
The connectivity of Sony Xperia XZ1 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Sony Xperia XZ1 weighs 180g with Aluminum frame and metal back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 148 x 73.4 x 7.4 mm.
The software of Sony Xperia XZ1 runs Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie) with Xperia UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sony Xperia XZ1
Sony Xperia XZ1 has a 19 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Sony Xperia XZ1 is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 835 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Sony Xperia XZ1 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Sony Xperia XZ1 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Sony Xperia XZ1 is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Sony Xperia XZ1 has a 2700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Sony Xperia XZ1 at $83 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 835. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Sony Xperia XZ1 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Sony Xperia XZ1 is available in 64GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Sony Xperia XZ1 has a 5.2-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10.
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Verdict
The Sony Xperia XZ1 delivers practical value for users prioritizing affordability over premium features. Pick this phone for essential smartphone functionality, if you prioritize affordability while still needing core features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.2"
Main Camera
19
Chipset
Snapdragon 835
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - F8341, F8342 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Dual SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2017 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $83 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 148 x 73.4 x 7.4 mm |
| Weight (g) | 180 |
| Build Materials | Plastic |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | metal |
| Colors | ["Black", "Warm Silver", "Venus Pink", "Moonlit Blue"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 9:16 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 424 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 80 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10 |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | N/A |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 835 |
| CPU | 4x Cortex A53 1.25 GHz |
| GPU | ARM Mali-T720 MP2 500MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X16 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 46000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 4GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC 5.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | FIPS 140-2 |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 19 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.3" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX258 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.12 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@960fps |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 13 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3.2" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 1 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | LDAC, aptX, AAC |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm Aqstic |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB On-The-Go |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Side-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2700 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC3 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 30 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | N/A |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 8.0 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 9.0 (Pie) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | charger, cable, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Sony Xperia XZ1 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Sony Xperia XZ1 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 835 chipset for smooth performance
- + Excellent value for money
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Camera performance is average