Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra
$299
Overview
Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 6.44-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 810 chipset, 16 main camera, and 4000 mAh battery.
The device runs Xperia UI with features like Alpha camera technology. Priced at $299, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra
The display of Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra measures 6.44 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 450 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x1920 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra features 1 rear cameras: 16 main. Video recording supports up to Yes.
The battery of Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra has 4000mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 810 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 505 500MHz GPU. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 42100.
The memory of Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra offers 3GB RAM with 16GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR3 technology. Storage is eMMC.
The connectivity of Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra weighs 155g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 158.3 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm.
The software of Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop) with Xperia UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra
Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra has a 16 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 810 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra 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 Z4 Ultra 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 Z4 Ultra has a 4000mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra at $299 is a mid-range device offering Snapdragon 810. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra is available in 16GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra has a 6.44-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 450 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6.44"
Main Camera
16
Chipset
Snapdragon 810
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual-standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Cancelled |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $299 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 158.3 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 155 |
| Build Materials | Metal |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["Black", "White"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | IP65/IP68 |
| 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) | 6.44 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x1920 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 1:2 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 269 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 76 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 450 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Shatter proof glass |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.0 (Lollipop) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 810 |
| CPU | Octa-Core, 4x Cortex-A53 1.4GHz + 4x Cortex-A53 1.1GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 505 500MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Basic |
| Modem | Snapdragon X10 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | 42100 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR3 |
| Storage | 16GB |
| Storage Type | eMMC |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | full-disk |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 16 |
| Main Sensor Size | CMOS |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX230 |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 25mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | 1 um |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | 2.0 MP depth |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | LED |
| Video Resolution | |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | basic |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | 1/4.1" |
| Aperture | f/2.2 |
| 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 | aptX, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | Qualcomm WCD9335 |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB 2.0 |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | 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 | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4000 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC2 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 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 5.0 (Lollipop) |
| 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 Z4 Ultra Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Sony Xperia Z4 Ultra covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 810 chipset for smooth performance
- + IP68 water and dust resistance
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Camera performance is average