Sony Xperia Z5
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Overview
Sony Xperia Z5 is a budget Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 810 chipset, 23 main camera, and 2900 mAh battery.
The device runs Xperia UI with features like Alpha camera technology. Priced at $0, it targets users seeking budget performance.
Specifications of Sony Xperia Z5
The display of Sony Xperia Z5 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 Z5 features 1 rear cameras: 23 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Sony Xperia Z5 has 2900mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Sony Xperia Z5 is powered by the Snapdragon 810 chipset with Adreno 430 GPU.
The memory of Sony Xperia Z5 offers 3GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of Sony Xperia Z5 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Sony Xperia Z5 weighs 154.0g with Aluminum frame and Glass back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 146 x 72 x 7.3 mm.
The software of Sony Xperia Z5 runs Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat) with Xperia UI. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sony Xperia Z5
Sony Xperia Z5 has a 23 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Sony Xperia Z5 is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 810 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
Sony Xperia Z5 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, Sony Xperia Z5 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 Z5 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 Z5 has a 2900mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
Sony Xperia Z5 at $0 is a budget device offering Snapdragon 810. It's worth buying if you prioritize affordability over premium features.
Sony Xperia Z5 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
Sony Xperia Z5 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Sony Xperia Z5 has a 5.2-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The Sony Xperia Z5 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
23
Chipset
Snapdragon 810
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - E6603, E6653 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | [] |
| 5G mmWave Bands | [] |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4g-lte-ca |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual-standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | N/A |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 146 x 72 x 7.3 mm |
| Weight (g) | 154.0 |
| Build Materials | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glass |
| Colors | ["White", "Graphite Black", "Gold", "Green", "Pink"] |
| 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-cooling |
| 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 (%) | 69.6 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat) |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 810 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A57) |
| GPU | Adreno 430 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | dual-ISP |
| Modem | snapdragon-x10 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | N/A |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | N/A |
| AnTuTu Score | N/A |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | eMMC 5.1 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | full-disk-encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 23 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.3" |
| Main Sensor Model | IMX220 |
| Main Lens | f/2.0, 24mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 5.1 |
| Sensor Size | 1/5.1 |
| Aperture | f/2.4 |
| 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 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aac, aptx, aptx-hd |
| DAC/Amp | dedicated-dac |
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 | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant) |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Side-Mounted; Eu Model Only) |
| 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) | 2900 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC2 |
| 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-charger |
| Battery Health Features | adaptive-charging |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat) |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | N/A |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | App permissions control, Privacy dashboard, Location permissions, Camera/Microphone indicators |
| Accessibility | standard-android |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, 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 Z5 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Sony Xperia Z5 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