Sony·Flagship · Released Sep 2013
Sony Xperia Z1
The 2013 Xperia — a 20.7 MP camera and waterproof glass slab.
36/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$650
Color · Black
Display
5.0" FHD LCD
Chipset
Snapdragon 800
Memory
2 GB · 16 GB
Main cam
20.7 MP · f/2.0
Battery
3,000 mAh
Weight
170 g
AI Snapshot
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.
Subscores · 0–100
Display54
Camera52
Performance26
Battery52
Build64
Value40
- 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
Type
IPS LCD (Triluminos)
Size
5.0 inches
Resolution
1,920 × 1,080 px (441 ppi)
Protection
Scratch-resistant glass
Main
20.7 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.3" Exmor RS
Selfie
2 MP
Video
1080p @ 30 fps
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -97.5%
This
40,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -96.0%
This
115
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -96.3%
This
300
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -99.0%
This
0.6 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the Sony Xperia Z1 released?
The Sony Xperia Z1 was released in Sep 2013.
What is the Sony Xperia Z1 screen size and type?
The Sony Xperia Z1 has a 5.0" FHD LCD display.
What chipset does the Sony Xperia Z1 use?
The Sony Xperia Z1 is powered by the Snapdragon 800 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Sony Xperia Z1 have?
The Sony Xperia Z1 ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Sony Xperia Z1 battery capacity?
The Sony Xperia Z1 has a 3,000 mAh battery.
What is the Sony Xperia Z1 main camera?
The Sony Xperia Z1 has a 20.7 MP · f/2.0 main camera.
Is the Sony Xperia Z1 waterproof?
The Sony Xperia Z1 is rated IP58 for dust and water resistance.
How fast does the Sony Xperia Z1 charge?
The Sony Xperia Z1 supports ~10 W wired charging.