Sony·Flagship · Released Sep 2014
Sony Xperia Z3
A 2014 fan-favourite — slim, waterproof, with great battery life.
38/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$630
Color · Black
Display
5.2" FHD LCD
Chipset
Snapdragon 801
Memory
3 GB · 16 GB
Main cam
20.7 MP · f/2.0
Battery
3,100 mAh
Weight
152 g
AI Snapshot
A 2014 Xperia fans still recall fondly.
The Xperia Z3 paired waterproofing and great battery life with Sony’s slim OmniBalance design. A legacy device, fondly remembered.
Subscores · 0–100
Display56
Camera48
Performance30
Battery56
Build70
Value42
- IP68 waterproofing and a slim, premium build.
- Strong battery life — a Z3 highlight.
- Front-firing stereo speakers.
- 20.7 MP Exmor RS camera.
Full specifications
Type
IPS LCD, 60 Hz
Size
5.2 inches
Resolution
1,920 × 1,080 px (424 ppi)
Protection
Scratch-resistant glass
Main
20.7 MP, f/2.0, Exmor RS
Selfie
2.2 MP, f/2.4
Video
4K @ 30 fps
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -96.7%
This
70,000
Class avg
2,100,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -92.4%
This
220
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -93.0%
This
590
Class avg
8,400
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -98.4%
This
1.0 fps
Class avg
64.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the Sony Xperia Z3 released?
The Sony Xperia Z3 was released in Sep 2014.
What is the Sony Xperia Z3 screen size and type?
The Sony Xperia Z3 has a 5.2" FHD LCD display.
What chipset does the Sony Xperia Z3 use?
The Sony Xperia Z3 is powered by the Snapdragon 801 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Sony Xperia Z3 have?
The Sony Xperia Z3 ships with 3 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Sony Xperia Z3 battery capacity?
The Sony Xperia Z3 has a 3,100 mAh battery.
What is the Sony Xperia Z3 main camera?
The Sony Xperia Z3 has a 20.7 MP · f/2.0 main camera.
Does the Sony Xperia Z3 have 5G?
The Sony Xperia Z3 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Sony Xperia Z3 waterproof?
The Sony Xperia Z3 is rated IP68 for dust and water resistance.