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Sony Xperia Z2 phone review — specs and Genze score

Sony Xperia Z2 Specifications

Sony

Released 2014, Feb 15

3 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)

  • 163g, 8.2mm thickness
  • Android 4.4.2, up to 6.0
  • 16GB storage, microSDXC

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 5.6
Display 5.5
Performance 6.5
Camera 5.7
Body 6.2
Gaming 6.1
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Heating
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Genze total: 5.9/10

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Quick specifications

5.2"

1080x1920 pixels

20MP

2160p

3GB RAM

Snapdragon 801

3200mAh

18W

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5.9 /10
Performance 6.5/10
Battery 5.6/10
Display 5.5/10
Camera 5.7/10
Body 6.2/10
Gaming 6.1/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
2.30 GHz BT 4.0 2014

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - D6502, D6503, D6543
3G bands HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - D6502, D6503, D6543
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 13, 17, 20 - D6503
??? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8 - D6543
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
Announced 2014, February. Released 2014, April
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 146.8 x 73.3 x 8.2 mm (5.78 x 2.89 x 0.32 in)
Weight 163 g (5.75 oz)
Build Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
SIM Micro-SIM
??? IP58 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Type IPS LCD
Size 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~69.3% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density)
Protection Shatter proof glass
??? Triluminos display

X-Reality Engine
OS Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8974AB Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
GPU Adreno 330
Card slot microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal 16GB 3GB RAM
??? eMMC 5.0
Single 20.7 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.3", 1.12??m, AF
Features LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR
Single 2.2 MP
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.0, A2DP, aptX
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes
Radio FM radio, RDS
USB microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG, magnetic connector
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
??? ANT+
Type Li-Ion 3200 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired, QC2 (Japan)
Stand-by Up to 690 h (2G) / Up to 740 h (3G)
Talk time Up to 15 h (2G) / Up to 19 h (3G)
Music play Up to 120 h
Colors Black, White, Purple
Models D6503, D6502, SO-03F, Xperia Z2
SAR 1.34 W/kg (head) 0.82 W/kg (body)
SAR EU 0.38 W/kg (head)
Price About 260 EUR
Display Contrast ratio: 1195 (nominal), 1.944 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 64dB / Ring 75dB
Audio quality Noise -88.2dB / Crosstalk -88.9dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 89h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sony Xperia Z2 worth buying in 2026?

Sony Xperia Z2 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.9/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Sony Xperia Z2 good for gaming?

Sony Xperia Z2 scores 61/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Sony Xperia Z2?

Sony Xperia Z2 has a 3,200 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Sony Xperia Z2 have?

Sony Xperia Z2 features a 5.20-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Sony Xperia Z2 water resistant?

Sony Xperia Z2 is rated IP58. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Sony Xperia Z2 have?

Sony Xperia Z2 is available with 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia Z2?

Genze rates Sony Xperia Z2 5.9/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

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