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Sony Xperia Z5 Premium Specifications
Sony
Released 2015, Sep 2
3 GB RAM · Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm)
- 180g, 7.8mm thickness
- Android 5.1.1, up to 7.0
- 32GB storage, microSDXC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 6.7 | — |
| Display | 4.8 | — |
| Performance | 5.8 | — |
| Camera | 4.5 | — |
| Body | 6.8 | — |
| Gaming | 5.4 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 1.6 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
5.5"
2160x3840 pixels
23MP
2160p
3GB RAM
Snapdragon 810
3430mAh
18W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - E6853 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40 - E6853 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2015, September 02. Released 2015, November 05 |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 154.4 x 75.8 x 7.8 mm (6.08 x 2.98 x 0.31 in) |
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| Weight | 180 g (6.35 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | |
| ??? | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
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Display
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Type | IPS LCD |
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| Size | 5.5 inches, 82.4 cm2 (~70.4% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 2160 x 3840 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~806 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Scratch-resistant glass, oleophobic coating | |
| ??? | Runs at 1080 x 1920 pixels except for select use cases |
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Platform
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OS | Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat) |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A57) | |
| GPU | Adreno 430 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
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| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM | |
| ??? | eMMC 5.0 |
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Main Camera
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Single | 23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.3", PDAF |
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 5.1 MP, f/2.4 |
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| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| ??? | 24-bit/192kHz audio |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
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| Bluetooth | 4.1, A2DP, aptX | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS/ BDS (market dependant) | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio, RDS | |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 (MHL 3 TV-out), OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
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| ??? | ANT+ |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 3430 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 18W wired, QC2 |
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Misc
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Colors | Chrome, Black, Gold, Pink |
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| Models | E6853, SO-03H | |
| SAR | 0.43 W/kg (head) 0.81 W/kg (body) | |
| SAR EU | 0.47 W/kg (head) 0.47 W/kg (body) | |
| Price | About 190 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | Basemark OS II 2.0: 1687 Basemark X: 24281 |
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| Display | Contrast ratio: 966 (nominal), 2.525 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 66dB / Noise 65dB / Ring 66dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -95.9dB / Crosstalk -95.5dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 66h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia Z5 Premium worth buying in 2026?
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 5.4/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Sony Xperia Z5 Premium good for gaming?
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium scores 54/100 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 Z5 Premium?
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium has a 3,430 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Xperia Z5 Premium have?
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium features a 5.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Sony Xperia Z5 Premium water resistant?
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Sony Xperia Z5 Premium have?
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium is available with 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia Z5 Premium?
Genze rates Sony Xperia Z5 Premium 5.4/10 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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