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2017 Sony Xperia XZs and XZ Premium Specifications Review

Sony Xperia XZs & Xperia XZ Premium (2017): Detailed Noun Explanation

The Sony Xperia XZs and Xperia XZ Premium are flagship Android smartphones launched by Sony Mobile in February 2017, part of the Xperia XZ series. Both devices highlight Sony’s imaging and display technologies, with the XZ Premium positioned as the higher-end variant featuring a 4K HDR display and enhanced performance, while the XZs targets mainstream flagship users with a balanced set of specs.

Basic Identity & Launch Info

ItemXperia XZsXperia XZ Premium
Full English NameSony Xperia XZsSony Xperia XZ Premium
Model CodesG8231 (Global), G8232 (Dual-SIM)G8141 (Global), G8142 (Dual-SIM)
Launch DateFebruary 27, 2017 (MWC 2017)February 27, 2017 (MWC 2017)
Market PositionMainstream flagship; 1080p display, motion eye cameraTop-tier flagship; 4K HDR display, premium build
Key Taglines“Motion Eye. Capture the moment.”“4K HDR Display. See the difference.”
2017 Starting Price~€699 (128GB)~€899 (64GB)

Key Technical Specifications (English)

1. Display

ParameterXperia XZsXperia XZ Premium
Type & Size5.2-inch IPS LCD (Triluminos Display)5.5-inch 4K HDR IPS LCD (Triluminos Display, X-Reality Engine)
Resolution1920×1080 (Full HD), 424 ppi3840×2160 (4K UHD), 748 ppi; 1080p rendering by default (switches to 4K for supported content)
Refresh Rate60Hz60Hz
Brightness & Color600 nits peak; 10-bit color depth; DCI-P3700 nits peak; 10-bit color depth; DCI-P3; HDR10 support
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 5Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (front & back)

2. Processor & Performance

ParameterXperia XZsXperia XZ Premium
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 820 (14nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 (10nm)
CPU ArchitectureQuad-core (2×2.15GHz Kryo + 2×1.6GHz Kryo)Octa-core (4×2.45GHz Kryo 280 + 4×1.9GHz Kryo 280)
GPUAdreno 530Adreno 540
Memory & Storage4GB LPDDR4 RAM; 32GB/64GB/128GB UFS 2.0 (expandable via microSD up to 256GB)4GB LPDDR4X RAM; 64GB/128GB UFS 2.1 (expandable via microSD up to 256GB)
Performance HighlightsSmooth multitasking; supports 4K video encodingFaster CPU/GPU; lower power consumption; better gaming performance

3. Camera System (Core Highlight: Motion Eye)

ParameterXperia XZsXperia XZ Premium
Rear Triple Camera19MP main (f/2.0, 1/2.3″ Exmor RS, PDAF, OIS, laser AF) + 13MP ultra-wide (f/2.2, 120° FOV) + 0.3MP 3D depth sensor19MP main (f/2.0, 1/2.3″ Exmor RS, PDAF, OIS, laser AF) + 13MP ultra-wide (f/2.2, 120° FOV) + 0.3MP 3D depth sensor
Key Camera FeaturesMotion Eye (960fps slow-motion video at 720p); Predictive Hybrid AF; 4K video recording (30fps)Same as XZs + 4K HDR video recording; improved low-light performance
Front Camera13MP (f/2.0, 1/3.06″ Exmor RS, 1080p video)13MP (f/2.0, 1/3.06″ Exmor RS, 1080p video)

4. Battery & Charging

ParameterXperia XZsXperia XZ Premium
Capacity2900mAh non-removable Li-ion3230mAh non-removable Li-ion
Wired Charging18W Quick Charge 3.0; USB Type-C 3.118W Quick Charge 3.0; USB Type-C 3.1 (supports USB Power Delivery)
Wireless ChargingQi wireless charging (optional, requires accessory)Qi wireless charging (built-in)
Battery LifeUp to 12 hours talk time (3G); 300 hours standbyUp to 13 hours talk time (3G); 350 hours standby

5. Design & Build

ParameterXperia XZsXperia XZ Premium
MaterialAluminum frame; glass front; plastic backAluminum frame; Gorilla Glass 5 front & back
Dimensions146.4×72×8.1mm156×77×7.9mm
Weight161g195g
Color OptionsBlack, White, Silver, BlueBlack, Chrome, Deepsea Black
ProtectionIP65/IP68 dust/water resistanceIP65/IP68 dust/water resistance
Other Design FeaturesSide-mounted fingerprint sensor; dedicated camera shutter keySide-mounted fingerprint sensor; dedicated camera shutter key; symmetrical design

6. Software & Connectivity

ParameterXperia XZsXperia XZ Premium
Initial OSAndroid 7.1 Nougat; upgradable to Android 9 PieAndroid 7.1 Nougat; upgradable to Android 9 Pie
Connectivity4G LTE Cat.9; Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth 4.2; NFC; GPS/GLONASS/Beidou; USB Type-C4G LTE Cat.16; Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth 5.0; NFC; GPS/GLONASS/Beidou; USB Type-C; UFS 2.1 support
SecuritySide-mounted fingerprint sensor; Sony’s Security PlatformSame as XZs

Key Differentiators Between XZs & XZ Premium

  1. Display: XZ Premium’s 4K HDR screen delivers four times the resolution of XZs’ 1080p panel, with better color accuracy and HDR support for immersive media playback.
  2. Processor: XZ Premium uses the newer Snapdragon 835 (10nm) vs. XZs’ Snapdragon 820 (14nm), offering faster performance and lower power consumption.
  3. Wireless Charging: XZ Premium has built-in Qi wireless charging, while XZs requires an external accessory.
  4. Build Quality: XZ Premium features glass front and back for a premium feel, whereas XZs uses a plastic back.
  5. Video Recording: XZ Premium supports 4K HDR video, a step up from XZs’ standard 4K video.

Common Terminology Clarification

X-Reality Engine: Sony’s image processing tech that upscales lower-resolution content to near-4K quality on compatible displays.

Motion Eye Camera: Sony’s camera technology that enables 960fps slow-motion video (720p) to capture fast-moving moments in detail.

Triluminos Display: Sony’s display tech that enhances color accuracy and saturation, supporting DCI-P3 wide color gamut.

IP65/IP68 Rating: IP65 = resistant to low-pressure water jets; IP68 = dust-tight and water-resistant up to 1.5m for 30 minutes.

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