Sharp Z3
The Sharp Z3 is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2017).
2017 · Lower-mid-range · Android 7.0 (Nougat)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Razor-sharp 515 PPI display — text and images look crisp
✓5.7" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Entry-level Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm) — struggles with demanding apps
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysMobile gamingHeavy multitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8976 Snapdragon 652 (28 nm)
Mid-range — handles daily tasks well
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Cortex-A72 & 4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53)
RAM
4GB
Fine for everyday apps
💻 Display
Sharpness
515 ppi
Razor-sharp — text is crystal clear
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
3,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
Weight
185g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
157 x 78.5 x 7.8 mm (6.18 x 3.09 x 0.31 in)
Sensors
Fingerprint (front-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
