Sony Xperia Z3 Dual
The Sony Xperia Z3 Dual is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2014).
2014 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4.4 (KitKat)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 424 PPI screen
✓5.2" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 152g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 3,100 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗7 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8974AC Snapdragon 801 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 2.5 GHz Krait 400
OS
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
424 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
IPS LCD
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
7 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
Main Video
4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps, 720p@120fps, HDR
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
3,100 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
Weight
152g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
146 x 72 x 7.3 mm (5.75 x 2.83 x 0.29 in)
USB
microUSB 2.0 (MHL 3 TV-out), OTG, magnetic connector
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Colors
Black, White, Copper, Silver Green
