Sony smartphones have been around even before Android started its journey as a mobile operating system. Sony’s latest flagship the Z3 got high praise from our entire team for its outstanding performance across all parameters but what about their other offerings? We are making buying a Sony phone much simpler today by going through their entire smartphone lineup, telling you which ones are worth buying and which ones you should skip.
Xperia E3 / E3 Dual
Price: Rs. 9,500 / Rs. 10,000
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
CPU: Quad-Core 1.2Ghz
RAM: 1GB
Display: 4.5-inches (854 x 480p)
Storage: 4GB, 32GB microSD card support
Camera: 5MP rear, VGA front
OS: Android 4.4.2
The Xperia E3 and E3 Dual are the most affordable Sony smartphones and don’t offer much. In terms of overall performance they are is unable to match the specs of their rivals in the same category and are not recommended.
Xperia M2 Dual
Price: Rs. 14,500
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
CPU: Quad-Core 1.2Ghz
RAM: 1GB
Display: 4.8-inches (960 x 540p)
Storage: 8GB, 32GB microSD card support
Camera: 8MP rear, VGA front
OS: Android 4.4.4
The Xperia M2 Dual commits the same mistakes of the Xperia E3 and is unable to justify its higher price tag. This smartphone can easily be skipped. Read the Full Review
Xperia C3 Dual
Price: Rs. 19,000
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
CPU: Quad-Core 1.2Ghz
RAM: 1GB
Display: 5.5-inches (1280 x 720p)
Storage: 8GB, 32GB microSD card support
Camera: 8MP rear, 5MP front
OS: Android 4.4.2
The Selfie centric smartphone from Sony does make a case for its existence with its good camera and decent performance. If you don’t mind the higher price tag the Xperia C3 is good selfie phone. Read the Full Review
Xperia Z Ultra
Price: Rs. 19,500
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
CPU: Quad-Core 2.2Ghz
RAM: 2GB
Display: 6.4-inches (1920 x 1080p)
Storage: 16GB, 64GB microSD card support
Camera: 8MP rear, 2MP front
OS: Android 4.4.4
The Xperia Z Ultra is not meant for everyone with its large size but the phablet performs quite well with its Snapdragon 800 SoC. The camera is a bit disappointing though but if you dig big screens and are on a budget, the Z Ultra is recommended. Read the Full Review
Xperia T2 Ultra Dual
Price: Rs. 21,999
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
CPU: Quad-Core 1.4Ghz
RAM: 1GB
Display: 6.0-inches (1280 x 720p)
Storage: 8GB, 32GB microSD card support
Camera: 13MP rear, 1.1MP front
OS: Android 4.4.2
The Xperia T2 Ultra is a newer device than the Xperia Z Ultra but it comes with a less powerful SoC than the one present on the Z Ultra. So, if you are looking for a phablet, the Z Ultra would still be a better choice. Read the Full Review
Xperia ZR
Price: Rs. 22,850
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPU: Quad-Core 1.5Ghz
RAM: 2GB
Display: 4.55-inches (1280 x 720p)
Storage: 8GB, 64GB microSD card support
Camera: 13.1MP rear, VGA front
OS: Android 4.4.2
IP58 Certified
The Xperia ZR, which came alongside the first generation flagship Sony smartphones, offers commendable performance. After Sony announced the Android 5.0 Lollipop update for its entire Z range of smartphones, this became the most affordable Sony smartphone which will upgraded to the latest Android version. But you will find better options in the coming months, so let this one go.
Xperia Z1 Compact
Price: Rs. 24,990
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
CPU: Quad-Core 2.2Ghz
RAM: 2GB
Display: 4.3-inches (1280 x 720p)
Storage: 16GB, 64GB microSD card support
Camera: 20.7MP rear, 2MP front
OS: Android 4.4.4
IP58 Certified
The Z1 Compact is an old phone as well but it stayed true to its name, that is it's the smaller version of the flagship device. Even after almost two years of its existence, the Z1 Compact still packs a punch and the upcoming Android Lollipop update will just add more flair to it. It is a recommendable buy. Read the Full Review
Xperia Z1
Price: Rs. 25,999
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
CPU: Quad-Core 2.2Ghz
RAM: 2GB
Display: 5-inches (1920 x 1080p)
Storage: 16GB, 64GB microSD card support
Camera: 20.7MP rear, 2MP front
OS: Android 4.4.4
IP58 Certified
The bigger version of the Z1 Compact packs the same specs as its smaller cousin but with a better and larger display. At this price and with that camera, the Xperia Z1 is a good buy. Read the Full Review
Xperia Z2
Price: Rs. 33,500
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
CPU: Quad-Core 2.3Ghz
RAM: 3GB
Display: 5.2-inches (1920 x 1080p)
Storage: 16GB, 128GB microSD card support
Camera: 20.7MP rear, 2.2MP front
OS: Android 4.4.2
IP58 Certified
The Xperia Z2 brought a spec bump to the Sony flagship line. While we have no issues recommending this phone, we must add that there are newer and better options available from other OEMs. Read the Full Review
Xperia Z3 Compact
Price: 39,990
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
CPU: Quad-Core 2.5Ghz
RAM: 2GB
Display: 4.6-inches (1280 x 720p)
Storage: 16GB, 128GB microSD card support
Camera: 20.7MP rear, 2.2MP front
OS: Android 4.4.4
IP68 Certified
The latest compact flagship from Sony does come with a higher price tag but if you are looking for flagship like performance in a smaller form-factor the Xperia Z3 Compact is the only option you should consider. Read the Full Review
Xperia Z3
Price: Rs. 43,000
SoC: Qualcomm Snapdragon 801
CPU: Quad-Core 2.5Ghz
RAM: 3GB
Display: 5.2-inches (1920 x 1080p)
Storage: 16GB, 128GB microSD card support
Camera: 20.7MP rear, 2.2MP front
OS: Android 4.4.4
IP68 Certified
The Xperia Z3 brings a superb camera, good performance and a commendable battery life to the table but at a premium price. The phone is currently one of the best phones you can buy right now. Read the Full Review