Sony Xperia XZ Premium (2017)
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Still solid after 3.5 years – Used this phone for almost 3.5 years and can't fault it except for support from Sony (they pulled away from the Australian mobile market). It is very well designed though difficult to hold and use with one hand only, which is stupid to try anyway because you're likely to drop it. Overall it's been very reliable and I still continue to use it… Read more
everyday. The battery life used to last me two days, now it's only just a day. The finger print sensor never failed me and the bordered design protects the screen from drops and from accidental app activation (like I experience in trying out friend's phones). Sony's 3D scanner app is cool, can't forget that.
It's disappointing that Sony only supported one Android update and kept slowly dropping app support. The phone would have been made a little better if it had automatic night mode to yellow/orange light and if it had double tap to show the lock screen (like my previous Nokia had).
Premium product & former flagship phone – I purchased this phone a few months after release. Good clear screen, great battery life, plenty of storage, easy to personalise & set up.. Solid build, feels good in the hand. Good responsive screen. Even now few years later smooth scrolling. Fast download. Plays all types of files.. Camera works very well with more features than I kniw how to… Read more
use.
Negaitives: Small R.A.M. & though has great speaker quality, volume can often disappoint.
Over all when purchaed 9.5/10 Today still a solid 8/10
Worst phone I have ever owned in my entire life – I was very pleased to upgrade my previous sony Xperia Z3 to this one as I had really enjoyed using it. It seemed ok within the first 6 months but then problems began to occur. The proximity sensor would leave my phone flashing from black screen to open screen constantly during phone calls, often ending calls abruptly mid conversation. Having to… Read more
use the keypad to input number selections from phone prompts became a nightmare as the phone would go black anytime it sensed your finger was even remotely close to typing a key. I could make the screen go black just by moving my finger anywhere near it.
The fingerprint sensor barely ever worked to the point that I just would manually have to open the phone each time.
The media volume with earphones in was absolutley pathetic. I've heard ants talk louder than this things volume output.
Quite often the phone would not even boot up on trying to open it, I would just have to sit and wait until it eventually felt like kicking into life. The battery would then take a massive hit to it's life each time this happened. This would also occur quit often after charging.
In the end I bit the bullet and paid out my contract with my provider, they gave me a partial discount, and there is a dumpy hammer i've been shining up to use, waiting for when my new phone arrives to smash this irritating piece of rubbish into a thousand pieces.
In-depth reviews
Easily the best phone I've ever had – Full disclosure - I've tried every major brand of mobile phone, as I love new tech - started on Nokia, moved to Motorola, then LG, to NEC, to Blackberry. Then I owned/upgraded every Apple iPhone model, and was very brand-loyal from 2007 to 2012, but social pressure had me switch to a Samsung Galaxy S5. I loved the Samsung Galaxy phones purely for… Read more
their superior camera, plus Android-OS makes Apple a joke. I upgraded/owned various Samsungs from 2012-2018 and (with the exception of trying a Google Pixel for three weeks in 2017) never thought I'd leave the brand... however...
I was first recommended the Sony Xperia range in 2015, and purchased a XZ Premium early 2018 for some key reasons: didn't like the dimensions of the Samsung Galaxy S9+, the Note's are too big, couldn't afford the S9+, and the newest Samsung release didn't "wow" me since their latest model.
After using the SONY Xperia XZ Premium for 6 months now, I'm honestly a little annoyed at myself for never switching earlier!! This phone is INSANE. Legit the best phone I've ever had.
The XZ-Premium is: incredibly user-friendly; mine - I've been able to customise everything from text tones to wallpaper animations; the best hardware camera available for a smartphone; comfortable & easy one-handed use - perfect dimensions; fantastic on battery - I get a whole day use despite (and I'm sad to say) that I almost live on my phone; the only phone with 4K screen display; cheap, only $700 outright!!
Considering all the AMAZING hardware packed into this phone - legit best screen AND camera on the market - it should be wayyyyy more expensive. But here you're NOT paying for the Apple/Samsung name - YAY!
The only annoying thing about this phone - it's "rare". Meaning that finding screen protectors & cases in your local store is actually impossible. Trust me, I've tried everywhere. Before you purchase, jump on eBay and grab your tempered screen glass protector and a protective case - if you need those things.
Otherwise... you're welcome!
Very good phone but – I am fond of Sony phones, they are advanced, functional and stylish. The last one I had was and M4 Acqua and besides it's memory issues it functioned quite well. This new one does as well. However when the screen cracked I found it was not just replacing the glass but the whole screen had to be replaced. Perhaps this issue is something I should… Read more
have looked into but the replacement screen has a trouble with its near field sensor and then issues with the phone started again. So although it is a great phone and functions well it has some drawbacks which are not deal breakers.
December 5th 2018 Update: Good phone, just an issue or two.
This phone is fairly great. The camera is excellent, the memory, screen and the life of the battery are all above expectation. However there is one drawback. When you cracked the glass it is the whole screen that is replaced. No cheap task, almost half the cost of the full phone. The last Sony I used had memory and storage issues. I am going to thourghly research my next phone, it seems there is always a sizable issue.
A very slick phone – This is a great phone, very slick, it feels smooth in the hands... It has some great features, a great camera, and a very nice screen... On the whole, it's as good as any other marque phone... But a few niggling things about it; 1) The auto-rotate is way too sensitive, and occasionally even gets stuck in landscape mode. 2) The screen is… Read more
sometimes un-responsive to touch inputs.
3) The front-facing speakers, although a great concept, are just nowhere near loud enough...
The good;
1) The extra bezels are such a great thing to have, as it makes the phone easier to handle, and pick up, without inadvertently touching the edge of the screen... And Sony have designed it in such a beautiful way, that it still looks great...
2) The rear camera is flush-mounted, and has a ring around it that is slightly raised, helping protecting the lens from scratches when the phone is laid on a flat surface... Something that most phones don't seem to think about...
3) The power button/fingerprint sensor, this works amazingly well on this phone, the best I've used so far...
Positive reviews
Does it all – Comfortable in the hand, fast responsive, brilliant graphics, great screen. Strong connectivity, simple to use. I've yet to have a troublesome isdue with an app due to phone issue.. Camera is simple to use or if your into it has the bells n whistles. Volume is satisfactory for most uses. Though in noisy places can be hard to hear load speaker. Show details
Very Solid Performance the XZ Premium – Have owned the xz now for 16months.Solid build. Fantastic Screen quality. Fast browsing but sound quality OK but could be better. Camera is very good, love this phone. Would recommend this as the battery can last me up to 3-4 days with moderate use. Better than my previous Samsung phones. The only problem l had was the volume when very low for a week. But was fixed with a reboot. Show details
Brilliant and Efficient – I have had this phone for a year now and I really love it. Never thought I would say that after owning a iPhone for many years, but it's been a joy to use. Show details
Negative reviews
Do not buy this phone!! – After 18 months this phone encountered battery charging problems. Initially it wouldn't charge fully then stopped charging altogether. I tried the software resets as advised on the Internet without success.I sent it back to be repaired but the problem wasn't resolved as it continued to have problems charging. In addition the selfie camera stopped… Read more
working and the earphone jack malfunctions continually ( no it's not a cable problem). The volume for Google directions is barely audible despite all volume controls at max. I am looking forward to moving on. This phone is a dud. Don't say you weren't warned.
Low sound performance – -Low sound performance compared to other phones(Samsung, Apple, Huawei,...) -Had a problem with the original headphone, everytime it moves, the played music, video, or whatever plays on the phone stops. - White marks on the sides of the screen after falling down or strong pressure on the screen. - Easy for some apps to send pop-up ads - difficulties to manage the apps icons - Good browsing performance. - Good and big screen -Stylish Show details
Decent phone with a few issues – Initially upon getting this phone, I was very much in love. The phone itself is smooth and attractive, the battery life was solid, I had no issues playing games of mixed specs, and the performance was extremely smooth. The camera itself was also of quite good quality. Over time, however, my opinion has changed somewhat due to a few factors.… Read more
Firstly, the performance and the battery have both dropped off a certain extent, and have happened surprisingly quick for a newish phone. At times the battery seems to drain much faster than other times also. Performance-wise, it is mostly fine, however, it does tend to freeze up a bit, and apps crash on a more frequent basis than should be expected. Overall, however, the phone still suits me well, and is a good device, especially for those looking for a larger phone.
Recent reviews
Large Phone with Outstanding Display and Cameras – The design is modern and unique, very sharp and contemporary. It is large and a little heavy but you do feel its quality. The 4K display is a gem, but could be bigger considering its size. Rear camer is 19MP with slightly wider angle, taking very awesome pictures and videos, but the auto focus is not as fast as Samsung. The frone facing camera is… Read more
a must for every selfie lovers or vloggers, 13MP and 22mm wide angle plus great stabilisation. Only downside is the rear camera doesn't have as good stabilisation as Samsung, and the size of this phone struggles to be mounted on a gimbal.
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Disappointed after little over one year – The sad thing is that this phone ran smoothly for about a year and once the warranty expired surprise surprise the issues starting arising. First there were problems with the call audio, then it started overheating. Now it won't even start it up now. I bought this phone partly to be cost efficient, but end up costing me 900AUD for a year!! I'll be staying away from Sony phones. Show details
Good, Not Great – I find the camera quality to be quite poor, photos don't turn out very well. Sound on the phone is also quite poor unless listening through headphones. The screen quality when watching Netflix on here is fantastic. Relatively good battery life. Only OK, not the phone for me at all. Show details
Audio recorder feature is not there and lack of great quality photos – The phone lacks clicking better quality photos compared to any other mobile phone. Also, there is no audio recorder available on the phone. The only one is on WhatsApp App, I can use. Sony is well known for its music sound but this feature is weak on this handset. Can do better. Show details
Fantastic phone! – The camera on this phone is amazing, has HD video and 22 megapixel photos plus a 4k screen! What more could you ask for when taking photos and videos? The phone is much like a Samsung or similar to use so going from one brand to this is easy. The quality of the phone is what you would expect from SONY! Has no trouble running apps or browsing the web and call quality is exceptional. You won't be disappointed with this phone! Show details
Love my Xperia – This is the second Xperia for me and I am totally satisfied, it does everything you want and more and the camera is fantastic, I can get through 2 days without charging, the customer service help is also very good, I thoroughly recommend this phone, I use the dual sim function and have loaded a 59gb sim to store all my music. Show details
Pretty good phone – Great phone. My only issue has been with the alarms - they can't be set to go for under 5mins, and they don't autostop after an amount of time. I've been driving and had an alarm go off - had to stop to turn it off otherwise it would've just gone for the full 5 mins. From what I remember this wasn't the case with my LG G4. Battery life is great, and being able to add a microSD card means not having to worry about running out of space. Show details
Sony Success – Upgraded to this phone from an earlier Sony and I have found several positives. The quality of the camera is a pleasant surprise, photos are clear and can be printed and enlarged without losing clarity. Movies can be made of photos and the editing is easy. Internet browsing is fast with easy connection. Overall I really like this phone, so much that I refused to upgrade my plan to a newer model this month! Show details
Strong performance – The phone has a strong performance and battery life. Unlike previous phones, I can easily get through the day of using Facebook, texting, calls and games without having to charge my phone. Photo quality is high and predictive capture is great when trying to get a photo of the kids. Show details
i love it – its very easy to use , I love texting with it , takes clear photos , apps run great , the display is beautiful , checking sports results , I love using the google , the phone is nice and light , I love the ring tone , I only have to charge it about 2 or 3 times a week Show details
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Stable and battery is good – Brought this new mobile phone earlier this year. Very happy about the performance. It’s stable and the battery can last longer than the old model Xperia Z. It got all the popular functionality, and the photos took by the phone were clear and colourful. And it’s kind of splash proof. The defect is no radio. Show details
Not Complicated – The most easy to use Smart Phone Ive had next to the Samsung Note. I was due to update my contract, didn't want to go with Apple and the new Note wasnt out yet so I went with the Sony Xperia. It's sleek, bright, thin enough to keep in your purse. The only thing that is a little annoying is trying to find the unlock/activation button in a hurry… Read more
(its on the side) and this is from being used to a central front button. I like Sony products as a whole, so more than happy with this phone.
Trouble with new ohone – The phone freezes constantly and is a pain most of the time besides that it has countless ads that pop up when i am trying to do something else on it! what can i do to rectify the situation as it is very annoying. Please help me find a solution to the problems! Show details
Good, dependable phone – Owned since April 2018. Pretty good performer so far. The camera is high quality, though the slo-motion capability is a bit of a gimmick. No issues so far. I was going to buy an LG, but JB Hi Fi convinced me to buy the Sony based on its superior build. No regrets at this stage. Show details
Excellent Sony Phone AMAZING CAMERA – The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is an amazing phone it is stylish, you will find most mobile stores recommend this model of the Xperia mobiles as the Camera at 21mp takes amazing photographs and the Sony UI is a pleasure to use. You can play games comfortably on it without lag due to the Snapdragon processor and the battery life is unbelievable it will slow charge over night and leave you with a complete day of use. It is purely an incredible phone. Show details
Excellent phone – This phone is great. It has a bright screen, easy to use, you can personalise using different home screens downloaded from Google Play. It is strong but it is slippery. It has slipped off varying surfaces without being touched and unfortunately the last time was onto bitumen which cracked the to corner of the screen. It is still fully usable except under water. If you want a phone that is not Samsung or iPhone then get one of these. Show details
Hopefully I'll be able to use this for a good 5 years – After 4 or so years with my old HTC One M7, it was time for a change. I chose this phone because of the snapdragon processor and battery life above all else (and it comes in pink!) and I'm a fan of all the other attributes. I didn't know a fingerprint scanner was so convenient until I set it up! It's still snappy, and the screen display is beautiful. I think it will be a good phone for a long time. Show details
Love this phone! – I've always been a fan of the Sony Xperia series and been waiting to upgrade my Xperia Aqua M4 to another Xperia model. The camera is great, so much better than the M4 and I can now finally take great photos without hulking around a giant camera. The only downside I have with the XZ Premium is the size of it. It's slim and a great design but it's… Read more
quite big, bigger than my previous phone so using the keyboard with one hand is a little bit trickier unless you have bigger hands.
excellent camera and music performance – excellent camera which has more fun too play around and sound quality is very very good, with long battery support.not like other phone-operation is fast along with battery drainage is also fast too. Screen clarity it is claimed itself 4k, indeed it is clear event zoom but not really shocking. of course, if compare to iphone 5 or galaxy 7 , it is amazing. Show details
Awesome Phone – This phone really is awesome, the screen is one of the best you can get on a smart phone (may even be the best), its full 4K and its beautiful, I love the fact that the battery life is great too, ive tried other phones Samsung, LG etc and this just feels better than them all. Highly recommend. Show details
Incredible improvement on previous Xperia devices! – Compared to the two previous Xperia phones I've had (z3 & z5) this is definitely the wanted improved upgrade. The battery life is finally something to be happy about and will last a good day and a half with minimal usage. The battery temperature issue in older versions seems to also have been fixed. 3 hours of continuous usage and it has yet to… Read more
overheat on me.
It comes with all the usual loved features of Sony devices but it's improved phenomenonly. Nothing negative to say !
Sharp screen and amazing camera! – Perfect size for everyday use, photo quality still blows my mind after 6 months and the 4K display is a dream. Snappy processor, plenty of RAM and friendly user interface with an accurate fingerprint ID unlock feature. Recommended for anyone who values a quality product. Cons: Needs wireless charging option desperately but still functional without. Show details
Excellent Phone – Phone looks amazing. Very fast and responsive. Great 4K screen and fingerprint sensor works very well. The bezels don't bother me at all (I actually hate the design of bezeless phones), but some might find them a bit big. A Tad expensive for the price, but can easily find a good price in a sale. Show details
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