Xperia Z3 & Galaxy Note 4 – The Two Front-runners

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With almost a simultaneous launch, both the Sony Xperia Z3 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 are the top of the line devices from their respective lineup. We take a quick look at both of their specs and see where each company is targeting their current front-runners.

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Sony Xperia Z3
Samsung Galaxy Note 4
5.2-inch Triluminous display (1920 x 1080)5.7-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED display (2560 x 1440)
424ppi513ppi
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
2.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 quad-core processor2.7GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 quad-core processor
1.9GHz Exynos 5433 octa-core (1.9GHz quad + 1.3GHz quad-core) processor
Adreno 330 GPUAdreno 420 GPU / Mali-T760 GPU
3GB RAM3GB RAM
16GB/32GB internal storage32GB internal storage
up to 128GB via microSDup to 64GB via microSD
20.7-megapixel rear camera w/ f/2.0, 1/2.3-type Exmor RS sensor at ISO 1280016-megapixel rear camera w/ OIS & LED flash
2.2-megapixel front camera3.7-megapixel front camera, f/1.9 aperture
4G LTE, HSPA+4G LTE, HSPA+
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/acWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
NFCNFC
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DPBluetooth 4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE
IR LED
GPS, GLONASSGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
USB 2.0, MHL 3, USB OTGUSB 2.0, MHL
S Pen stylus
water- and dust-proofFingerprint sensor, heart rate monitor
3,100mAh battery3,220mAh battery
Android 4.4 KitKatAndroid 4.4.4 KitKat
146 x 72 x 7.3 mm153.5 x 78.6 x 8.5 mm
163 grams176 grams

Sony’s Xperia Z3 is more of an improvement to the Z2 rather than an entirely new and better handset. It’s got a faster processor, better camera (wider angle), and an overall lighter form factor. Although that may be the case, the Xperia lineup has always been an impressive device to begin with – you have NFC connectivity, a very capable 20.7-megapixel camera with proprietary lens technology, and most importantly a body able to withstand water and dust for the active individuals (or clumsy).

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We still think a significant number of consumers looking for a hardy phablet will consider buying the Xperia Z3 if they plan to upgrade.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4, however, introduces something new to the table. It now touts a Quad HD display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 compared to its predecessor with 1920 x 1080 pixels. As of now, the Note 4 is the only device that can be used with the company’s Gear VR which functions somewhat like an Oculus Rift but with Samsung’s phablet. There’s also the fingerprint scanner and heart rate monitor for the health-conscious.

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In addition, its multi-window feature speeds tasks while its proprietary S Pen also promises better performance — perfect for multi-taskers that are always on-the-go.

Want more of this phablet? Check out The Evolution of the Galaxy Note!

 

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Xperia Z3 to arrive August with Snapdragon 805 CPU?

With the Z2 just released a few months ago, information about a newer Sony Xperia Z3 was said to be leaked with an alleged photo of its frame and some specs. The report states that an August release might be in line for the said device. Read more about its details after the jump.

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The rumored Xperia Z3 is said to come with a Full HD display (1920 x 1080 screen resolution) with unspecified size. It should also sport the new Snapdragon 805 processor from Qualcomm that’s clocked at a speedy 2.7GHz accompanied by 3GB of RAM. Imaging-wise, the Z3 is equipped with the same 20.7-megapixel rear camera with f/2.0, ½.3 – type Exmos RS sensor.

There’s also something to note about the make of its metal frame (pictured above). It is said to be coated with PVD (stands for Physical Vapor Deposition) that “makes it more corrosion resistant, stronger, and scratch-proof” than the previous Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z2. This way, it is also more environment-friendly.

Along with those specs, we could also be seeing the new smartphone as early as August – just months after the Xperia Z2 was released locally.

So far, this is all we got on the Xperia Z3. Just remember, though, that all these are still to be confirmed.

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Sony Xperia Z3 to arrive August with Snapdragon 805 processor?

With the Z2 just released a few months ago, information about a newer Sony Xperia Z3 was said to be leaked with an alleged photo of its frame and some specs. The report states that an August release might be in line for the said device. Read more about its details after the jump.

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The rumored Xperia Z3 is said to come with a Full HD display (1920 x 1080 screen resolution) with unspecified size. It should also sport the new Snapdragon 805 processor from Qualcomm that’s clocked at a speedy 2.7GHz accompanied by 3GB of RAM. Imaging-wise, the Z3 is equipped with the same 20.7-megapixel rear camera with f/2.0, ½.3 – type Exmos RS sensor.

There’s also something to note about the make of its metal frame (pictured above). It is said to be coated with PVD (stands for Physical Vapor Deposition) that “makes it more corrosion resistant, stronger, and scratch-proof” than the previous Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z2. This way, it is also more environment-friendly.

Along with those specs, we could also be seeing the new smartphone as early as August – just months after the Xperia Z2 was released locally.

So far, this is all we got on the Xperia Z3. Just remember, though, that all these are still to be confirmed.

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