The Sony Xperia Z1 Compact is a 4.3-inch smartphone with a 720 x 1280 resolution display. It is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor and 2GB of RAM, and has a 20.7MP rear camera and 2.2MP front camera. It runs on Android 4.4 KitKat and is powered by a 2300mAh battery.
Sony Xperia Z1 Compact Price
At the time of it's release in 2014, January, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Sony Xperia Z1 Compact was about 320 EUR.
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)
What is the display size of Sony Xperia Z1 Compact?
4.3 inches
What is the battery capacity of Sony Xperia Z1 Compact?
2300 mAh
How to reset or factory restore Sony Xperia Z1 Compact device?
The Sony Xperia Z1 Compact is a highly popular smartphone which offers users with many advanced features and functionalities. But, there might be instances where users face difficulties while using the device, and may need to reset or factory restore their device. There are many ways to reset or factory restore the Sony Xperia Z1 Compact device, and this tutorial explains the most common and recommended methods for the same: Method 1: Using the Built-in Reset Option 1. Go to Settings on your Sony Xperia Z1 Compact device. 2. Scroll down and select Backup & Reset. 3. You will see an option called Factory Data Reset. Tap on this option. 4. A warning message will pop up, asking you to confirm the reset action. Tap OK to proceed. 5. The device will start the reset process, and it will take some time to complete. Once completed, the device will reboot and you can set it up as a new device. Method 2: Using the Volume Up and Power Button 1. Turn off your Sony Xperia Z1 Compact device. 2. Press and hold the Volume Up button and the Power button together for around 10 seconds. 3. Release both buttons. 4. Use the Volume keys to navigate to Wipe data/factory reset, and press the Power button to select. 5. You will see a confirmation message on the screen. Scroll down with the Volume keys, and press the Power button to select Yes – delete all user data. 6. The reset process will start, and it may take some time to complete. 7. The device will reboot, and you will be able to set it up as a new device. Method 3: Using the Computer Software and Fastboot 1. Connect your Sony Xperia Z1 Compact device to your computer using a USB cable. 2. Download the Sony PC Companion software from the official Sony website. 3. Launch the Sony PC Companion software and select your device from the list of connected devices. 4. Click on the Backup & Restore tab. 5. Click on Factory Data Reset (FDR) to create a backup of your device. 6. The device will shut down automatically, and you will see the bootloader menu on the screen. 7. Use the Volume keys to navigate to Fastboot, and press the Power button to select. 8. Connect your PC to the device’s charger, and enable USB debugging on your device. 9. Open a command prompt on your PC and enter the following command: fastboot erase userdata 10. Wait for the device to be reset and rebooted. 11. You can now set up your device as a new device. These are the most common and recommended methods to reset or factory restore the Sony Xperia Z1 Compact device. Always make a backup of your device before proceeding with any reset or factory restore process to avoid losing any important data.
What is the processor of Sony Xperia Z1 Compact?
2.2 GHz Quad-core processor
Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
|---|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps |
Launch
| Announced | 2014, January. Released 2014, January |
|---|---|
| Status | Discontinued |
Body
| Dimensions | 127 x 64.9 x 9.5 mm (5.0 x 2.56 x 0.37 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 137 g (4.83 oz) |
| Build | Glass front, plastic back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | Micro-SIM |
| IP58 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
Display
| Type | IPS LCD |
|---|---|
| Size | 4.3 inches, 51.0 cm2 (~61.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~342 ppi density) |
| Protection | Shatter proof glass |
| Triluminos display X-Reality Engine | |
Platform
| OS | Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1 (Lollipop) |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 (28 nm) |
| CPU | Quad-core 2.2 GHz Krait 400 |
| GPU | Adreno 330 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|
| Internal | 16GB 2GB RAM |
| eMMC 4.5 | |
Main Camera
| Single | 20.7 MP, f/2.0, 1/2.3", AF |
|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video | 1080p@30fps, HDR |
Selfie camera
| Single | 2 MP |
|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
Comms
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 4.0, A2DP, aptX |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | Stereo FM radio, RDS |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out), OTG, magnetic connector |
Features
| Sensors | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
|---|---|
| ANT+ | |
Battery
| Type | Li-Ion 2300 mAh, non-removable |
|---|---|
| Stand-by | Up to 670 h (2G) / Up to 600 h (3G) |
| Talk time | Up to 10 h (2G) / Up to 18 h (3G) |
| Music play | Up to 94 h |
Misc
| Colors | Black, White, Pink, Lime |
|---|---|
| Models | 550, SO-02F |
| SAR | 1.43 W/kg (head) 1.00 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 0.74 W/kg (head) 0.73 W/kg (body) |
| Price | About 320 EUR |
Tests
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1819 (nominal), 1.772 (sunlight) |
|---|---|
| Camera | Photo / Video |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 60dB / Noise 58dB / Ring 66dB |
| Audio quality | Noise -91.7dB / Crosstalk -41.7dB |
| Battery life | Endurance rating 65h |
