Sony Xperia ZL

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The Sony Xperia ZL is a discontinued high-end Android smartphone manufactured by Sony Mobile. It was released in February 2013 and featured a 5-inch display, 1.5 GHz quad-core processor, and 13-megapixel rear-facing camera.

Sony Xperia ZL Price

At the time of it's release in 2013, March, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Sony Xperia ZL was about 260 EUR.

The retail price of a new or used/second hand Sony Xperia ZL varies widely depending on factors including availability, condition of device, your town or location and market demand. Click here to compare the price of Sony Xperia ZL across different regions, markets and countries.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

What are the features of Sony Xperia ZL?

The Sony Xperia ZL features a 5.0-inch LCD display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of storage, a single-lens rear camera, and a 2,330 mAh battery.

What is the battery capacity of Sony Xperia ZL?

The Sony Xperia ZL has a 2,330 mAh battery.

How to reset or factory restore Sony Xperia ZL device?

A Sony Xperia ZL device can be reset or factory restored to its original settings for a variety of reasons. Here are the most common and recommended ways to do so: 1. Software update Sony releases software updates that may fix bugs or introduce new features. To update your device, go to Settings > About phone > Software information, then select "System updates". If there is an update available, tap on "Download" and "Install". 2. Backup Before resetting your device, it's important to create a backup of all your data. This can be done manually or using the device's built-in backup features. Go to Settings > Backup & reset > Personal information backup, then select "Back up now". You can also backup using a third-party application such as Google Drive or Dropbox. 3. Hard reset A hard reset is when your device starts from scratch, from a boot menu. This is usually reserved as a last resort if other methods have failed. To perform a hard reset, press and hold the Volume Up button and Power button at the same time for 5 seconds, then release both buttons. Your device should start to boot and a boot menu will be displayed. Select "Erase all user data/factory data" and confirm the action. 4. Recovery mode Sony provides a recovery mode for users who need to reset their device from scratch without losing their data. To enter recovery mode, turn on your device and press and hold the Volume Up and Power buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds. Once in recovery mode, use the volume keys to navigate and the power button to select. Select "Back up & restore" and then "Format phone (to delete user data)" and confirm the action. 5. Sony Phone Companion Sony Phone Companion is a PC application that can help you back up your phone and reset it to its factory settings. Download the application from the Sony website and connect your phone to your PC using a USB cable. Back up your data and then reset your device using the software. Be sure to create a backup of all your data before resetting your device, as you will lose all your data when you reset. It is important to note that factory resetting your device will erase all user data, including Installed apps, pixel data, cache, app data, and settings. Therefore, it is recommended to perform a backup of all your data before resetting.

What type of display does Sony Xperia ZL have?

The Sony Xperia ZL has a 5.0-inch LCD display.


Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - C6502, C6503, C6506
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - C6502, C6506
1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20 - C6503
4G bands1, 2, 4, 5, 17 - C6506
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps

Launch

Announced2013, January. Released 2013, March
StatusDiscontinued

Body

Dimensions131.6 x 69.3 x 9.8 mm (5.18 x 2.73 x 0.39 in)
Weight151 g (5.33 oz)
SIMMicro-SIM

Display

TypeTFT
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm2 (~75.6% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~441 ppi density)
ProtectionShatter proof glass

Platform

OSAndroid 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean), upgradable to 5.1.1 (Lollipop)
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8064 Snapdragon S4 Pro
CPUQuad-core 1.5 GHz Krait
GPUAdreno 320

Memory

Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Internal16GB 2GB RAM

Main Camera

Single13 MP, AF
FeaturesLED flash, HDR
Video1080p@30fps, HDR

Selfie camera

Single2 MP
Video1080p@30fps

Sound

LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes

Comms

WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
NFCYes
Infrared portYes
RadioStereo FM radio, RDS
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)

Features

SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer (C6502 only)

Battery

TypeLi-Ion 2370 mAh battery
Stand-byUp to 500 h (2G) / Up to 500 h (3G)
Talk timeUp to 10 h (2G) / Up to 13 h (3G)
Music playUp to 40 h

Misc

ColorsBlack, White, Red
ModelsC6503, C65023, C6506, C6502
SAR0.96 W/kg (head) ย  ย  1.47 W/kg (body)
SAR EU0.63 W/kg (head)
PriceAbout 260 EUR

Tests

DisplayContrast ratio: 1294:1 (nominal) / 2.352:1 (sunlight)
CameraPhoto / Video
LoudspeakerVoice 74dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 82dB
Audio qualityNoise -88.2dB / Crosstalk -88.9dB
Battery lifeEndurance rating 44h

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