Testseek.co.uk have collected 433 expert reviews of the Sony Xperia Z5 and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Xperia Z5.
October 2015
(82%)
433 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(76%)
143 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Great design and finish
Good camera performance
Fingerprint scanner
Beautifully designed
Great HD screen
Amazing 23MP camera with fun
Unique features
Excellent general performance
No overheating problems
I love the new design. It's a great improvement on the clear glass back and sharp edges of the Xperia Z2. The Z5 is lighter
It's thinner
And the frosted glass back is nothing short of gorgeous. I think it's up in the realms of the Galaxy S6 and iPhone 6
The Sony Xperia Z5 looks good
Has plenty of power
Its camera can take some great snaps and it won't die when you spill your drink on it
New revised design
Improved camera
New fingerprint sensor
Improved sound quality
Good fingerprint scanner
Sharp photos
Crisp
Rich picture
Fast operational speed
Great camera
Speedy fingerprint scanner
Long battery life
Excellent camera
Brilliant screen
Attractive design
Fast fingerprint scanner
Waterproof
Expandable storage
Good size
Quad HD screen
Camera
Slick fingerprint sensor
Better battery
Waterproof design
Frosted glass back
Great battery life
The editors didn't like
Can get hot
Software slow
Battery life isn't as good as it was in older devices
No major updates over the Xperia Z3+
It still gets too hot – the Xperia Z3+ was unbearable and though this is much better it's still not good enough. Playing a game for an hour shouldn't make the phone unholdable
And Sony needs to rethink the processor for the Xperia Z6
I really would have
Only minor updates from its predecessor means it lacks the excitement of its rivals. Its waterproofing no longer allows for full submersion
Meaning it can't be used for underwater photography
Published: 2015-12-11, Author: Joseph , review by: whistleout.com.au
Sturdy, solid Sony design, More powerful, with more RAM, compared with previous models, Clean, easy to use user interface, Decent camera
Mostly identical to older, now cheaper, Xperia phones, Fingerprint scanner is a bit flaky
The Sony Xperia Z5 is exactly what we expect from a Sony flagship: nothing more, nothing less. There's enough power onboard to make for smooth, seamless operation, and the camera is good. For better or worse, if you've seen any Sony Xperia Z model release...
Beautifully designed and built; One of the most water resistant phones out there; Excellent camera (when it loads); Still supports upgradeable memory; Can be used to control a PlayStation 4; Supports a fingerprint sensor for enhanced security; Location of
Phone can get a little warm; Battery won't hit two days (as advertised) even with Stamina mode; Camera takes longer to load up than it should; Fingerprint sensor won't touch wet fingers; Bugs;
Because of the bugs and battery life, it's hard to fall in love with the Z5 the same way we did with last year's Z3. Perhaps when they're ironed out, we'll find a phone that has the goods to really take on the competition, but until then, it feels a littl...
The Sony Xperia Z5 looks good, has plenty of power, its camera can take some great snaps and it won't die when you spill your drink on it
Only minor updates from its predecessor means it lacks the excitement of its rivals. Its waterproofing no longer allows for full submersion, meaning it can't be used for underwater photography
Even with strong specs befitting a high-end phone, the Sony Xperia Z5 adds little over its predecessor to make it an exciting option over rivals like the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge...
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Published: 2015-10-18, Author: Ray , review by: itwire.com
This is a very good phone but it is not necessarily any better than the iPhone 6s/Plus, Samsung Galaxy S6 series, or the LG G4. Most international reviews compare it favourably with Samsung S6 series, LG G4, Moto X Play/Style, and iPhone 6s/Plus. Techr...
Abstract: The Sony Z5 smartphone. Photo: Peter WellsThe Xperia Z5 and Compact are essentially the same phone in two different sizes, small and medium. A larger Z5 Premium is coming in November, but that's for another article.There are a few small differences betwee...
Published: 2015-10-10, Author: Chris , review by: ausdroid.net
Abstract: The Xperia Z5 isn't yet released in the Australian market, and Sony is making some bold claims about the quality of its camera, and not without good cause; the camera can produce some amazing results, but is it really the market leader? Last night in Sydn...
Abstract: With almost all Android manufacturer's user interface overlays starting to melt in to one homogenous, stock-like Android experience, it's becoming harder and harder for flagship handsets to stand out. They're all offering much the same experience, so it s...
Great camera, Excellent battery life, Solid design
Heats up a lot, Mixed performance from processor, Display could be better
The Sony Xperia Z5 will retail for just shy of R12 000 depending on your retailer, and for that price you get a smartphone that should be great based on its specifications, but ultimately falls short of expectation. Perhaps the Z5's saving grace is its 23...
Great Build Quality and Attractive Design, Great Camera Performance, Dual-SIM 4G LTE Support, microSD Card Slot, Buttery Smooth Video Stabilization at 1080p 30fps, Fast and Responsive Fingerprint Sensor, Good Music Quality and App, Waterproof
Average Loudspeaker Performance, Battery Life Below Expectations,
The Sony Xperia Z5 is a really capable smartphone and a worthy successor not just to the Z3 but to the Z3+ as well. It may not break free from Sony's design language and that is probably one of the reasons why it may go unnoticed. But it is every bit a fl...
Classy Appearance, Bright and Vivid Screen, Snappy Performance, IP68 Certified, Good Camera
Bit of Heating Issue, Oddly Placed Volume Rocker
Love it or Hate it- Xperia Z series smartphones have been successful in impressing us. The series might have gone through some hiccups lately but the latest release- Sony Xperia Z5 Dual is a wonderful upgrade from previous smartphones. There is nothing mu...
