iPhone 6s vs Sony Xperia Z2: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 6s
Sony Xperia Z2
Too close to call: 0 of 7 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie6060
- CameraTie6868
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie4040
- BatteryTie5858
- DisplayTie6262
- ConnectivityTie4545
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie6868
- Sony Xperia Z2 has the bigger battery3,200 mAh vs 1,715 mAh
- Sony Xperia Z2 charges faster10W vs 5W
- Sony Xperia Z2 has a sharper main camera20.7 MP vs 12 MP
- Sony Xperia Z2 has the bigger screen5.2" vs 4.7"
- iPhone 6s is lighter143 g vs 163 g
- iPhone 6s launched cheaper$649 vs $700
- iPhone 6s has a sharper selfie camera5 MP vs 2.2 MP
- iPhone 6s has newer Bluetooth4.2 vs 4
- Sony Xperia Z2 has more RAM3 GB vs 2 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄iPhone 6s and Sony Xperia Z2 are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 6s for its lighter body (143 g vs 163 g) and lower launch price ($649 vs $700), or the Sony Xperia Z2 for its bigger battery (3,200 mAh vs 1,715 mAh) and faster charging (10W vs 5W).
Lighter: 143 g vs 163 g (20 g less)
Larger battery: 3,200 mAh vs 1,715 mAh · Larger display: 5.2" vs 4.7"
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 6s or Sony Xperia Z2?
It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 6s for its lighter body (143 g vs 163 g) and lower launch price ($649 vs $700), or the Sony Xperia Z2 for its bigger battery (3,200 mAh vs 1,715 mAh) and faster charging (10W vs 5W). BeastScore: iPhone 6s 62.8/100, Sony Xperia Z2 62.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 6s and Sony Xperia Z2?
iPhone 6s has a 4.7-inch display and 1715 mAh battery. Sony Xperia Z2 has a 5.2-inch display and 3200 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 6s and Sony Xperia Z2 compare for speed?
iPhone 6s scores 60/100 for performance; Sony Xperia Z2 scores 60/100.
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