Overall Score
79.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#32)79.2
Performance(#32)90.1
Camera(#111)57.1
Display(#62)90.0
Battery(#153)81.0
Build(#1214)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia 1 VI
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia 1 VI features a sleek design with a glass front and back, both protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2, and an aluminum frame, measuring 162 x 74 x 8.2 mm and weighing 192 grams.
- Its 6.5-inch LTPO OLED display supports 1 billion colors, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR BT.2020, providing vibrant visuals at a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, it offers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 750 GPU, supported by configurations of 12GB RAM and 256GB or 512GB storage.
- The camera system includes a versatile 48 MP main sensor, dual telephoto lenses, and an ultrawide lens, capable of 4K video recording with advanced stabilization features.
- A 5000mAh battery ensures extended usage, with support for 30W wired and wireless charging.
- Running on Android 14, the device promises up to three major updates, enhancing longevity.
- Connectivity options are extensive, including 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC.
- The Xperia 1 VI also includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack for an enhanced audio experience.
- Available in multiple colors, it combines style with functionality.
- Overall, it is designed for users seeking high-end specifications and features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, May 15
Announced2024, May 15
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.5"
TypeLTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020
Resolution1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm SM8650-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
CPUOcta-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x3.0 GHz Cortex-A720 & 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A520)
GPUAdreno 750
Memory256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera48 MP
Main Camera Details48 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.35", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS12 MP, f/2.3, 85mm (telephoto), f/3.5, 170mm (telephoto), 1/3.5", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, 3.5x-7.1x continuous optical zoom, OIS, 4cm macro @ 120mm, no AF12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.5", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF
Front Camera12 MP
Front Camera Details12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.22µm
Video Recording4K@24/30/60/120fps HDR, 1080p@30/60/120fps; 5-axis gyro-EIS, OIS
Selfie Video4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 5-axis gyro-EIS
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min15W wirelessReverse wireless
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions162 x 74 x 8.2 mm (6.38 x 2.91 x 0.32 in)
Weight192 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack, Platinum silver, Khaki green, Scar red
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM +eSIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth5.4, A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 3.2, OTG, video output
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
OS VersionAndroid 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes