Overall Score
73.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#257)73.2
Performance(#421)73.0
Camera(#432)53.4
Display(#61)90.0
Battery(#151)81.0
Build(#1208)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Sony Xperia 1 VII
Short Review
- The Sony Xperia 1 VII features a sleek design with a glass front and back made of Gorilla Glass Victus 2, complemented by an aluminum frame, measuring 162 x 74 x 8.2 mm and weighing 197 grams.
- Its 6.5-inch LTPO OLED display supports 1 billion colors, a 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR BT.2020, delivering vibrant visuals at a resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels.
- Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, it offers robust performance with an octa-core CPU and Adreno 830 GPU, paired with options for 256GB or 512GB of storage and 12GB of RAM.
- 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 supports 30W wired and wireless charging, ensuring long-lasting usage.
- Running on Android 15, the device promises up to four major updates, enhancing its longevity.
- Connectivity options include 5G, Wi-Fi 6e/7, Bluetooth 6.0, and NFC, providing comprehensive wireless capabilities.
- The Xperia 1 VII also features stereo speakers and a headphone jack, catering to audio enthusiasts.
- Available in Moss Green, Orchid Purple, and Slate Black, it combines style with functionality.
- Overall, it stands out for its premium build, impressive display, and advanced camera technology.
Specifications
General
Release Date2025, May 13
Announced2025, May 13
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 SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M)
GPUAdreno 830
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 AF48 MP, f/2.0, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, 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)
Weight197 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMoss Green, Orchid Purple, Slate Black
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
Bluetooth6.0, 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 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
OS VersionAndroid 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes