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Sony Xperia 1 Specifications
Previously known as Sony Xperia XZ4
Sony
Released 2019, Feb 25
6 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm)
- 178g, 8.2mm thickness
- Android 9.0, up to Android 11
- 64GB/128GB storage, microSDXC
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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).
| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 6.5 | — |
| Display | 7 | — |
| Performance | 6.8 | — |
| Camera | 8.1 | — |
| Body | 6.8 | — |
| Gaming | 6.9 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 2.5 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.5"
1644x3840 pixels
12MP
2160p
6GB RAM
Snapdragon 855
3330mAh
18W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 | |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat19 1600/150 Mbps |
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Launch
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Announced | 2019, February 25. Released 2019, May 30 |
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| Status | Discontinued |
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Body
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Dimensions | 167 x 72 x 8.2 mm (6.57 x 2.83 x 0.32 in) |
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| Weight | 178 g (6.28 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
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| ??? | IP65/IP68 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
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Display
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Type | OLED, HDR BT.2020 |
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| Size | 6.5 inches, 98.6 cm2 (~82.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~643 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 | |
| ??? | Runs at 1096 x 2560 pixels except for select use cases Triluminos display X-Reality Engine |
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Platform
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OS | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) | |
| GPU | Adreno 640 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only |
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| Internal | 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS 2.1 |
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Main Camera
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Triple | 12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4??m, predictive dual pixel PDAF, 5-axis OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0??m, predictive PDAF, 2x optical zoom, 5-axis OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0??m |
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| Features | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking | |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30fps HDR, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS), 1080p@960fps |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12??m |
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| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS) |
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Sound
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Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
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| 3.5mm jack | No | |
| ??? | Hi-Res audio Dynamic vibration system |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Ion 3330 mAh, non-removable |
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| Charging | 18W wired, PD2.0 |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, Gray, Purple, White |
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| Models | J8110, J8170, J9110, J9150, SOV40, SO-03L | |
| Price | About 500 EUR |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 356734 (v7), 418206 (v8) GeekBench: 10985 (v4.4), 2753 (v5.1) GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
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| Display | 665 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | -26.7 LUFS (Good) | |
| Audio quality | Noise -93.6dB / Crosstalk -85.2dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 79h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia 1 worth buying in 2026?
Sony Xperia 1 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.5/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Sony Xperia 1 good for gaming?
Sony Xperia 1 scores 69/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.
What is the battery capacity of Sony Xperia 1?
Sony Xperia 1 has a 3,330 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Xperia 1 have?
Sony Xperia 1 features a 6.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Sony Xperia 1 water resistant?
Sony Xperia 1 is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Sony Xperia 1 have?
Sony Xperia 1 is available with 6 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia 1?
Genze rates Sony Xperia 1 6.5/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.
Where do these specifications come from?
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.
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