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Sony Xperia 1 phone review — specs and Genze score

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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Category Genze /10 Users /10
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
Genze total: 6.5/10

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Quick specifications

6.5"

1644x3840 pixels

12MP

2160p

6GB RAM

Snapdragon 855

3330mAh

18W

Score breakdown

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6.5 /10
Performance 6.8/10
Battery 6.5/10
Display 7/10
Camera 8.1/10
Body 6.8/10
Gaming 6.9/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 2.5/10
Sensors 7.2/10
7 nm 2.84 GHz BT 5.0 2019

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE
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
Announced 2019, February 25. Released 2019, May 30
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 167 x 72 x 8.2 mm (6.57 x 2.83 x 0.32 in)
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
??? IP65/IP68 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Type OLED, HDR BT.2020
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
OS Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11
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
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only
Internal 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM
??? UFS 2.1
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
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
Single 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12??m
Features HDR
Video 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS)
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? Hi-Res audio

Dynamic vibration system
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.1, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
Type Li-Ion 3330 mAh, non-removable
Charging 18W wired, PD2.0
Colors Black, Gray, Purple, White
Models J8110, J8170, J9110, J9150, SOV40, SO-03L
Price About 500 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 356734 (v7), 418206 (v8)

GeekBench: 10985 (v4.4), 2753 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
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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