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Sony Xperia 1 IV Specifications
Sony
Released 2022, Jun 11
12 / 16 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
- 185g, 8.2mm thickness
- Android 12, up to Android 13
- 256GB/512GB storage, microSDXC
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| Category | Genze /10 | Users /10 |
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| Battery | 9.8 | — |
| Display | 7.7 | — |
| Performance | 8.8 | — |
| Camera | 8.3 | — |
| Body | 7.1 | — |
| Gaming | 8.3 | — |
| Software | 4.4 | — |
| Connectivity | 8 | — |
| Sensors | 7.2 | — |
| Software updates | — | — |
| Clean software | — | — |
| Heating | — | — |
| Media | — | — |
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Quick specifications
6.5"
1644x3840 pixels
12MP
2160p
12/16GB RAM
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
5000mAh
30W11W
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Full specifications
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Network
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Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 - Europe | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 - USA | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 - Asia | |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - Europe | |
| ??? | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA | |
| ??? | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - Asia | |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
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Launch
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Announced | 2022, May 11 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2022, June 11 |
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Body
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Dimensions | 165 x 71 x 8.2 mm (6.50 x 2.80 x 0.32 in) |
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| Weight | 185 g (6.53 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame | |
| SIM | ?? Nano-SIM + eSIM ?? 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, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020 |
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| Size | 6.5 inches, 98.6 cm2 (~84.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~643 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | |
| ??? | Runs at 1096 x 2560 pixels except for select use cases |
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Platform
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OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 |
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| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.00 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.50 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | |
| GPU | Adreno 730 |
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Memory
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Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot; dual nano-SIM model only) |
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| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM | |
| ??? | UFS |
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Main Camera
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Triple | 12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.8??m, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.3, 85mm (telephoto), f/2.8, 125mm (telephoto), 1/3.5", dual pixel PDAF, 3.5x-5.2x continuous optical zoom, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 124??, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.5", dual pixel PDAF 0.3 MP, TOF 3D, (depth) |
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| Features | Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking | |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60/120fps HDR, 1080p@30/60/120fps; 5-axis gyro-EIS, OIS |
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Selfie camera
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Single | 12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.25??m |
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| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 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 | Yes | |
| ??? | Hi-Res audio Dynamic vibration system Snapdragon Sound |
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Comms
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WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band or tri-band (region dependent), Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, video output |
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Features
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Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
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| ??? | Native Sony Alpha camera support |
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Battery
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Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
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| Charging | 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min Wireless Reverse wireless |
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Misc
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Colors | Black, Violet, White |
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| Models | XQCT62-B, XQCT54, XQCT54C0V.YD, XQCT54C0B.YD, XQCT54C0W.YD, XQCT54C0V.EEAC, XQCT54C0B.EEAC, XQ-CT72, XQ-CT54, XQ-CT62, SO-51C | |
| Price | ?????359.99 |
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Our Tests
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Performance | AnTuTu: 838832 (v9) GeekBench: 3403 (v5.1) GFXBench: 74fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
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| Display | 602 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | -27.6 LUFS (Good) | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 100h |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sony Xperia 1 IV worth buying in 2026?
Sony Xperia 1 IV is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.
Is Sony Xperia 1 IV good for gaming?
Sony Xperia 1 IV scores 83/100 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 IV?
Sony Xperia 1 IV has a 5,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.
What display size does Sony Xperia 1 IV have?
Sony Xperia 1 IV features a 6.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.
Is Sony Xperia 1 IV water resistant?
Sony Xperia 1 IV is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.
How much RAM does Sony Xperia 1 IV have?
Sony Xperia 1 IV is available with 12 / 16 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.
What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia 1 IV?
Genze rates Sony Xperia 1 IV 8/10 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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