Searching…

No results — try another term.

Menu

Sony Xperia 1 V phone review — specs and Genze score

Sony Xperia 1 V Specifications

Sony

Released 2023, Jul 28

12 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)

  • 187g, 8.3mm thickness
  • Android 13, up to Android 15
  • 256GB/512GB storage, microSDXC

Views

Genze vs community

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
Battery 9.8
Display 7.7
Performance 8.8
Camera 8.3
Body 7.1
Gaming 8.3
Software 4.4
Connectivity 8.1
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 8/10

Community columns fill in when reviews are approved.

Quick specifications

6.5"

1644x3840 pixels

48MP

2160p

12GB RAM

Snapdragon 8 Gen 2

5000mAh

30W11W

Score breakdown

From specs, price tier & release year

8 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 9.8/10
Display 7.7/10
Camera 8.3/10
Body 7.1/10
Gaming 8.3/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 8.1/10
Sensors 7.2/10
4 nm 3.20 GHz BT 5.3 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2023

Community ratings

Real-world feedback from people who use this device

No approved reviews yet

Be the first to share how it feels in daily use — battery, gaming, heat, updates & value.

Use “Rate this phone” in the hero or here to submit yours.

Full specifications

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, 30, 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, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - USA
??? 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - Asia
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2023, May 11
Status Available. Released 2023, July 28
Dimensions 165 x 71 x 8.3 mm (6.50 x 2.80 x 0.33 in)
Weight 187 g (6.60 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
SIM ?? Nano-SIM + eSIM
?? 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, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020
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 2
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 15
Chipset Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU Adreno 740
Card slot microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot; dual nano-SIM model only)
Internal 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
??? UFS 4.0
Triple 48 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.35", 1.12??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, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.5", dual pixel PDAF
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
Single 12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.25??m
Features HDR
Video 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 5-axis gyro-EIS
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
??? Hi-Res audio

Dynamic vibration system

Snapdragon Sound
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless
Positioning GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, video output
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass
??? Native Sony Alpha camera support
Type Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min

Wireless

Reverse wireless
Colors Black, Khaki Green, Platinum Silver
Models XQDQ62/B, XQ-DQ72, XQ-DQ54
Price ?????399.99 / ??????1,099.99
Performance AnTuTu: 1127931 (v9)

GeekBench: 4916 (v6)

GFXBench: 96fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 936 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -25.4 LUFS (Very good)
Battery Active use score 12:24h
Battery (old) Endurance rating 115h

Sony Xperia 1 V official images

Frequently asked questions

Is Sony Xperia 1 V worth buying in 2026?

Sony Xperia 1 V 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 V good for gaming?

Sony Xperia 1 V 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 V?

Sony Xperia 1 V has a 5,000 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Sony Xperia 1 V have?

Sony Xperia 1 V features a 6.50-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Sony Xperia 1 V water resistant?

Sony Xperia 1 V is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Sony Xperia 1 V have?

Sony Xperia 1 V is available with 12 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Sony Xperia 1 V?

Genze rates Sony Xperia 1 V 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.

Owner reviews

Owner reviews

Sorted by newest. Helpful votes from signed-in readers.

Write a review (1–10 per category)

Tap stars for each category (1–10). One rating per email for this phone.

Battery

Gaming

Camera

Display

Performance

Heating

Media

Software updates

Clean software (no ads)

Value

Log in to mark reviews helpful or delete your review.

No approved reviews yet. Be the first to rate this device.