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Sony Xperia 1 III Review: The Ultimate 5G Smartphone

Sony Xperia 1 III

The Sony Xperia 1 III (model numbers: XQ-BC62, XQ-BC52, XQ-BC72) is a premium flagship 5G Android smartphone released by Sony Mobile in July 2021. As the successor to the Xperia 1 II, it stands out with a 6.5-inch 4K HDR OLED 120Hz display, a world-first variable telephoto lens (70-105mm optical zoom) with Dual-PD AF, Snapdragon 888 chipset, and Sony Alpha camera integration, targeting content creators, photography enthusiasts, and media lovers seeking flagship-level imaging, display, and audio performance.

Core Specifications

CategoryDetails
Launch & PricingAnnounced April 14, 2021; released July 9, 2021; approx. €1,199 (256GB)/€1,299 (512GB) unlocked
Display6.5-inch 21:9 CinemaWide 4K HDR OLED, 1644×3840 (643 ppi); 120Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling; Mobile BRAVIA Engine, HDR10+, Dolby Vision
Processor & MemoryQualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G (5nm); Adreno 660 GPU; 12GB LPDDR5 RAM; 256/512GB UFS 3.1 storage; microSD up to 1TB
Cameras– Rear Triple: 12MP (24mm wide, f/1.7, OIS, Dual-PD AF, Exmor RS); 12MP (16mm ultra-wide, f/2.2); 12MP variable telephoto (70-105mm, f/2.3-2.8, OIS, Dual-PD AF); 3D iToF sensor; LED flash- Front: 8MP (24mm, f/2.0, 1080p@30fps video)- Features: Photo Pro, Video Pro, Eye AF, object tracking, 4K@120fps/1080p@240fps video
Battery4500 mAh non-removable Li-Po; 30W wired (50% in 30 mins), 11W wireless, 5W reverse wireless charging; PD support
Connectivity5G Sub-6GHz/mmWave (select models), LTE Cat 20, 3G, GSM; Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou; 3.5mm headphone jack, USB-C 3.1 Gen 1Sony
Build & DesignSlate form factor; 165×71×8.2 mm; 186g; Gorilla Glass Victus front/back, aluminum frame; IP65/IP68 water/dust resistance; side-mounted fingerprint, dedicated shutter key
Software & AudioAndroid 11 (upgradable to Android 13); Sony Clear Audio+, 360 Reality Audio, DSEE Ultimate, Dolby Atmos, stereo speakers; Dynamic Vibration SystemSony

Key Features & Market Position

  1. 4K HDR OLED 120Hz DisplayThe 6.5-inch 21:9 CinemaWide panel with 120Hz refresh rate and 10-bit color delivered an immersive viewing experience for movies and gaming, leveraging Sony’s BRAVIA TV tech.
  2. Variable Telephoto LensThe world-first 70-105mm optical zoom telephoto with Dual-PD AF and OIS enabled versatile portrait and telephoto photography, a major flagship differentiator.
  3. Alpha Camera IntegrationPhoto Pro and Video Pro apps offered manual controls, RAW support, and 4K@120fps recording, appealing to users wanting professional camera-like flexibility on a phone.
  4. Premium Audio & DurabilityRetained 3.5mm jack with Hi-Res Audio, LDAC, and Dolby Atmos; IP65/IP68 rating and Gorilla Glass Victus ensured durability for daily useソニー.
  5. Flagship Performance & BatterySnapdragon 888 and 12GB RAM handled intensive tasks; 4500mAh battery with 30W wired/11W wireless charging balanced performance and longevity.

Legacy & Limitations

Legacy

  • It pioneered the variable telephoto lens in flagships, influencing later Xperia 1 series models.
  • Its 4K 120Hz display and Alpha camera integration set a benchmark for media/imaging-focused flagships.
  • Retained a 3.5mm jack, catering to audiophiles and legacy headphone users.

Limitations

High pricing limited its market share against more mainstream flagships.

The Snapdragon 888 chip suffered from overheating under sustained heavy loads, affecting gaming and video recording.

30W wired charging was slower than some competitors’ 65W+ solutions.

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