Sony·Flagship · Released Jun 2022
Xperia 1 IV
The first phone with a true continuous optical zoom periscope.
80/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$1,599
Color · Black
Display
6.5" 4K OLED 120 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Memory
12 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
12 MP · f/1.7
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
187 g
AI Snapshot
A pro-camera phone like no other.
Xperia 1 IV debuted the first true continuous optical zoom periscope, a 4K 120 Hz OLED, jack and microSD. Niche, pricey, and beloved by enthusiasts.
Subscores · 0–100
Display88
Camera82
Performance82
Battery76
Build82
Value66
- World-first continuous optical zoom.
- 4K 120 Hz 21:9 OLED.
- Jack + microSD + front stereo.
- 4K 120 fps on every lens.
Full specifications
Type
4K HDR OLED, 120 Hz
Size
6.5 inches (21:9)
Resolution
3,840 × 1,644 px
Main
12 MP, f/1.7, OIS
Telephoto
12 MP, continuous 85-125 mm optical zoom
Ultrawide
12 MP
Selfie
12 MP
Video
4K 120 fps all lenses
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -39.5%
This
980,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -41.4%
This
1,700
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -45.7%
This
4,400
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -35.5%
This
40.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xperia 1 IV released?
The Xperia 1 IV was released in Jun 2022.
What is the Xperia 1 IV screen size and type?
The Xperia 1 IV has a 6.5" 4K OLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Xperia 1 IV use?
The Xperia 1 IV is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xperia 1 IV have?
The Xperia 1 IV ships with 12 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xperia 1 IV battery capacity?
The Xperia 1 IV has a 5,000 mAh battery.
What is the Xperia 1 IV main camera?
The Xperia 1 IV has a 12 MP · f/1.7 main camera.
Does the Xperia 1 IV have 5G?
The Xperia 1 IV supports 5G (Sub-6 + mmWave).
Is the Xperia 1 IV waterproof?
The Xperia 1 IV is rated IP65/IP68 for dust and water resistance.