Sony·Flagship · Released May 2025
Xperia 1 VII
Sony's 2025 pro flagship — SD8 Elite, jack, microSD, 4K 120fps.
84/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$1,499
Color · Slate Black
Display
6.5" OLED 120 Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Elite
Memory
12 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
48 MP · f/1.9
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
197 g
AI Snapshot
The enthusiast's 2025 flagship.
Xperia 1 VII keeps the headphone jack, microSD and a continuous 70-200 mm optical zoom alive in 2025, paired with the SD8 Elite. A niche pro-camera phone with no real rival for enthusiasts.
Subscores · 0–100
Display88
Camera84
Performance92
Battery80
Build84
Value70
- Continuous 70-200 mm optical zoom.
- Headphone jack + microSD — rare in 2025.
- SD8 Elite + front stereo.
- 4K 120fps on every lens.
Full specifications
Type
OLED, 120 Hz
Size
6.5 inches (19.5:9)
Resolution
2,340 × 1,080 px
Peak brightness
High-Brightness LTPO
Main
48 MP Exmor T, f/1.9, OIS
Telephoto
48 MP, 70-200 mm continuous optical zoom
Ultrawide
48 MP
Video
4K 120fps all lenses
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg +63.6%
This
2,650,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg +6.9%
This
3,100
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg +13.6%
This
9,200
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg +48.4%
This
92.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the Xperia 1 VII released?
The Xperia 1 VII was released in May 2025.
What is the Xperia 1 VII screen size and type?
The Xperia 1 VII has a 6.5" OLED 120 Hz display.
What chipset does the Xperia 1 VII use?
The Xperia 1 VII is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Xperia 1 VII have?
The Xperia 1 VII ships with 12 GB · 256 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Xperia 1 VII battery capacity?
The Xperia 1 VII has a 5,000 mAh battery.
What is the Xperia 1 VII main camera?
The Xperia 1 VII has a 48 MP · f/1.9 main camera.
Does the Xperia 1 VII have 5G?
The Xperia 1 VII supports 5G (Sub-6).
Is the Xperia 1 VII waterproof?
The Xperia 1 VII is rated IP65/IP68 for dust and water resistance.