On Tuesday, the Sony Xperia 1 VII was officially introduced to European consumers. This latest addition to Sony’s Xperia lineup features the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset and is offered in three distinct colors. The device is equipped with an advanced triple rear camera system that leverages technology from Sony Alpha, comprising Exmor T and RS sensors, with the primary camera boasting a 48-megapixel sensor measuring 1/1.35 inches. Additionally, the Xperia 1 VII has a 6.5-inch display that incorporates Sony’s Bravia technology and is powered by a 5,000mAh battery that supports 30W fast charging.
Pricing Details for the Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Sony Xperia 1 VII is priced at GBP 1,399 (approximately Rs. 1,56,700) for the variant featuring 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Buyers can select from the color options of Moss Green, Orchid Purple, and Slate Black. The device is currently available for pre-order across European markets.
Specifications of the Sony Xperia 1 VII
This dual SIM (nano + eSIM) smartphone operates on Android 15, with a commitment from Sony to provide four major OS upgrades and six years of security updates. The 6.5-inch display offers full-HD+ resolution (1,080×2,340 pixels) and features a 120Hz refresh rate along with complete DCI-P3 color gamut coverage and protection from Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Both the front and rear of the device are equipped with light sensors, while the back is also shielded by Gorilla Glass Victus.
Powering the Xperia 1 VII is the Snapdragon 8 Elite mobile platform, complemented by 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, expandable up to 2TB via microSD card.
For photography enthusiasts, the Xperia 1 VII offers a robust triple rear camera configuration that includes a 48-megapixel primary sensor (1/1.3 inches) with a 24mm focal length. This setup is enhanced by a 12-megapixel optical zoom sensor with a range from 85 to 170mm, as well as a 48-megapixel ultra-wide sensor at 16mm, which marks a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the 12-megapixel ultra-wide sensor found on the Xperia 1 VI. The camera capabilities are bolstered by Sony’s renowned Alpha camera technology, allowing for features such as 30 fps AF/AE burst shots and 4K 120fps HDR video recording. A 12-megapixel front-facing camera is also included for selfies.
Audio quality is addressed with components borrowed from the Walkman series, accompanied by stereo speakers that support an array of audio enhancements including LDAC, DSEE, Dolby Atmos, 360 Reality Audio, and Qualcomm aptX adaptive. The device includes a 3.5mm headphone jack, Bluetooth 5, GPS/AGPS, GLONASS, NFC, a USB Type-C port, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity. Biometric security is facilitated through a fingerprint sensor.
For gaming enthusiasts, Sony has integrated features such as Remote Play compatibility, Game Enhancer, FPS Optimiser, and a 240Hz touch scanning rate. The Xperia 1 VII meets IPX5 and IPX8 standards for water resistance and is certified with an IP6X rating for dust resistance.
Similar to its predecessor, the Xperia 1 VI, the new Xperia 1 VII maintains a 5,000mAh battery with 30W fast charging support. In terms of dimensions, the device measures 162x74x8.2mm and weighs 197g.
