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Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,390RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.6 inchesMain camera megapixels:20.2 MP

Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

7.2/10

Overall score

Score
7.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 67% of models
Score components

90%

7.2

Technical score

10%

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User score

â–²Better than 67% of smartphones
6.0

Value for money

Value for money
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

3.2

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
7.2

Technical score

Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components

25%

7.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

6.6

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

8.4

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

â–²Better than 68%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £1,390
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 68% of models
Score components:

25%

7.1

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.3

Camera

15%

7.9

Display

15%

6.6

Battery

10%

7.5

Software

10%

8.3

Connectivity

4%

8.4

Audio

3%

7.4

Design

7.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

7.2

Overall score

30%

3.2

Price

6.0
Brand name
Leica
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor which is faster than processors in 75.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.84 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.84 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 68.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 11
Android version
Android 11
This smartphone runs Android version Android 11 which is older than that found in 80.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 8.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
20.2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 20.2 MP which is lower than that of 84.3% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 which is narrower than that of 90.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
116.4 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 116.4 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 98.7% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
2.4 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 2.4 µm which is larger than in 99.9% of smartphones and equal to the size in 0.1% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 1 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.7% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.6 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.6 inches which is smaller than the screens of 62.9% of smartphones and equal to those of 4.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1260x 2730 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1260x2730 px which is higher than that of 81.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
455 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 455 ppi which is higher than that of 86.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
240 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 240 Hz which is higher than in 99.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.3% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
66 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 66 W which is faster than in 67.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
?
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
162 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 162 mm which is shorter than 67.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Width
74 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 74 mm which is narrower than 82.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
9.5 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 9.5 mm which is thicker than 85.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1% of smartphones.
Weight
212 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 212 g which is heavier than 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1% of smartphones.
Device volume
107,892 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 107,892 cm³ which is larger than 79.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
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Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.64x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (116.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    116.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 1.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (2.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2x higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (240 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    240 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 16x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    512 KB vs 32 KB
  • 15.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (455 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    455 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1260x2730 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1260x2730 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • 16x more L1
    This smartphone has more L1 cache than the average smartphone (512 KB vs 32 KB). The average L1 cache is 32 KB.
    512 KB vs 32 KB
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 18.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.84 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.84 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.84 GHz & 3x2.42 GHz & 4x1.8 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 33.3% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (8 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    8 W vs 6 W
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    51.2 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (768 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    768 vs 256
  • 62.6% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,064 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,064 vs 3,115
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2,750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 19% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,014 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,014 vs 2,533
  • 6.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,002 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,002 vs 942
  • 3.64x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (116.4 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    116.4 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • 1.6 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (2.4 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2.4 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has 3D facial recognition
    This smartphone features 3D facial recognition, the average smartphone does not. 4.3% of smartphones support 3D face unlock.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • 2x higher refresh rate
    This smartphone has a higher refresh rate than the average smartphone (240 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone refresh rate is 120 Hz.
    240 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 15.2% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (455 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    455 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1260x2730 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1260x2730 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 1,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 1,000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1,000 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 2 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (74 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    74 mm vs 76 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • 1.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (162 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    162 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (20.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    20.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 5.35x more expensive
    Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,390 vs £260).
    £1,390 vs £260
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • 5.35x more expensive
    Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,390 vs £260).
    £1,390 vs £260
  • 22.1% worse value for money
    Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.01 vs 7.3).
    6.01 vs 7.34
  • 5.44x less popular
    Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 11 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 11 vs Android 14
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (20.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    20.2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (12.6 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    12.6 MP vs 16 MP
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.3 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.3 vs f/2.2
  • 1 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    1 vs 2
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 0.07 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 3 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2021 vs 2024). 3.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    June 2021
    2021 vs 2024
  • 8.1% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (212 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    212 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.2 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (9.5 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    9.5 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 10.3% larger volume
    This smartphone has a larger volume than the average smartphone (107,892 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97,800 cm³.
    107,892 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

4.0
VoloKin Project
≈ estimated
24/07/2024
Long-term test · daily use and software tests
Verdict
Leica Leitz Phone 1 has stable software, but touch prevention makes daily use frustrating.
9.0
ShortCircuit
≈ estimated
14/01/2022
Hands-on review · camera comparison and SIM call test
Verdict
Leica Leitz Phone 1 takes natural-looking photos that suit editing fans, but video is weak.
Overview video
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Not graded yet
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

xda-developers.com
22/07/2021
Hands-on review · Leica camera phone
Verdict
The Leica Leitz Phone 1 is a rebranded Sharp Aquos R6 with plenty of character, suiting Leica fans, but its price is too high for rivals with stronger cameras.
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robbreport.com
19/06/2021
Summary of the review
Leica’s New Leitz Phone 1 Has the Biggest Camera on the Market
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theappwhisperer.com
29/07/2021
Summary of the review
LEITZ PHONE 1 – The first smartphone designed by Leica
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provideocoalition.com
06/12/2021
Summary of the review
Leitz Phone 1: your next Leica may be a smartphone…(www.gizchina.com) | June 17, 2021 | Leica has released the first smartphone under its brand: Leitz...
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smartzone.de
04/08/2021
Summary of the review
Leitz Phone 1: Leica's High-End Smartphone Launches in Japan
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techprincess.it
17/06/2021
Summary of the review
Leitz Phone 1 is Leica's first smartphone
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Large 1-inch image sensor provides a natural, organic photography vibe with realistic colors and bokeh
  • Premium design aesthetics featuring an anodized silver aluminum case and iconic magnetic lens cap
  • Excellent 6.6-inch IGZO OLED display with a high 240Hz refresh rate
  • Includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and expandable storage via microSD slot
  • Smooth performance powered by the Snapdragon 888 processor and near-stock Android experience
  • IP68 dust and water resistance for durability

What customers don't like about Leica Leitz Phone 1 (12GB + 256GB)

  • High price tag, often seen as a premium 'collector's' item rather than a value-driven flagship
  • Camera system lacks ultra-wide and telephoto lenses, relying entirely on digital zoom for closer shots
  • Slow autofocus and noticeable shutter lag compared to mainstream competitors
  • Limited availability, primarily released for the Japanese market, which may include pre-installed bloatware from local carriers
  • Lacks modern features like wireless charging and has relatively slow wired charging speeds
  • Struggles with macro photography, with a minimum focus distance of nearly half a meter

Verdict

The Leica Leitz Phone 1 is a premium smartphone for photography enthusiasts, featuring a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G chipset, a substantial 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of expandable storage. Its primary highlight is the single 20.2MP rear camera with an exceptionally large 1-inch image sensor and f/1.9 aperture, designed to produce images with natural bokeh and a distinctive, authentic "Leica Look," including a dedicated monochrome mode. The device also boasts a stunning 6.6-inch WUXGA+ (1260 x 2730) Pro IGZO OLED display with an adaptive 240Hz refresh rate, a large 5000mAh battery, and an IP68 water and dust resistance rating. A major con is its exclusive availability in Japan and high price point compared to other flagships, and its camera system lacks the versatility of multi-lens setups (e.g., no optical zoom or ultra-wide lens) found on competing devices.

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