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Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£1,060RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.5 inchesMain camera megapixels:12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.8 MP

Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 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.

Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 256GB)
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 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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Score components

90%

6.8

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

â–²Better than 60% of smartphones
6.4

Value for money

Value for money
6.4/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 96%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

6.3

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

8.7

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

â–²Better than 57%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 82%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 57% of models
Score components:

25%

6.0

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

6.3

Display

15%

5.3

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

8.7

Audio

3%

7.6

Design

6.8
User score
User score
8.6/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 82% of models
Score components

70%

8.8

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 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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â–² Better than 75% of models
Popularity:
Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 8 points, which is higher than 75.3% of smartphones.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.4/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 96% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

4.9

Price

6.4
Brand name
Sony
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 865
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor which is faster than processors in 70.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.8% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% 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 10
Android version
Android 10
This smartphone runs Android version Android 10 which is older than that found in 88.8% of smartphones and equal to that in 5.1% 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
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.8 MP which is lower than that of 94.9% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 83.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
38.9 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 38.9 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 51.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.8 µm which is larger than in 98.4% of smartphones and equal to the size in 1.4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% 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
6.5 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.5 inches which is smaller than the screens of 80% of smartphones and equal to those of 3.9% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1644x 3840 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1644x3840 px which is higher than that of 99.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Pixel density
643 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 643 ppi which is higher than that of 99.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 90.2% of smartphones and equal to those in 2.6% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports 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
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
165.1 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 165.1 mm which is taller than 68.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Width
71.1 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 71.1 mm which is narrower than 96.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.6 mm which is thinner than 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.5% of smartphones.
Weight
181.4 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 181.4 g which is lighter than 84.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
82,005 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 82,005 cm³ which is smaller than 91.1% of smartphones.
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Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1644x3840 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1644x3840 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 1 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.8 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.8 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 62.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (643 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    643 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 7.2% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 10
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    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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    the average smartphone
    Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 256GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.58 vs 8.000).
    8.58 vs 8
  • 46.6% more popular
    Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 256GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.97 vs 5.4).
    7.97 vs 5.44
  • 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
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 75.8% more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (1800 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    1,800 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 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
  • 21.4% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,144 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,144 vs 942
  • 34.8% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,415 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,415 vs 2,533
  • 60.1% higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (41 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    40.98 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 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
  • 24.8% higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (5,479 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    5,479 vs 4,389
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 22.4% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (3,813 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    3,813 vs 3,115
  • 3 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (3 x vs 0 x).
    3 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 1 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.8 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.8 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 21.6% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (38.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    38.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • 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)
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 1 more external displays supported
    This smartphone supports more external displays than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    2 vs 1
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1644x3840 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1644x3840 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 62.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (643 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    643 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 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.
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 6 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 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
  • 4.9 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (71.1 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    71.1 mm vs 76 mm
  • 7.5% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (181.4 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    181.4 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.7 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.6 mm vs 8.3 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
  • 16.2% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (82005 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    82,005 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 38.2% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (587 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    587 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 20% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 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.
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (83 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    83 vs 99.5
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • 4.08x more expensive
    Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£1,060 vs £260).
    £1,060 vs £260
  • 15% worse value for money
    Sony Xperia 1 II 5G (8GB + 256GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.38 vs 7.3).
    6.38 vs 7.34
  • 38.2% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (587 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    587 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 16.7% larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (7 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    7 nm vs 6 nm
  • 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 10 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 10 vs Android 14
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • 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.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12 MP & 12 MP & 12 MP & 0.8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 6.7% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (112 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    112 vs 120
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.17 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.5 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 460 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (540 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    540 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 18.2% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (540 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    540 nits vs 660 nits
  • 20% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (83 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    83 vs 99.5
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 25% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    15 W vs 20 W
  • 4 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2020 vs 2024). 4.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    February 2020
    2020 vs 2024
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    Japan vs China
  • 1.5 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (165.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    165.1 mm vs 163.6 mm

Video reviews

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consumerreports.org
01/09/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II Cell Phone Review - Consumer Reports
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dxomark.com
27/01/2021
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Sony Xperia 1 II Camera review: Big strides for Sony - DXOMARK
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techzine.eu
19/09/2020
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Review: Sony Xperia 1 II, ideal for the creative professional? - Techzine
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hothardware.com
20/07/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II Review: A Beautiful Phone With Caveats - HotHardware
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whathifi.com
30/09/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II review | What Hi-Fi?
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forbes.com
30/06/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II Review: It's Like Driving Stick Shift - Forbes
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techradar.com
03/09/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II review - TechRadar
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cnet.com
07/07/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II review: Yep, that's a real telephoto lens - CNET
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zdnet.com
25/06/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II review: Cinematic 4K screen, 5G and better ... - ZDNET
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trustedreviews.com
19/06/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II Review If you would like, I can provide a side-by-side comparison table of the camera performance, battery life, or display technolog...
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theverge.com
13/07/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II review: it's a stretch - The Verge
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expertreviews.co.uk
02/07/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II review: One-two punch
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engadget.com
13/07/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 ii review: Sony's best phone in years
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wired.com
06/06/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II Review: A Surprise Hit - WIRED
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digitec.ch
14/08/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II Review: Love-Hate Relationship at First Sight
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handyhase.de
02/01/2021
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Sony Xperia 1 II Review & Specs: Powerhouse for Premium Users
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galaxus.at
14/08/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II Review: Love, Hate, Love
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galaxus.de
14/08/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II Review: Love, Hate, Love
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heise.de
12/08/2020
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Sony Xperia 1 II Review: A Missed Opportunity Despite Good Tech
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inside-digital.de
16/03/2021
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Sony Xperia 1 II: 4-month test reveals its weaknesses
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Verdict

The Sony Xperia 1 II 5G is a multimedia-focused flagship smartphone, featuring a unique 6.5-inch 4K HDR OLED 21:9 CinemaWide display (3840x1644 resolution) and a powerful Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 processor with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of expandable storage. Its main pros include a professional-grade triple 12MP camera system with ZEISS optics and fast Eye Autofocus technology borrowed from Sony's Alpha cameras, a rare 3.5mm audio jack, front-firing stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support, IP65/68 water resistance, and wireless charging capabilities. Primary cons are its expensive price point at launch, the display's standard 60Hz refresh rate (lower than many rivals), a slightly dim screen for outdoor use, a somewhat slippery body, and the potential for inconsistent image processing in auto mode.

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