Sony Xperia 1 VIII
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Display 6.5" 4K LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR
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Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
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Camera 48MP Triple ZEISS T* Camera with 85-170mm Continuous Zoom
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Battery 5000mAh 30W Wired, 15W Wireless
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Key specs at a glance
Sony Xperia 1 VIII: At a Glance
Sony Xperia 1 VIII has a 6.5-inch 4K LTPO OLED display, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a 48 MP main camera and a 5000 mAh battery.
Release Status
Available. Released 2026, June
RAM & Storage
256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
Operating System
Android 16
Selfie Camera
12 MP, f/2.0
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Resolution
1644 x 3840 pixels (~643 ppi)
Dimensions & Weight
162.0 x 74.0 x 8.2 mm | 192 g
Display
6.5" 4K LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR - 6.5" 4K LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR
Processor (SoC)
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
Rear Camera
48 MP (wide) OIS ZEISS + 12 MP (telephoto 85-170mm continuous) + 12 MP (ultrawide)
Battery & Charging
5000mAh 30W Wired, 15W Wireless
Specs
Network
| Technology | Not specified |
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| 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM) CDMA 800 / 1900 | Not specified |
| 3G Network | Not specified |
| 4G Network | Not specified |
| 5G Network | Not specified |
| Speed | Not specified |
LAUNCH
| Announced | Not specified |
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| Status | Available. Released 2026, June |
BODY
| Dimensions | 162.0 x 74.0 x 8.2 mm |
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| Weight | 192 g |
| Build | Not specified |
| SIMs SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Not specified |
| Water Resistant | Not specified |
Display
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | 6.5" 4K LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR |
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| Size | 6.5" 4K LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR |
| Resolution | 1644 x 3840 pixels (~643 ppi) |
| Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Not specified |
PLATFORM
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | Android 16 |
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| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Octa-core Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Adreno 830 |
MEMORY
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | Not specified |
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| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
MAIN CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. | 48 MP (wide) OIS ZEISS + 12 MP (telephoto 85-170mm continuous) + 12 MP (ultrawide) |
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| Camera Features | Not specified |
| Video | Not specified |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. | 12 MP, f/2.0 |
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| Features | Not specified |
| Video | Not specified |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Not specified |
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| 3.5mm jack | Not specified |
COMMS
| WLAN | Not specified |
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| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | Not specified |
| Positioning | Not specified |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. | No |
| Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range. | No |
| Radio | No |
| USB | Not specified |
Features
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Not specified |
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BATTERY
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
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| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 5000mAh 30W Wired, 15W Wireless |
| Placement | Not specified |
| Charging The functionality responsible for recharging batteries in portable devices, such as mobile phones, significantly influences both battery lifespan and the practicality of daily product usage.The charging process, encompassing factors like voltage, current, and completion actions, is contingent upon the battery's size and type.Contemporary battery chargers dynamically adjust charging parameters based on the battery's current charging state. Charging an empty battery poses no safety risk, allowing for a quicker charging process. Consequently, many charging speed benchmarks, including ours, specify the battery level achieved after a 30-minute session on an empty battery.Standard chargers with a power output of 5V/1A, equivalent to 5W, serve as a baseline, with anything surpassing this speed classified as quick or fast charging. | Not specified |
MISC
| Colors | Not specified |
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| Model | Sony Xperia 1 VIII |
| SAR SAR (Specific absorption rate): Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | Not specified |
| SAR EU Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | Not specified |
| Price | $1,399.00 |
TESTS
| Performance | AnTuTu: 2,150,000+ | GeekBench 6: 7,200 (Multi-core) |
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| Display | Not specified |
| Loudspeaker | Not specified |
| Battery (new) | Not specified |
Reasons to Buy (Pros)
- True 85-170mm continuous optical zoom
- MicroSD slot & 3.5mm headphone jack preserved
- 4K 120Hz OLED display
- ZEISS T* anti-reflective lens coating
Reasons to Avoid (Cons)
- Very expensive price point
- Only 30W charging speed
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a 2026 mobile phone featuring a 6.5″ 4K LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR, Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), and a 5000mAh 30W Wired, 15W Wireless.
Specs verified against official manufacturer data as of July, 2026.
Design and Build Quality
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII comes with dimensions of 162.0 x 74.0 x 8.2 mm and weighs around 192 g. It offers a robust build and ergonomic feel for daily handling.
Display Performance
Equipped with a 6.5″ 4K LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR panel and a sharp resolution of 1644 x 3840 pixels (~643 ppi), media playback and daily navigation are smooth and immersive.
Performance & Hardware
Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) paired with 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, the device runs Android 16 seamlessly.
Camera System
The rear setup includes a 48 MP (wide) OIS ZEISS + 12 MP (telephoto 85-170mm continuous) + 12 MP (ultrawide), while the front features a 12 MP, f/2.0 for crisp selfies and video calls.
Battery and Charging
A durable 5000mAh 30W Wired, 15W Wireless powers the device, providing multi-day endurance for regular usage.
Regional Pricing Table
| Region | Estimated Price | Availability |
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| USD ($) | $1,399.00 | Global Release |
| EUR (€) | €1287 | European Markets |
| GBP (£) | £1091 | UK Release |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Sony Xperia 1 VIII support 5G networks?
Yes, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII comes equipped with multi-band 5G connectivity for ultra-fast mobile network speeds.
What is the battery capacity of the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
It features a 5000mAh 30W Wired, 15W Wireless capacity ensuring full-day battery life under normal usage.
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