Xperia 1 VII

Name: Xperia 1 VII
Brand: Sony
SKU: sony_xperia_1_vii
Price: 1357.6 USD

Creator-focused flagship with advanced manual media controls and Sony camera technology.

$1,357.60

CategoryMobile Phones

Product Highlights

The most important capabilities and tradeoffs at a glance.

Creator-focused camera controls

A triple rear camera system with a 52 MP main resolution supports 4K video recording at 120 fps and advanced manual media controls.

Smooth OLED viewing

The 6.5-inch LTPO OLED display combines a 1080 x 2340 resolution with a refresh rate of up to 120 Hz.

Flexible flagship essentials

The Snapdragon 8 Elite, 12 GB RAM, expandable 256 GB storage, 5G, wireless charging, and IP65/IP68 water resistance support everyday versatility.

The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a creator-focused flagship running Android 15, with a 6.5-inch 120 Hz LTPO OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, 12 GB RAM, 256 GB storage, and a 5,000 mAh battery.

Media Reviews

Independent perspectives and scores from published reviews.

Trusted Reviews2.5/5

Sony Xperia 1 VII Review: End of the line?

The reviewer characterizes the phone as a niche device for fans of its specific features like the audio port and microSD slot, but concludes that minimal upgrades and a high price make it a questionable purchase for most users.

Cam Bunton · Aug 11, 2025

Expert Reviews

Sony Xperia 1 VII review: Oh how the mighty have fallen

The reviewer acknowledges the phone's power and unique feature set, but ultimately concludes that it fails to justify its high price tag compared to competitors that offer better value and more cutting-edge technology.

Andrew Williams · Oct 13, 2025

Notebookcheck89/100

Sony Xperia 1 VII review – A dream smartphone for content creators and photo enthusiasts?

The review rates the phone as very good, highlighting its performance, display, and camera system for enthusiasts, while noting drawbacks such as thick bezels, limited charging speeds, and low storage.

Not specified · Sep 22, 2025

Mark Ellis Reviews80/100

Sony Xperia 1 VII Review: The Phone I Can’t Help But Love

The reviewer notes that while the phone is expensive and features niche capabilities that aren't for everyone, he personally appreciates its premium build and camera quality, especially for video production.

Mark Ellis · Jul 31, 2025