Sony Xperia 1 III
Sony · 2021 01.08.2026 · updated 05.09.2026
Sony Xperia 1 III overview: rating 60/100, Snapdragon 888 chipset, 12 MP camera, 4500 mAh battery. Price $1299.
Faster than 76% of smartphones in AnTuTu
Specifications
| Processor | Snapdragon 888 |
| Display | 6.5" OLED, 1644x3840, 120Hz |
| RAM | 12GB |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB |
| Battery | 4500 mAh · ≈8.5 hrs of active use* |
| Charging | 30W / 11W wireless |
| OS | Android 11 |
| Dimensions | 165.0 × 71.0 × 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 186g |
| NFC | yes |
| Protection | IP65/IP68 |
| Launch price | $1299 |
* battery life is an estimated figure based on capacity, display, and chipset — not a lab measurement.
Cameras
| DXOMark | 105 · photo 107 · video 92 DXOMark test |
| Main | 12MP f/1.7 |
| Ultrawide | 12MP |
| Telephoto | 12MP |
| Front | 8MP |
Benchmarks
Performance
Overview and verdict
The Sony Xperia 1 III — a solid mid-ranger from Sony released in 2021 — runs on the Snapdragon 888. Its overall MobileRank rating is 60/100. In benchmarks, the device scores 1,232,200 in AnTuTu and 1500/3537 in Geekbench 6. The camera system includes a 12 MP main sensor and a 12 MP telephoto lens (score: 46/100). With a 4500 mAh battery and a launch price of $1299, value for money scores 30/100.
Pros
- 6.5" OLED display at 120 Hz
- Optical zoom (12 MP telephoto)
Cons
Launch price and where to check today's
This is the launch price. We do not track current retail prices and make no claim about whether today's is higher or lower: check the stores below. Prices vary by store, region, and configuration.
Frequently asked questions
What processor does the Sony Xperia 1 III have?
The Sony Xperia 1 III runs on the Snapdragon 888 chipset. It scores 1,232,200 points in AnTuTu.
What is the Sony Xperia 1 III's rating?
The Sony Xperia 1 III scores 60 out of 100 in the MobileRank rating. Categories: performance 65/100, camera 46/100, battery 42/100, display 90/100, portability 65/100.
How much does the Sony Xperia 1 III cost?
At launch the Sony Xperia 1 III cost $1299. We do not track current retail prices. Value for money at launch: 30/100.
What battery does the Sony Xperia 1 III have?
The Sony Xperia 1 III has a 4500 mAh battery with 30W charging and 11W wireless charging. Battery score: 42/100.
Is the Sony Xperia 1 III worth buying?
The Sony Xperia 1 III is a good fit for those willing to pay for the best. Overall rating — 60/100 (solid mid-ranger).
Device profile
Category scores
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