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Sony Xperia 1 III

Sony Xperia 1 III is an out of stock smartphone that comes with a 6.5-inch OLED display, 12MP primary camera, and is powered by the Snapdragon 888 processor. It features 4500mAh battery and 30W charging, It offers in capable body and outstanding software capabilities.

Beebom Score

35

Beebom Score

74

Display

27

Processor

71

Design

100

Network

61

Memory

20

Selfie Camera

46

Connectivity

41

Battery

02

Features

65

Camera

54

OS

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Market status:Out of Stock

Launched: 14 Apr 2021

₹1,09,702
Processor
Processor
Snapdragon 888
Display
Display
6.5 inches 4K OLED (120Hz)
Rear Camera
Rear Camera
12MP12MP12MP
Wide-angleTelephotoUltra-wide
Front Camera
Front Camera
8MP
Wide
RAM/Storage
RAM/Storage
12GB
256GB
Battery
Battery
4500mAh (30W)
OS
OS
Android 11 (Sony Xperia UI)
Processor
Processor
Snapdragon 888
Display
Display
6.5 inches 4K OLED (120Hz)
Rear Camera
Rear Camera
12MP12MP12MP
Wide-angleTelephotoUltra-wide
Front Camera
Front Camera
8MP
Wide
RAM/Storage
RAM/Storage
12GB
256GB
Battery
Battery
4500mAh (30W)
OS
OS
Android 11 (Sony Xperia UI)
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This phone's software support window has officially closed. It's still usable, but don't expect fresh updates or features

Sony Xperia 1 III Price in India

The Sony Xperia 1 III was last priced at ₹1,09,702 and will soon be available at various online stores across India

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Launch Date

14 Apr 2021

Launch Date

21 May 2026

Launch Date

02 Dec 2025

Launch Date

06 May 2026

Launch Date

11 Mar 2025

Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
MediaTek Dimensity 9500
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
6.5 inches, 4K OLED, 120Hz
6.81 inches, QHD+ AMOLED, 144Hz
6.78 inches, 1.5K AMOLED, 120Hz
6.82 inches, 2K AMOLED, 144Hz
6.73 inches, WQHD+ AMOLED, 120Hz
12MP (Wide-angle), 12MP (Telephoto), 12MP (Ultra-wide), 8MP (Front)
200MP (Wide-angle), 50MP (Ultra-wide), 200MP (Telephoto), 50MP (TelephotoMP), 50MP (Front)
50MP (Wide-angle), 50MP (Ultra-wide), 200MP (Telephoto), 50MP (Front)
200MP (Wide-angle), 200MP (Telephoto), 50MP (Ultra-wide), 50MP (Front)
50MP (Wide-angle), 50MP (Telephoto), 200MP (Ultra-Telephoto), 50MP (Ultra-wideMP), 32MP (Front)
4500mAh, 30W, Charger in the box
7050mAh, 100W, Charger in the box
6510mAh, 90W, Charger in the box
6600mAh, 100W, Charger in the box
5410mAh, 90W, Charger in the box
12GB (LPDDR5) + 256GB (UFS)
12GB (LPDDR5X) + 512GB (UFS 4.1)
16GB (LPDDR5X Ultra) + 512GB (UFS 4.1)
16GB (LPDDR5X Ultra Pro) + 512GB (UFS 4.1)
16GB (LPDDR5X) + 512GB (UFS 4.1)

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Sony Xperia 1 III Timeline

Nov 13, 2022

Sony Xperia 1 III is now receiving the Android 13 update, introducing new features, enhanced performance, and improved security, making it available for users across India and select global markets.

Jan 07, 2022

Sony Xperia 1 III starts receiving the official Android 12 update, bringing enhanced features, improved stability, and performance improvements, now available for users in India and select regions.

Aug 25, 2021

Sony Xperia 1 III is now available for purchase in India through official online stores, offering exchange offers and color options including Frosted Black, Frosted Gray, and Frosted Purple.

Sony Xperia 1 III Full Specifications

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General

  • Box ContentsPhone, 30W Charger, Type-C cable
  • AvailabilityAugust 25, 2021
  • Launch Price₹1,09,702

Display

  • Type
    • Display TypeOLED
    • Refresh Rate120Hz
    • Playback QualityHDR
    • LTPO SupportNo
    • LTPS SupportNo
    • Touch Sampling Rate240Hz
    • Anti Reflection CoatingNo
  • Size
    • Display Size6.5 inches
    • Area98.6 cm²
    • Display Form FactorFlat Display
  • Resolution
    • Display Resolution4K
    • Resolution Width1644pixels
    • Resolution Height3840pixels
    • Aspect Ratio21:9
    • Pixel Density643ppi
    • Colour GamutRec.2020
    • Color Gamut Range100%
    • Display Bit Rate10-bit
    • Colour Depth1.07 Billion Colours
    • Peak Brightness560nits

Body

  • Dimensions165 x 71 x 8.2 mm
  • Weight186 grams
  • FrontGlass
  • BackGlass
  • SideAluminium Frame
  • Build QualityCorning Gorilla Glass Victus
  • PortsUSB Type-C 3.1, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, OTG, Video output
  • IP RatingIP65 (Dust and Water Resistant)
  • SpeakerStereo Speakers

Processor

  • Chipset
    • Chipset ManufacturerQualcomm
    • ChipsetSnapdragon 888
    • Fabrication Size5 nm
  • CPU
    • Number of CoresOcta-core
    • Clock Speed(1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
  • GPUAdreno 660

Operating System

  • Operating SystemAndroid 11, Sony Xperia UI
  • Software Updates2 year(s) of Software and Security updates

Main Camera

  • Main Camera
    • Main Camera #1 Megapixel12MP
    • Main Camera #1 Lens TypeWide-angle
    • Main Camera #1 Aperturef/1.7
    • Main Camera #1 Focal Length24 mm
    • Main Camera #1 Field of View82°
    • Main Camera #1 Sensor Size1/1.7"
    • Main Camera #1 Pixel Size1.8 µm
  • Main Camera #2
    • Main Camera #2 Megapixel12MP
    • Main Camera #2 Lens TypeTelephoto
    • Main Camera #2 Aperturef/2.8
    • Main Camera #2 Focal Length70 mm
    • Main Camera #2 Field of View34°
    • Main Camera #2 Sensor Size1/2.9"
    • Pixel Size1.8 µm
  • Main Camera #3
    • Main Camera #3 Megapixel12MP
    • Main Camera #3 Lens TypeUltra-wide
    • Main Camera #3 Aperturef/2.2
    • Main Camera #3 Focal Length16 mm
    • Main Camera #3 Field of View124°
    • Main Camera #3 Sensor Size1/2.5"
    • Main Camera #3 Pixel Size1.8 µm
  • Features
    • Camera StabilizationOIS
    • Auto Focus TypePDAF
    • Dynamic Video Recording SupportHDR 10+ recording
    • Lens EnhancementsZEISS
    • FeaturesEye-Tracking
      HDR
      OIS
  • Video
    • Video Recording1080p@120fps
      1080p@30fps
      1080p@60fps
      4K@120fps
      4K@24fps
      4K@25fps
      4K@30fps
      4K@60fps
    • Log Video Recording SupportNo
    • Video Features5-axis gyro-EIS
      HDR
      OIS

Selfie Camera

  • Front Camera
    • Front Camera #1 Megapixel8MP
    • Front Camera #1 Lens TypeWide
    • Front Camera #1 Aperturef/2.0
    • Front Camera #1 Focal Length24 mm
    • Front Camera #1 Field of View78°
    • Front Camera #1 Sensor Size1/4.0"
    • Front Camera #1 Pixel Size1.12 µm
  • Features
    • FeaturesHand Gesture
      Portrait Mode
  • Video
    • Video Recording1080@30fps
    • HDR Recording SupportSDR recording
    • Video Features1080p@30fps
      5-axis gyro-EIS

Battery

  • Capacity4500 mAh, Lithium Polymer (Non-removable)
  • Charging
    • Charging Speed Wired30W
    • Wireless Charging SupportYes
    • Reverse Wireless Charging SupportYes
    • Reverse Wired Charging SupportNo
    • Bypass Charging SupportNo

Memory

  • Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
  • Storage256GB, UFS
  • RAM12GB, LPDDR5

Network

  • SIMHybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
  • Technology5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE
  • 2G Bands1800, 1900, 850, 900 (4 bands)
  • 3G Bands1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 19 (6 bands)
  • 4G Bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48, 66, 71 (27 bands)
  • 5G Bands2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 (14 bands)
  • Speed5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE

Connectivity

  • WLANWi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, Dual Band
  • Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, aptX Adaptive, aptX HD, LE
  • PositioningBDS, GPS (L1+L5), QZSS
  • NFCSupported

Features

  • Fingerprint ScannerSide Mounted
  • Sensors
    • Sensors on BoardAccelerometer
      Barometer Sensor
      Compass
      Gyroscope
      Proximity Sensor
  • Additional FeaturesHaptic Motor

Sony Xperia 1 III Key Highlights

ProcessorSnapdragon 888
Display6.5 inches
Battery4500mAh
Rear Camera12MP
Front Camera8MP
RAM/Storage12GB/256GB

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