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 top tier protection and outstanding multimedia capabilities.

Beebom Score

33

Beebom Score

79

Display

27

Processor

69

Design

100

Network

59

Memory

20

Selfie Camera

47

Connectivity

36

Battery

04

Features

64

Camera

52

OS

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Market status:Out of Stock

Launched On: 14 Apr 2021

₹1,09,702
Processor
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
  • Adreno 660
Display
Display
6.5" (120Hz)
  • 4K OLED
  • HDR
Battery
Battery
4500mAh (Lithium Polymer)
  • 30Watt (wired)
  • Wireless Charging Supported
  • Charger in the box
Rear Camera
Rear Camera
12MP (Wide-angle)
    12MP (Telephoto)
      12MP (Ultra-wide)

        OIS

        4K@120fps

        RAM/Storage
        RAM/Storage
        12GB (LPDDR5)
        • 256GB (UFS)
        Front Camera
        Front Camera
        8MP (Wide)
        • 1080@30fps
        Design
        Design
        Gorilla Glass Victus (Front)
        • Glass (Back)
        • Aluminium Frame (Side)
        • IP65 (Dust and Water Resistant)
        OS
        OS
        Android (Sony Xperia UI)
        • 2 year(s) of OS Update
        caution yellow icon

        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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        Variant
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        Launch Date

        14 Apr 2021

        Launch Date

        21 May 2026

        Launch Date

        02 Dec 2025

        Launch Date

        18 Nov 2025

        Launch Date

        06 May 2026

        Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
        Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
        MediaTek Dimensity 9500
        MediaTek Dimensity 9500
        Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
        6.5", OLED, 120Hz
        6.82", AMOLED, 144Hz
        6.78", AMOLED, 120Hz
        6.78", AMOLED, 120Hz
        6.82", AMOLED, 144Hz
        12MP+12MP+12MP/8MP (Front)
        200MP+50MP+200MP+50MP/50MP (Front)
        50MP+50MP+200MP/50MP (Front)
        50MP+50MP+200MP+2MP/50MP (Front)
        200MP+200MP+50MP/50MP (Front)
        4500mAh, 30W
        7050mAh, 100W
        6510mAh, 90W
        7500mAh, 80W
        6600mAh, 100W
        12GB + 256GB
        12GB + 512GB
        16GB + 512GB
        16GB + 512GB
        16GB + 512GB
        Sony Xperia UI, Android 11, 2 year(s) of OS Update
        ColorOS, Android 16, 5 year(s) of OS Update
        Origin OS, Android 16, 5 year(s) of OS Update
        ColorOS, Android 16, 5 year(s) of OS Update
        Origin OS, Android 16, 5 year(s) of OS Update

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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
        • ColorsFrosted Black, Frosted Gray, Frosted Purple
        • LaunchApril 14, 2021
        • AvailabilityAugust 25, 2021
        • StoresAmazon
        • Launch CountryIndia
        • Launch Price₹1,09,702

        Display

        • Type
          • Display TypeOLED
          • Refresh Rate120 Hz
          • Playback QualityHDR
          • LTPO SupportNo
          • LTPS SupportNo
          • Touch Sampling Rate240 Hz
          • Anti Reflection CoatingNo
        • Size
          • Display Size6.5 inches
          • Area98.6 cm²
          • Display Form FactorFlat Display
        • Resolution
          • Display Resolution4K
          • Resolution Width1644 pixels
          • Resolution Height3840 pixels
          • Aspect Ratio21:9
          • Pixel Density643 ppi
          • Colour GamutRec.2020
          • Color Gamut Range100 %
          • Display Bit Rate10-bit
          • Colour Depth1 Billion Colours
          • Eye Protection-
          • Peak Brightness560 nits

        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, Stereo Speakers (Dolby Atmos Certified), No Tuning

        Processor

        • Chipset
          • Chipset ManufacturerQualcomm
          • ChipsetSnapdragon 888
          • Fabrication Size5 nm
          • Co-Processor-
        • CPU
          • Number of CoresOcta-core
          • Clock Speed(1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)
          • Cooling System-
          • Overclocked ProcessorNo
        • GPUAdreno 660
        Benchmarking
        System Performance
        AnTuTu 0

          AnTuTu

          39,83,831
          39,56,885
          39,35,624
          38,98,145
          38,98,145
          Sony Xperia 1 III9,15,852

          Geekbench 6 Single-Core

          3,899
          3,899
          3,899
          3,834
          3,834
          Sony Xperia 1 III1,427

          Main Camera

          • Main Camera
            • Main Camera #1 Megapixel12 MP
            • Main Camera #1 Lens TypeWide-angle
            • Main Camera #1 Aperturef/1.7
            • Main Camera #1 Focal Length24 mm
            • Main Camera #1 Field of View82 degree
            • Main Camera #1 Sensor Size1/1.7"
            • Main Camera #1 Pixel Size1.8 µm
          • Main Camera #2
            • Main Camera #2 Megapixel12 MP
            • 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 Megapixel12 MP
            • 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
            • Slow Motion RecordingNo slomo
            • 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

          Operating System

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

          Selfie Camera

          • Front Camera
            • Front Camera #1 Megapixel8 MP
            • 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 Wired30 W
            • 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, GALILEO, GLONASS, 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

          ProcessorQualcomm Snapdragon 888
          Display6.5"
          Battery4500mAh
          Rear Camera12MP
          Front Camera8MP
          DesignGorilla Glass Victus
          RAM/Storage12GB/256GB

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