Sony Xperia 1 Mark III
Sony Xperia 1 III – Detailed Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Launch | Announced: April 2021 |
| Release Date | August 2021 |
| Operating System (Launch) | Android 11 (upgradable depending on region/software support) |
| Network | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | Hybrid Dual Nano-SIM (market dependent) |
| Dimensions | 161.1 × 67.3 × 8.2–8.4 mm |
| Weight | 186 g |
| Build | Gorilla Glass Victus front, Gorilla Glass back, aluminum frame |
| Water Resistance | IP65/IP68 dust and water resistant |
Display
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display Type | OLED HDR |
| Size | 6.5 inches |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:9 CinemaWide |
| Resolution | 3840 × 1644 pixels (4K HDR) |
| Pixel Density | ~643 PPI |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
| Touch Sampling | 240 Hz |
| Color Depth | 10-bit (1 billion colors) |
| HDR Support | HDR BT.2020 |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
Processor & Performance
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (5 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1×2.84 GHz + 3×2.42 GHz + 4×1.80 GHz Kryo 680) |
| GPU | Adreno 660 |
| RAM | 12 GB |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB or 512 GB (region dependent) |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.x |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (up to 1 TB via hybrid slot) |
Rear Camera System
| Camera | Specification |
|---|---|
| Main Camera | 12 MP, f/1.7, 24 mm, OIS |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, variable optical lens (70 mm f/2.3 and 105 mm f/2.8), OIS |
| Ultra-wide | 12 MP, 16 mm, f/2.2 |
| Depth Sensor | 3D ToF sensor |
| Optics | ZEISS optics with ZEISS T* coating |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel PDAF + Real-time Eye AF |
| Burst Shooting | Up to 20 fps |
| AF/AE Calculations | 60 times per second |
Front Camera
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 8 MP |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| Video | 1080p @ 30 fps |
Video Recording
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Rear Camera | 4K HDR at 24/25/30/60 fps |
| Slow Motion | 1080p up to 120 fps |
| Stabilization | Optical + 5-axis gyro EIS |
| Professional Apps | Cinema Pro & Photography Pro |
Battery
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 4500 mAh |
| Fast Charging | USB Power Delivery |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (Qi) |
| Reverse Wireless Charging | Yes |
| Battery Care | Adaptive Charging & Battery Care |
Audio
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Speakers | Stereo front-facing speakers |
| 3.5 mm Headphone Jack | Yes |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Hi-Res Wireless | Yes (LDAC) |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes |
| DSEE Ultimate | Yes |
| Dynamic Vibration | Yes |
Connectivity
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou |
| OTG | Supported |
| Video Output | USB-C Display Output |
Sensors
| Sensor | Available |
|---|---|
| Side-mounted Fingerprint Scanner | ✅ |
| Accelerometer | ✅ |
| Gyroscope | ✅ |
| Proximity Sensor | ✅ |
| Compass | ✅ |
| Barometer | ✅ |
| Color Spectrum Sensor | ✅ |
Gaming Features
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| 120 Hz Display | ✅ |
| Game Enhancer | ✅ |
| PS4 Remote Play | ✅ |
| DUALSHOCK 4 Support | ✅ |
Multimedia Features
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| 4K HDR OLED Display | ✅ |
| Creator Mode powered by CineAlta | ✅ |
| X1 for Mobile Image Processor | ✅ |
| 360 Reality Audio | ✅ |
| 21:9 CinemaWide Display | ✅ |
Pros
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✅ True 4K HDR OLED display
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✅ 120 Hz refresh rate
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✅ Snapdragon 888 flagship processor
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✅ 12 GB RAM
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✅ Unique variable telephoto lens (70 mm/105 mm)
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✅ MicroSD card support
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✅ 3.5 mm headphone jack
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✅ Wireless and reverse wireless charging
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✅ IP65/IP68 water resistance
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✅ Professional-grade camera apps inspired by Sony Alpha cameras
Cons
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❌ 4500 mAh battery is modest for a 4K display.
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❌ Hybrid SIM slot means using a microSD card may occupy the second SIM slot.
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❌ Launched with Android 11 and no longer receives the latest Android version updates.
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❌ Premium price at launch compared with competing 2021 flagships.
The specifications above are based on Sony's official specifications and widely documented hardware details. (sony.com)