Equipped with a 6.5-inch-inch OLED display, the Sony Xperia 1 IV offers a resolution of 3840 x 1644 Pixels for a detailed and immersive viewing experience. The display also supports a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother visual performance.
Battery & Charging
Inside the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a 5000 mAh Non-Removable battery designed to balance performance and battery efficiency. Users also benefit from Yes (30W), making it easier to recharge during busy days.
Performance
The Sony Xperia 1 IV is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm) chipset, delivering flagship-level performance for gaming, multitasking and demanding applications. A Octa-core processor ensures stable performance across supported applications. With clock speeds up to 1.70 GHz, the device remains responsive during demanding tasks. Graphics are handled by the Adreno 730 GPU for smooth gaming and multimedia.
Camera
Photography on the Sony Xperia 1 IV is handled by a Quad rear camera system with 12+12+12+0.3 MP, delivering clear images in different lighting conditions. On the front, a Single 12 MP selfie camera is available for selfies and video calls.
Memory & Software
The Sony Xperia 1 IV combines 12 GB RAM with 256/512 GB internal storage, making it suitable for multitasking, entertainment, and everyday productivity. The device supports Yes - MicroSDXC, making it easy to increase storage capacity for media and documents. The Sony Xperia 1 IV ships with Android 12 and N/A, delivering a customized Android interface.
Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
Display
Display Size
6.5-inch
Resolution
3840 x 1644 Pixels
Resolution Type
QHD+
Display Type
OLED
Refresh Rate
120Hz
Battery
Battery Type
Non-Removable
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
Fast Charging
Yes (30W)
Performance
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 (4 nm)
Processor Core
Octa-core
Clock Speed
1.70 GHz
GPU
Adreno 730
Storage
RAM
12 GB
Internal Storage
256/512 GB
Expandable Storage
Yes - MicroSDXC
Variant
(12GB+256GB) (12GB+512GB)
Note
UFS 3.X
Primary Camera
Camera Setup
Quad
Camera Resolution
12+12+12+0.3 MP
Flash
Yes
Selfie Camera
Camera Setup
Single
Camera Resolution
12 MP
Software
Operating System
Android 12
User Interface (Ui)
N/A
Connectivity
Wi-FI
Yes
Wi-Fi Version
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Hotspot
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Bluetooth Version
5.2
GPS
Yes
Audio Jack
3.5 mm
USB Type
USB Type-C 3.2
OTG
Yes
Infrared
No
NFC
Yes
Sensors
Fingerprint
Yes (Side-mounted)
Accelerometer
Yes
Proximity
Yes
Compass
Yes
Gyroscope
Yes
Barometer
Yes
Color Spectrum
Yes
Price Information
Price
ETB 76,000 Approx
Sony Xperia 1 IV Expert Review summary
Very Good
Last Updated: May 16, 2022
Display87/100
Processor86/100
Camera85/100
Battery83/100
Verdict
Sony Xperia 1 IV is an upcoming smartphone expected to launch in Ethiopia. Based on its announced specifications, it could be a competitive option in its segment. Its strongest area is display performance. The display quality is a notable highlight. Performance is suitable for multitasking and gaming. The camera system is one of its key strengths. Based on AssuredZone's evaluation framework, it achieves an Expert Score of 85/100.
