Flagship Successor Arrives with Power Boost
Sony has officially launched the Xperia 1 VII, the successor to last year’s Xperia 1 VI. Priced at €1,499 in the Eurozone, the new model brings significant upgrades, especially in processing power and camera technology.
Performance: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Elite
The Xperia 1 VII is powered by Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Elite chipset, delivering up to 40% better CPU, GPU, and NPU performance. It retains a 5,000 mAh battery, now optimized to last up to two full days on a single charge.
Display and Audio Enhancements
Sony has improved the display with a new rear-mounted light sensor for better brightness and color adjustment. For audio, Xperia 1 VII integrates components from Sony’s legendary Walkman series, promising superior wired headphone sound quality.
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Camera System Gets Serious Upgrades
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Ultra-Wide: A new 48 MP ultra-wide lens with a large 1/1.56-inch sensor supports macro shots.
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Main Camera: Uses an updated Exmor T sensor capable of shooting at 24 mm and 48 mm focal lengths.
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Telephoto: Keeps the 85-170 mm periscope zoom lens from the Xperia 1 VI.
Availability
The Xperia 1 VII is currently available in the Eurozone in three color options. Sony hasn’t announced global release dates, including availability in Pakistan.
Stay tuned for more updates on global pricing and availability.
