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Sony Xperia 1 IV vs T3 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Sony · 2022

Sony Xperia 1 IV

Sony Xperia 1 IV
80/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,599 USD
Vivo · 2024

T3 5G

T3 5G
80/ 100
Launch MSRP$349 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Sony Xperia 1 IV BETTER THAN T3 5G?

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Sony Xperia 1 IVWinner 🏆
T3 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORSony XperiaT3 5GLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz60Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30WStandard30W Max
Main Camera Sensor12 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.5"6.67"6.67"
Chassis Weight185g180g180g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Sony Xperia 1 IV:
  • ✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.5" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy T3 5G:
  • ✓5g lighter chassis (180g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$1250 lower launch MSRP ($349 vs $1599)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationSony Xperia 1 IVT3 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Sony Xperia 1 IV Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDAMOLED / OLED display
Screen Size6.5"6.67"
Resolution & Density3840x1644 (643 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion60 Hz
Brightness800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Sony Xperia 1 IV Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB128GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 T3 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Sony Exmor RS50 MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/216 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 T3 5G Lightest Chassis
Dimensions165 x 71 x 8.2 mmN/A
Weight185 g180 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Sony Xperia 1 IV Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1599$349
Editorial Lab Verdict

Sony Xperia 1 IV edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.4/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Sony Xperia 1 IV ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Sony Xperia 1 IV:
Higher overall BeastScore: 80.4 vs top rival 79.6 · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W
When to choose T3 5G:
Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 12 MP · Lower launch price: $349 (save $1250)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Sony Xperia 1 IV vs T3 5G

Which is better: Sony Xperia 1 IV or T3 5G?

Sony Xperia 1 IV leads with an overall BeastScore of 80.4/100 compared to T3 5G (79.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 80.4 vs top rival 79.6 and Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 1 IV and T3 5G?

Sony Xperia 1 IV is equipped with a 6.5-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while T3 5G features a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Sony Xperia 1 IV and T3 5G?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Sony Xperia 1 IV achieves a 90/100 performance score, while T3 5G scores 80/100.

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