Sony Xperia 1 V
Width: 70.6mm (2.78in) Released: Jul 2023
7+6+13+12+12+3+5+5+3+0 = 66
OH Rank & Score
Sony Xperia 1 V is #136 on OH Rank with a score of 66, independently rated across ten fixed categories.
Key Facts
Battery5000 mAh
Score Breakdown
Editorial
The craftmeship and Japanese engineering shine her with great build, narrow 21:9 body that allows easy one-hand use and scrolling down long pages. A no notch, 4k, >640ppi (!) screen provides full-screen viewing of cinema content. Loud front facing speakers. IP68 water and dust resistance. Reliable cameras and great video recording. Dedicated two-step camera button. Tool-less SIM tray with fast SDmemory card option allows for swapping memory cards in seconds. headphone/microphone jack allows for using external microphones for your video footage.
Pros & Cons
PROs
itâs historical value, great built, excellent one-hand-use design, very hi-res screen with no notch what so ever, very capable photo and video setup, expandable storage and earphone jack.
CONs
only 1-day 5000mAh battery life (due to very high res screen), multiple photo and multiple video recording apps with steep learning curve. OS updates only up to Android 15. (updated Apr 3, 2025)
Compare to Similar Phones
Every phone on OH Phones is scored by me on the same ten categories, with no ads, sponsorships, or manufacturer relationships — objectively and honestly.