Testseek.com have collected 183 expert reviews of the Sony Xperia 1 3 and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony Xperia 1 3.
July 2021
(83%)
183 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(75%)
16 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Minimalistic
Technical-looking design
High-end build
IP65/IP68 rating
The advanced photo and video capture apps are a boon if you know what you're doing
The dedicated shutter release button is still unique
Has stereo speakers
MicroSD slot
Audio ja
Beautiful 21
9 120Hz OLED display
Excellent cameras
Hi-Res audio with 3.5mm jack
Camera shutter button
Prosumer Sony camera UI
Premium design and screen
Plenty of power and storage
Good
High-res OLED 120Hz panel
Lots of manual photo and video controls
Sophisticated
Minimalist design
Photos and videos are wonderful
Autofocus is brilliant
Cinema Pro app is a delight to use
4K display looks incredible indoors
21
9 4K OLED screen with 120Hz refresh rate
Top-end Snapdragon 888 5G chipset
Good rear camera array including dual-lens telephoto
Distinctive design
Excellent speakers
IP65/68 dust/water resistance
High CPU and GPU performance
12 GB of VRAM
Very good build quality
Fast 300 Hz display with high color-space coverage
No PWM and no clouding
Good input devices
Above-average battery life
RGB lighting
Great camera shutter release
Good image quality
Variable telephoto lens
3.5mm port
A lot of power
High-quality
Unique design
Lightweight
The editors didn't like
You can have the screen in either 4K or 120Hz
Doesn't get very bright either
Battery life is below average even for SD888
So is charging speed
Has a tendency to overheat under sustained load
With heavy throttling too
An engineering feat as it may be
Premium price
4K isn't noticeable
Long footprint is not for everyone
Screen could be brighter
Expensive
Weaker zoom than competition
Short time frame for security update support
Seriously
It's $1
300
The price is too damn high
Poor battery life
4K display hard to see outdoors
Selfie camera is average
Multiple custom Sony apps are buggy or poorly organized
Tall chassis is hard to navigate for people with smaller hands
Outdated connectivity - no Thunderbolt
Maximum 3D performance only possible via USB-C with DisplayPort
Below-average RAM performance
High color-space deviations - no precalibrated display
Abstract: We have lost some of our favorite brands from the past: Nokia is not what it used to be, LG has recently stopped making phones, and out of all these iconic older brands, Sony is the only one that is still standing...
Underwhelming longevity, Display could be brighter, Prone to heat build-up, Price
If the Xperia line proves anything, it's that Sony enjoys walking its own path; something that's perfectly reflected in the sheer amount of world firsts that the Xperia 1 III brings to the table.Existing Sony fans will have no trouble finding value in the...
Incredible 4K OLED 120Hz display, DSLR-quality camera sensors, Great for gaming, films, and music, Battery life lasts all-day
Very expensive, The form factor isn't for everyone
Sony's Xperia 1 III might not become a popular choice for everyone. But it's truly in a fantastic device when it comes to creator-led productivity and leisure...
Abstract: Sony's Xperia 1 III introduces the first ever 120Hz 4K screen on a smartphone, plus a variable focal-length periscope telephoto camera, making this a genuine multimedia hero ideal for anyone who uses their mobile device mostly to create or to consume high...
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Published: 2021-08-09, Author: Chris , review by: pocket-lint.com
Great design,Good display,3.5mm headphone socket and microSD card slot,Plenty of power,Good battery life
Camera substitutes complexity for performance,Fingerprint scanner prone to accidental detections,Display brightness could be better,High price
The Sony Xperia 1 III will be all the phone that many people want. That big display, the premium look and feel, and the smooth running that comes with its top-tier hardware.The spec sheet looks generous, with often dropped features, such as 3.5mm headphon...
Astonishing camera offering, Colour-accurate 4K display, 21:9 aspect ratio is a delight
Very, very expensive, 120Hz only available at FHD resolution, Poor battery life
The Sony Xperia 1 III's poor stamina is hugely disappointing because it's otherwise a truly exceptional handset. Mostly unblemished in every other area, and truly exceptional in others, the Xperia 1 III is a solid indication that Sony absolutely knows wha...
It should be no surprise that Sony is capable of making excellent smartphones. The company knows more than a thing or two about audio devices, has plenty of pedigree when it comes to displays, and has a fine reputation when it comes to cameras. And the Xp...
Published: 2021-07-05, Author: Tom , review by: stuff.tv
Astonishing display, Ultra-speedy camera, No-compromise feature list
Pro camera modes may be lost on novice snappers, Seriously premium price
Do you hate the idea of compromise? Buy an Xperia 1 III. It doesn't know the meaning of the word. By once again pooling the efforts of its different divisions, Sony has delivered a truly flagship handset. It has a sublime display, a set of cameras on par...
Published: 2021-07-01, Author: James , review by: techradar.com
Great battery life, Incredible display, 3.5mm headphone jack
Tricky to handle, for some, No in-screen fingerprint sensor, Expensive
The Sony Xperia 1 III isn't for everyone, but for those who enjoy Sony's Android phones, or who want a top-tier smartphone with a versatile camera, a beautiful screen and strong battery life, this is a great choice. It's expensive, and its design means it...
