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Sony Xperia 1 III vs Apple iPhone SE (2022)

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

Smartphone Battle
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Sony · 2021

Sony Xperia 1 III

Sony Xperia 1 III
80/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,300 USD
Apple

Apple iPhone SE (2022)

Apple iPhone SE (2022)
77/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Sony Xperia 1 III BETTER THAN Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

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Sony Xperia 1 IIIWinner 🏆
Apple iPhone SE (2022)

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORSony XperiaApple iPhoneLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh2,018 mAh+4,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30WStandard30W Max
Main Camera Sensor12 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.5"4.7"6.5"
Chassis Weight186gN/A186g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Sony Xperia 1 III:
  • ✓813g lighter chassis (186g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$8699 lower launch MSRP ($1300 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 4,500 mAh battery capacity (+2,482 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Apple iPhone SE (2022):
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓4.7" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationSony Xperia 1 IIIApple iPhone SE (2022)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Sony Xperia 1 III Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLED 21:9 CinemaWideAMOLED
Screen Size6.5"4.7"
Resolution & Density3840x1644 (643 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Sony Xperia 1 III Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A15 Bionic
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 11iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR4 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Apple iPhone SE (2022) Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.7, OIS, ZEISS T*50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.3, OISNone (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 Lens8 MP, f/212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Sony Xperia 1 III Lightest Chassis
Dimensions165 x 71 x 8.2 mmN/A
Weight186 gN/A
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 III Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh2,018 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging11W 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 6Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 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$1300Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Sony Xperia 1 III edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Sony Xperia 1 III ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 75/100 camera rating.

When to buy Sony Xperia 1 III:
Higher overall BeastScore: 79.5 vs top rival 77.1 · Larger battery capacity: 4,500 mAh (+2,482 mAh more)
When to buy Apple iPhone SE (2022):
Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 12 MP
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Sony Xperia 1 III vs Apple iPhone SE (2022)

Which phone is better: Sony Xperia 1 III or Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

Sony Xperia 1 III leads with an overall BeastScore of 79.5/100 compared to Apple iPhone SE (2022) (77.1/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 79.5 vs top rival 77.1 and Larger battery capacity: 4,500 mAh (+2,482 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 1 III and Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

Sony Xperia 1 III is equipped with a 6.5-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Apple iPhone SE (2022) features a 4.7-inch display and 2018 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Sony Xperia 1 III and Apple iPhone SE (2022)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Sony Xperia 1 III scores 75/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPhone SE (2022) scores 80/100.

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