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Sony Xperia 1 III vs Google Pixel Fold

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

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Sony · 2021

Sony Xperia 1 III

Sony Xperia 1 III
80/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,300 USD
Google · 2023

Google Pixel Fold

Google Pixel Fold
82/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,799 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Google Pixel Fold BETTER THAN Sony Xperia 1 III?

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Sony Xperia 1 III
Google Pixel FoldWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORSony XperiaGoogle PixelLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh4,821 mAh+4,821 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W30W30W
Main Camera Sensor12 MP48 MP48 MP
Screen Display Size6.5"7.6"7.6"
Chassis Weight186g283g186g 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:
  • ✓97g lighter chassis (186g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$499 lower launch MSRP ($1300 vs $1799)
  • ✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Google Pixel Fold:
  • ✓Larger 4,821 mAh battery capacity (+321 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationSony Xperia 1 IIIGoogle Pixel Fold
1. Display & Screen🏆 Sony Xperia 1 III Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLED 21:9 CinemaWideOLED
Screen Size6.5"7.6"
Resolution & Density3840x1644 (643 ppi)2208x1840 (380 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1,000 nits peak1,450 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Sony Xperia 1 III Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 11Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Google Pixel Fold Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.7, OIS, ZEISS T*48 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung GN1
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.3, OIS10.8 MP (5x optical zoom), f/3.05, OIS
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.210.8 MP, f/2.2
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/28 MP, f/2
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Sony Xperia 1 III Lightest Chassis
Dimensions165 x 71 x 8.2 mm158.7 x 139.7 x 12.1 mm
Weight186 g283 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IPX8
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Sony Xperia 1 III Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh4,821 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast charging30W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging11W wireless charging7W wireless charging
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 6E
Bluetooth5.25.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
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$1300$1799
Editorial Lab Verdict

Google Pixel Fold edges ahead with a BeastScore of 82.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Google Pixel Fold ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 85/100 camera rating.

When to buy Sony Xperia 1 III:
Lighter body: 186g (97g lighter in hand) · Lower launch price: $1300 (save $499)
When to buy Google Pixel Fold:
Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 79.5 · Larger battery capacity: 4,821 mAh (+321 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Sony Xperia 1 III vs Google Pixel Fold

Which phone is better: Sony Xperia 1 III or Google Pixel Fold?

Google Pixel Fold leads with an overall BeastScore of 82.0/100 compared to Sony Xperia 1 III (79.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 82.0 vs top rival 79.5 and Larger battery capacity: 4,821 mAh (+321 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 1 III and Google Pixel Fold?

Sony Xperia 1 III is equipped with a 6.5-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while Google Pixel Fold features a 7.6-inch display and 4821 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Sony Xperia 1 III and Google Pixel Fold?

In lab hardware evaluations, Sony Xperia 1 III scores 75/100 in camera performance, while Google Pixel Fold scores 85/100.

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