Sony Xperia 1 III vs T3 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
T3 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.6/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Sony Xperia 1 III
T3 5G
T3 5G wins 4 of 7 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedSony Xperia 1 III9080
- CameraT3 5G7584
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieT3 5G4060
- BatteryT3 5G7886
- DisplaySony Xperia 1 III8662
- ConnectivitySony Xperia 1 III8452
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueT3 5G5590
- T3 5G has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
- T3 5G has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 12 MP
- T3 5G has the bigger screen6.67" vs 6.5"
- T3 5G is lighter180 g vs 186 g
- T3 5G launched cheaper$349 vs $1,300
- T3 5G has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 8 MP
- T3 5G has newer Bluetooth5.3 vs 5.2
- Sony Xperia 1 III has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄T3 5G wins — BeastScore 79.6/100
The T3 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 12 MP). The Sony Xperia 1 III is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh · Higher-resolution main camera: 50 MP vs 12 MP
Common questions
Which is better: Sony Xperia 1 III or T3 5G?
The T3 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 4,500 mAh) and sharper main camera (50 MP vs 12 MP). The Sony Xperia 1 III is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB). BeastScore: Sony Xperia 1 III 79.5/100, T3 5G 79.6/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 1 III and T3 5G?
Sony Xperia 1 III has a 6.5-inch display and 4500 mAh battery. T3 5G has a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do Sony Xperia 1 III and T3 5G compare for speed?
Sony Xperia 1 III scores 90/100 for performance; T3 5G scores 80/100.
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