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Sony Xperia 1 IV vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

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

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Sony · 2022

Sony Xperia 1 IV

Sony Xperia 1 IV
80/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,599 USD
Apple

Apple iPad mini (2024)

Apple iPad mini (2024)
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Apple iPad mini (2024) BETTER THAN Sony Xperia 1 IV?

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Sony Xperia 1 IV
Apple iPad mini (2024)Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORSony XperiaApple iPadLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,078 mAh+5,078 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30WStandard30W Max
Main Camera Sensor12 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.5"8.3"8.3"
Chassis Weight185gN/A185g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Sony Xperia 1 IV:
  • ✓814g lighter chassis (185g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$8400 lower launch MSRP ($1599 vs $9999)
  • ✓12MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
  • ✓Larger 5,078 mAh battery capacity (+78 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓8.3" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationSony Xperia 1 IVApple iPad mini (2024)
1. Display & Screen🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.5"8.3"
Resolution & Density3840x1644 (643 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness800 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Sony Xperia 1 IV Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Apple A17 Pro
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12iOS
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Apple iPad mini (2024) Wins Camera
Primary Camera12 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Sony Exmor RS50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (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 Lens12 MP, f/212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Sony Xperia 1 IV Lightest Chassis
Dimensions165 x 71 x 8.2 mmN/A
Weight185 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 IV Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,078 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging15W 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 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 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$1599Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Apple iPad mini (2024) edges ahead with a BeastScore of 83.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Apple iPad mini (2024) ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Apple A17 Pro architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Sony Xperia 1 IV:
Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W · Brighter screen: 800 nits peak vs 0 nits
When to buy Apple iPad mini (2024):
Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 80.4 · Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 12 MP
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Sony Xperia 1 IV vs Apple iPad mini (2024)

Which phone is better: Sony Xperia 1 IV or Apple iPad mini (2024)?

Apple iPad mini (2024) leads with an overall BeastScore of 83.5/100 compared to Sony Xperia 1 IV (80.4/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 83.5 vs top rival 80.4 and Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 12 MP.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 1 IV and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

Sony Xperia 1 IV is equipped with a 6.5-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Apple iPad mini (2024) features a 8.3-inch display and 5078 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Sony Xperia 1 IV and Apple iPad mini (2024)?

In lab hardware evaluations, Sony Xperia 1 IV scores 72/100 in camera performance, while Apple iPad mini (2024) scores 80/100.

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