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Sony Xperia 1 IV vs Xiaomi Poco C81x

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

80/ 100

Launch MSRP$1,599 USD

Xiaomi

Xiaomi Poco C81x

80/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Sony Xperia 1 IV BETTER THAN Xiaomi Poco C81x?

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Sony Xperia 1 IVWinner 🏆

Xiaomi Poco C81x

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta

SPEC FACTOR	Sony Xperia	Xiaomi Poco	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	5,000 mAh	5,200 mAh	+5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	30W	Standard	30W Max
Main Camera Sensor	12 MP	50 MP	50 MP
Screen Display Size	6.5"	6.88"	6.88"
Chassis Weight	185g	N/A	185g 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 Xiaomi Poco C81x:

✓Larger 5,200 mAh battery capacity (+200 mAh more capacity)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.88" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Sony Xperia 1 IV	Xiaomi Poco C81x
1. Display & Screen🏆 Xiaomi Poco C81x Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	OLED	AMOLED
Screen Size	6.5"	6.88"
Resolution & Density	3840x1644 (643 ppi)	FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	800 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Sony Xperia 1 IV Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	Unisoc T7250
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 12	Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB LPDDR	3 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	256GB / 512GB	64 GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi Poco C81x Wins Camera
Primary Camera	12 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Sony Exmor RS	50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom	None (Digital zoom only)	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	12 MP, f/2.2	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
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 Lens	12 MP, f/2	12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Sony Xperia 1 IV Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	165 x 71 x 8.2 mm	N/A
Weight	185 g	N/A
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP68	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Sony Xperia 1 IV Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	5,000 mAh	5,200 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	30W wired fast charging	Fast charging
Wireless Charging	15W wireless charging	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 6E	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	5.3	Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB Type-C
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$1599	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

Sony Xperia 1 IV edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.4/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Sony Xperia 1 IV ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 72/100 camera rating.

When to buy Sony Xperia 1 IV:

Higher overall BeastScore: 80.4 vs top rival 80.0 · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W

When to buy Xiaomi Poco C81x:

Larger battery capacity: 5,200 mAh (+200 mAh more) · Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 12 MP

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Sony Xperia 1 IV vs Xiaomi Poco C81x

Which phone is better: Sony Xperia 1 IV or Xiaomi Poco C81x?

Sony Xperia 1 IV leads with an overall BeastScore of 80.4/100 compared to Xiaomi Poco C81x (80.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 80.4 vs top rival 80.0 and Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 1 IV and Xiaomi Poco C81x?

Sony Xperia 1 IV is equipped with a 6.5-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Xiaomi Poco C81x features a 6.88-inch display and 5200 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Sony Xperia 1 IV and Xiaomi Poco C81x?

In lab hardware evaluations, Sony Xperia 1 IV scores 72/100 in camera performance, while Xiaomi Poco C81x scores 80/100.

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WHY IS Sony Xperia 1 IV BETTER THAN Xiaomi Poco C81x?

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Sony Xperia 1 IV edges ahead with a BeastScore of 80.4/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Sony Xperia 1 IV vs Xiaomi Poco C81x

Which phone is better: Sony Xperia 1 IV or Xiaomi Poco C81x?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Sony Xperia 1 IV and Xiaomi Poco C81x?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Sony Xperia 1 IV and Xiaomi Poco C81x?

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