While competition intensifies between the major players in the sector, Sony maintains its course by offering a device that remains faithful to its philosophy while integrating the latest technological advances.
Benchmark’s first data confirm Sony’s ambitions for this new model. Appeared on Geekbench under the XQ-FS54 model number, the Xperia 1 VII displays impressive scores of 2967 single-core and 9017 in multi-core. These performances, approximately 30% higher than those of its predecessor, which should allow it to be compared to other recent devices such as the Poco F7 Ultra or Realme GT7 Pro, for example.
Technical characteristics that leave nothing to chance
According to the sheet published by the Geekbench site, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor is at the heart of this new smartphone. Recall that this is the most powerful chip of the American manufacturer to date. Associated with 12 GB of RAM and operating under Android 15, the Xperia 1 VII promises a fluid and reactive user experience, capable of meeting the needs of the most demanding users.
The dimensions of the telephone, revealed by recent FCC certification, indicate a device measuring 162 x 74.5 x 8.5 mm, which makes it slightly thicker than its predecessor. This increase could be explained by the integration of a more generous battery, with a typical capacity of 5000 mAh, identical to that of Xperia 1 VI. According to sources close to the file, the 45W fast charge will also be there.
The 6.5 -inch OLED screen should keep the SONY signature 21: 9 format, offering an impressive resolution and a high refresh rate. If rumors are confirmed, we could even see an improvement in the refresh rate at 144 Hz, against 120 Hz on the current model.
A photographic system that subtly evolves
Photography has always been a strong point of Sony smartphones, and Xperia 1 VII should not derogate from this rule. According to the information available, out of geekbench which does not give these details, the device would embark a main sensor of 48 megapixels with optical stabilization, an ultra-angle of 12 megapixels, a periscactive periscive of 12 megapixels offering a focal range of 70-200 mm, as well as a 12-megapixel front camera.
-The images of the phone that also leaked suggest notable improvements in the photo module, including a larger periscopic objective and changes in the ultra-angle level. These developments, although discreet, could result in even more impressive photographic performance, especially in low light conditions and for remote shooting.
Sony could also integrate its Exmor T sensor technology into all rear cameras, which would considerably improve performance in reading speed, dynamic beach and low light capabilities.
Loyalty to fundamentals that make the difference
In a market where standardization is gaining ground, Sony continues to stand out while retaining features that most manufacturers have abandoned. The Xperia 1 VII should thus keep the 3.5 mm jack port for headphones, a rarity on high -end devices in 2025, as well as a microSD card location to extend storage.
Add to that its potential resistance to water and dust (IP68 certification) and the button dedicated to the camera, which would make Xperia 1 VII a device which should be quite remarkable.
Availability and price
According to sources, the Sony Xperia 1 VII will be launched on May 15, 2025 in Japan, with a global deployment scheduled for July of the same year. The starting price should be around $ 1399 in the United States, which places it in the same segment of its direct competitors such as the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
It remains to know its price in France and to confirm the technical characteristics mentioned in this article.
