Highlights
- Sony Xperia 1 VII spotted on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Elite, 12GB RAM and Android 15.
- It scored 2,967 (single-core) and 9,017 (multi-core) in tests.
- Expected – 48MP main camera, 12MP ultra-wide & periscope telephoto, 3.5mm headphone jack, microSD slot and dual speakers.
- No official launch date yet.
Caption – Sony Xperia 1 VII real-life images revealed. (Image credit – sumahodigest)
Just a few weeks ago we had leaked real-life images of the Sony Xperia 1 VII doing rounds online. And now Sony’s upcoming flagship phone has been spotted on the Geekbench listing, revealing some key details. Here’s what we know based on recent leaks.
Sony Xperia 1 VII on Geekbench
Caption – Sony Xperia 1 VII on Geekbench. (Image credit – Xpertpick)
According to a recent Xpertpick report, the Geekbench listing has a new device with model number XQ-FS54, which lines up with Sony’s naming system for European models. This device the tech experts believe is most likely the European version of the Xperia 1 VII.
Caption – Sony Xperia 1 VII on Geekbench. (Image credit – Xpertpick)
The Geekbench listing doesn’t mention the chipset by name, but it’s paired with an Adreno 830 GPU and has a CPU clock speed of up to 4.32GHz. This points to the Snapdragon 8 Elite, Qualcomm’s latest high-end processor, which has already been rumoured for this phone.
The listing also shows the phone packs 12GB of RAM and runs on Android 15. As for performance, the Xperia 1 VII scored 2,967 in the single-core test and 9,017 in the multi-core test. These scores match what we’ve seen from other Snapdragon 8 Elite devices, confirming that Sony is actively testing the hardware.
Sony Xperia 1 VII – Design and Hardware Features (Expected)
Previously leaked renders and hands-on photos have already given a closer look at the upcoming flagship.
Caption – Sony Xperia 1 VII real-life images revealed. (Image credit – sumahodigest)
Sony is sticking to its familiar tall design. The phone reportedly measures 161.9 x 74.5 x 8.5mm, and up to 11mm thick at the camera bump. It has a flat frame with all the buttons, including power, volume and a dedicated camera shutter, on the right side. Meanwhile, the left side remains clean.
Sony is keeping some fan-favourite features that other flagship brands have moved away from, like a 3.5mm headphone jack and a microSD/SIM slot. You’ll also find dual front-facing speakers, a USB-C port and a vertical triple camera setup on the back.
The main camera is expected to be a 48MP sensor with OIS. There’s also a 12MP ultra-wide lens and a 12MP periscope telephoto camera that supports variable zoom between 70mm and 200mm.’
Sony Xperia 1 VII – Launch Timeline
Sony hasn’t officially revealed a launch date for the Xperia 1 VII just yet. But now that both hands-on images and benchmark scores are making the rounds, an official announcement could be right around the corner.
FAQs
Q1. What chipset and memory does the Sony Xperia 1 VII feature?
Answer. The Xperia 1 VII is listed on Geekbench with the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, Adreno 830 GPU, 12GB RAM, and Android 15, confirming its flagship specs.
Q2. What camera setup does the Xperia 1 VII have?
Answer. The phone is expected to feature a 48MP main camera with OIS, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and a 12MP periscope telephoto camera supporting variable zoom between 70mm and 200mm.
Q3. Has Sony confirmed the Xperia 1 VII launch date?
Answer. Sony hasn’t officially revealed a launch date yet, but with hands-on images and benchmark listings surfacing, an official announcement seems imminent.
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