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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you want a phone with a larger screen and a higher refresh rate that makes for smoother scrolling and animation, consider the Sony Xperia 1 III, but keep in mind it comes with a higher price tag than the iPhone 11. The Xperia also boasts better resolution, which can result in sharper images. It has a significantly larger battery which could lead to longer battery life, and offers a more advanced camera setup with higher quality photography capabilities, especially with features like a 120fps video recording and a dedicated shutter button. Meanwhile, the iPhone 11 is a more budget-friendly option with a capable camera that nevertheless falls short of the Xperia's, and its screen is slightly smaller with a standard refresh rate. It also has a smaller battery, potentially resulting in shorter battery life. Lastly, the operating system is a key difference: the iPhone 11 runs iOS, which is known for its simplicity and seamless integration with other Apple products, whereas the Xperia 1 III uses Android, offering more customization opportunities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple iPhone 11
- The Apple iPhone 11 has no clear advantages over the Sony Xperia 1 III.
Advantages of the Sony Xperia 1 III
- Best in class display quality
- Good performance
Key differences
Overall Camera Quality
6.6
6.0
The Apple iPhone 11 and Sony Xperia 1 III both have only fair overall camera quality, though the Apple iPhone 11 has somewhat better overall camera quality.
The Apple iPhone 11 provides a good selfie experience and fair ratings across other important aspects like photo software, dynamic range, low light performance, and camera versatility, while the Sony Xperia 1 III offers a fair selfie camera quality with very good photo software experience but shares fair ratings in low light performance and camera versatility. Both phones have strengths and weaknesses; if selfies and a more robust software experience for photos are important, the iPhone 11 could be preferable, but if you prioritize photos software and are willing to compromise on selfie quality, consider the Xperia 1 III.
Video Quality
6.8
6.0
The Apple iPhone 11 and Sony Xperia 1 III both have only fair videos, though the Apple iPhone 11 takes somewhat better videos.
The Apple iPhone 11 offers fair videos due to its good mic quality, software experience, and video stabilization but has limitations in dynamic range and low light performance. On the other hand, the Sony Xperia 1 III also results in fair videos with very good video software experience and stabilization, yet it similarly struggles with dynamic range and low light conditions.
Battery
7.1 Hours
5.6 Hours
The Apple iPhone 11 has 7.1 hours of battery life. The Sony Xperia 1 III has 5.6 hours of battery life.
Screen Size
The Apple iPhone 11 has a screen size of 6.1 inches and the Sony Xperia 1 III is 6.5 inches.
Cost
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$899
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The Apple iPhone 11 has a price of $271 and the Sony Xperia 1 III costs $899.
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Key similarities
Photo Quality
6.2
5.9
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Apple iPhone 11 to have only fair photos, while the Sony Xperia 1 III takes poor photos.
The Apple iPhone 11 has excellent photo software but lacks in dynamic range and versatility, and its low light performance is fair; it produces good selfie photos, which is important as you value selfie quality greatly. Conversely, while the Sony Xperia 1 III also delivers fair low light performance and is similarly challenged in dynamic range, its overall camera versatility is better, and its selfie photo quality is deemed fair; if you take many selfies, you might prefer the iPhone's selfie capabilities.
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How the Apple iPhone 11 and the Sony Xperia 1 III compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
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| Apple iPhone 11 | Sony Xperia 1 III |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$271 | $899 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Apple | Sony | |
Operating System | |||
Operating System | iOS | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 20, 2019 | August 25, 2021 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.1" | 6.5" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1792 x 828 | 3840 x 1644 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | No | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 326 | 643 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | LCD | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | A13 | SD888 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 12 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 6.7/10 | 6/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 6.2/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 12 megapixels + OIS | 12 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.1 Hours | 5.6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 3110 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 7.5 W | 15 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | No | No | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 5.94" x 2.98" | 6.5" x 2.8" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.84 oz | 5.93 oz | |
Back Material | |||
Back Material | Glass | Glass | |
Stereo Speakers | |||
Stereo Speakers | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Dual SIM | |||
Dual SIM | Yes | Yes | |
Bluetooth Version | |||
Bluetooth Version | 5.0 | 5.2 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6 | 6 | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | N/A | (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face unlock | Fingerprint sensor: Side | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | No | No | |
Color | |||
Color | Black, White, Green, Purple, Red, Yellow | Black | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | N/A | Yes | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | Yes | |
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Apple iPhone 11
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Tom's Guide
Mark Spoonauer | September 2021
"The iPhone 11 delivers superb cameras, fast performance and excellent battery life, making it the iPhone to buy for many people. The cameras are very good, thanks to an ultra-wide lens and a Night mode for better low-light performance. This device also has IP68-rated water resistance, which means that it can withstand 2 meters of water for 30 minutes, and is one of the best waterproof phones out there."
Sony Xperia 1 III
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TechRadar
James Peckham | August 2021
"For those who enjoy Sony’s Android phones, or who want a top-tier smartphone with a versatile camera, a beautiful screen and strong battery life, this is a great choice. If your budget can stretch to it, and you're a fan of its looks, it could be a great option."
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About Apple
The tech giant called Apple is synonymous with the most popular smartphone in the world: the iPhone. Known for their build quality and aesthetics, as well as for their excellent integration between hardware and software, iPhones have defined the smartphone industry ever since their conception and they continue to do so by setting new industry standards. Apple's own operating system, called iOS, is known for its simplicity and ease of use, and the company tends to complement it well by creating devices with some of the most powerful processing hardware available in the mobile world. The iPhone is also known for its robust ecosystem of accessories, as it facilitates a very seamless experience when interacting with other Apple products, more so than most of its competitors.
About Sony
Sony has had a long history in the mobile market, entering the scene all the way back in 1993 with its first commercially available phone, the CM-H333. Nowadays, their Xperia line of phones provide well-rounded and sometimes expensive devices with a focus on camera software that includes extensive support for manual tweaking of settings. Sony's dedication to audio quality is also evident in its smartphones, which often feature high-resolution audio support while also being one of the few remaining manufacturers that consistently provide headphone jacks in their phones. The company's version of Android is also considered to be close to stock, enabling a bloatware-free experience for its users.
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