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Updated January 16, 2024·
If you're looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Apple iPhone 11 offers a solid choice with a lower price tag compared to the Sony Xperia 1 V. The iPhone 11 has a smaller screen and lower screen resolution, which might be more manageable for some users. The camera system is competent, but the Xperia 1 V boasts a higher resolution camera setup and more advanced features suitable for photography enthusiasts. Sony’s phone also has a significantly larger battery, which should provide longer battery life, and it supports a higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals. The operating systems are different, with the iPhone running iOS and the Xperia on Android, so consider which ecosystem you prefer. If top-tier specs are less critical and you want to save money, go for the iPhone 11; if you prioritize a superior camera, display, and longer battery life and are willing to pay more, the Xperia 1 V could be the better choice. 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 V.
Advantages of the Sony Xperia 1 V
- Very good battery life
- Very good display quality
- Excellent performance
Key differences
Photo Quality
6.2
6.8
The Sony Xperia 1 V and Apple iPhone 11 both have only fair photos, though the Sony Xperia 1 V takes somewhat better photos.
The Apple iPhone 11 produces fair selfies primarily because, although the selfie photo quality is good, it is somewhat offset by fair scores in camera versatility and dynamic range. In comparison, the Sony Xperia 1 V sees a similar overall selfie performance due to fair scores in selfie quality and camera versatility despite very good scores in other areas such as photo resolution and photos software experience.
Battery
7.1 Hours
8.2 Hours
The Apple iPhone 11 has 7.1 hours of battery life. The Sony Xperia 1 V has 8.2 hours of battery life.
Screen Size
The Apple iPhone 11 has a screen size of 6.1 inches and the Sony Xperia 1 V is 6.5 inches.
Cost
$271
$1,099
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The Apple iPhone 11 has a price of $271 and the Sony Xperia 1 V costs $1,099.
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Key similarities
Overall Camera Quality
6.6
7.1
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Sony Xperia 1 V to have good overall camera quality, while the Apple iPhone 11 has only fair overall camera quality.
The Apple iPhone 11's selfie camera has a good performance, which makes it a considerable option if selfie quality is very important for you, although its overall photo software experience and camera versatility are rated as poor to fair. In contrast, the Sony Xperia 1 V offers a fair selfie camera experience, with a slightly better rating in photo software experience, but still shares fair marks in camera versatility and dynamic range, which might not make it the standout choice if you're looking for significant improvements in these areas.
Video Quality
6.8
6.4
The Apple iPhone 11 and Sony Xperia 1 V both have only fair videos.
The Apple iPhone 11 and the Sony Xperia 1 V both produce fair videos due to their good video stabilization, which helps keep footage smooth. However, they have limitations in video dynamic range and low light performance, and while both have good mic quality, they don't excel in these areas, hence the overall fair video performance.
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How the Apple iPhone 11 and the Sony Xperia 1 V compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Apple iPhone 11 | Sony Xperia 1 V |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$271 | $1,099 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Apple | Sony | |
Operating System | |||
Operating System | iOS | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 20, 2019 | May 28, 2023 | |
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 | SD8G2 | |
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 | 7.1/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 6.2/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 6.8/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 12 megapixels + OIS | 48 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.1 Hours | 8.2 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 3110 mAh | 5000 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 | Yes (5 watts) | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 5.94" x 2.98" | 6.5" x 2.8" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.84 oz | 6.60 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 | 5.3 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 6 | 6e | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | N/A | (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 | |
OTHER FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Biometric unlock | |||
Biometric unlock | Face 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 V
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Will Sattelberg | June 2023
"The Sony Xperia 1 V is unlike anything else you'll find on the market today. With an ultra-tall 4K OLED panel, a textured glass back for added grip, and all of the manual controls Alpha fans could ask for, this is nothing like modern Android flagships — something that might win over some old-school smartphone fans."
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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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