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Updated February 13, 2024·
If you prioritize a better camera and are willing to pay more, the Sony Xperia 1 V offers a high megapixel count for both the main and telephoto cameras, and superior video recording capabilities. However, the OnePlus 12 comes with a higher battery capacity and a larger screen, which may be more appealing if you are looking for long-lasting battery life and a more immersive display. The OnePlus 12 is more affordable, but if the camera is more important to you, the extra cost of the Sony Xperia 1 V could be justified. Both phones run on Android, have OLED displays, and offer high refresh rates, but the Xperia has a more unique 21:9 aspect ratio screen which is narrower and taller, potentially better for multimedia and gaming. The OnePlus has a faster charging feature included in the box, which is convenient if you often need to charge quickly. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the OnePlus 12
- Good for taking photos
- Good for recording videos
- Best in class display quality
- Best in class performance
Advantages of the Sony Xperia 1 V
- The Sony Xperia 1 V has no clear advantages over the OnePlus 12.
Key differences
Overall Camera Quality
7.8
7.1
The OnePlus 12 and Sony Xperia 1 V both have good overall camera quality, though the OnePlus 12 has somewhat better overall camera quality.
The OnePlus 12's camera quality is considered poor due to its subpar selfie camera performance, alongside limitations in photo and video features like low light performance and dynamic range. Conversely, the Sony Xperia 1 V offers fair camera quality, including moderately better selfie capabilities and a range of features providing a more versatile photography and videography experience.
Photo Quality
7.8
6.8
The OnePlus 12 takes good photos, while the Sony Xperia 1 V takes only fair photos.
The Sony Xperia 1 V outperforms the OnePlus 12 in selfie quality, which is very important for overall camera experience, indicating that the Sony model has a more capable front-facing camera for capturing self-portraits. Additionally, the Xperia 1 V's fair rating in photos is bolstered by having better resolution, more effective photo processing software, dynamic range, and low light performance, which contributes to its overall edge in camera versatility compared to the poorer performance of the OnePlus 12 in these aspects.
Video Quality
7.0
6.4
The OnePlus 12 takes good videos, while the Sony Xperia 1 V takes only fair videos.
The OnePlus 12 records videos with the highest resolution and frame rate possible on a phone, and it offers a superior video software experience with high-quality microphones; however, it struggles with stabilization and low-light performance, which detracts from its video capabilities. On the other hand, the Sony Xperia 1 V has better video stabilization and similar video software experience but records with lower resolution and frame rate, also facing challenges in low light conditions, leading to only fair video quality overall.
Cost
$800
$1,099
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The OnePlus 12 has a price of $800 and the Sony Xperia 1 V costs $1,099.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.2 Hours
8.2 Hours
The OnePlus 12 has 8.2 hours of battery life. The Sony Xperia 1 V has 8.2 hours of battery life.
Screen Size
The OnePlus 12 has a screen size of 6.82 inches and the Sony Xperia 1 V is 6.5 inches.
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How the OnePlus 12 and the Sony Xperia 1 V compare to other phones
Spec Comparison
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| OnePlus 12 | Sony Xperia 1 V |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $1,099 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | OnePlus | Sony | |
Operating System | |||
Operating System | Android | Android | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 6, 2024 | May 28, 2023 | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Screen Size | |||
Screen Size | 6.82" | 6.5" | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3168 x 1440 | 3840 x 1644 | |
Variable refresh rate | |||
Variable refresh rate | Yes | No | |
Pixels Per Inch | |||
Pixels Per Inch | 510 | 643 | |
Display Type | |||
Display Type | OLED | OLED | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | SD8G3 | SD8G2 | |
Internal Storage | |||
Internal Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB | |
CAMERA | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Overall Camera Quality Score | |||
Overall Camera Quality Score | 7.9/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Photos Score | |||
Photos Score | 7.9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Videos Score | |||
Videos Score | 7.1/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Rear Cameras | |||
Rear Cameras | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto | |
Main Camera | |||
Main Camera | 50 megapixels + OIS | 48 megapixels + OIS | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.2 Hours | 8.2 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 5400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
Wireless Charging | |||
Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Wireless charging Speed | |||
Wireless charging Speed | 50 W | 15 W | |
Reverse wireless charging | |||
Reverse wireless charging | Yes (10 watts) | Yes (5 watts) | |
PHYSICAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Size | |||
Size | 6.47" x 2.98" | 6.5" x 2.8" | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.76 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 | 5.4 | 5.3 | |
A2DP | |||
A2DP | Yes | Yes | |
WiFi Version | |||
WiFi Version | 7 | 6e | |
NFC | |||
NFC | Yes | Yes | |
US 5G Bands | |||
US 5G Bands | (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78 | (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, Fingerprint sensor: Under Display | Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Side | |
Unlockable Bootloader | |||
Unlockable Bootloader | Yes | No | |
Color | |||
Color | Silky Black, Flowy Emerald | Black | |
Stock Android | |||
Stock Android | No | Yes | |
SD Card | |||
SD Card | No | Yes | |
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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 OnePlus
OnePlus, established in 2013, is a smartphone brand that first became known for providing flagship-like devices, at a fraction of the cost compared to more expensive Android competitors. OnePlus focuses on creating smartphones with powerful hardware at reasonable prices. They also bring hardware features normally not seen in other Android phones sold in the US, such as their ultra-fast “Warp Charge” and the beloved “Alert Slider”.
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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