Sony Xperia 1 V

Sony Xperia 1 V

Sony Xperia 1 V price in Kenya is Kes 160,500.  The 5G smartphone measures 165 x 71 x 8.3 mm and weighs 187g. Its body is made of a glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), and aluminum frame, all curved up in a sleek, ergonomic design. Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) make GSM connectivity possible, besides being IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min).

It features a 6.5-inch OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020, with 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~643 ppi density) resolution, all protected by the tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Sony Xperia 1 V runs on Android 13 OS and is powered by an Octa-core Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) processor, anchored by 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM that comes along with microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot).

Capture awesome pictures and 4K videos with the 12MP selfie camera and 48MP + 12MP primary camera. Connectivity on the smartphone is 5G gsm connectivity, Bluetooth v5.3, Wifi, NFC and USB Type-C 3.2, OTG.

Powering Sony Xperia 5 V is Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable, recharged through wireless support, and 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min. The handset is available at Phoneplace Kenya in Black, Khaki Green, and Platinum Silver.

Unique Selling Points

• Cameras record high-quality 4K Videos
• The handset is IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min), making you have fewer worries about water and splashes messing your phone
• Powerful Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset great for gaming and intensive tasks
• Large 128GB 12GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM storage specifications, along with microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
• Fast charging, wireless charging, and reverse charging.

Sony Xperia 5 V Specifications and Features

Brand	Sony
Name	Xperia 1 V
Weight	187g
Size	165 x 71 x 8.3 mm
Build	Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame
Color	Black, Khaki Green, Platinum Silver
SIM	Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Waterproof	IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Display	Size: 6.5 inches Type: OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020 Resolution: 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~643 ppi density) Protector: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
Processor	Chipset: Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) CPU: Octa-core (1×3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) GPU: Adreno 740
Operating System	Android 13, upgradable to Android 14
Camera	Selfie Camera Lens: 12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9″, 1.25µm Features: HDR Video Capture: 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 5-axis gyro-EIS Main Camera 48 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.35″, 1.12µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.5″, Dual Pixel PDAF Features: Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking Video Recording: 4K@24/25/30/60/120fps HDR, 1080p@30/60/120fps; 5-axis gyro-EIS, OIS
Communication	3.5mm jack, 24-bit/192kHz audio, Dynamic vibration system  stereo speakers
Connectivity	Network GSM/ HSPA/LTE/5G 2G, 3G,4G,5G Bands HSPA, LTE-A, 5G network speed WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA Bluetooth: 5.3, A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive NFC USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, DisplayPort
Sensors	Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass, color spectrum Native Sony Alpha camera support
Battery	Type: Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable Fast charging: 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min Wireless charging Reverse charging.
Price	Kes 70,000

 

 Product Description

Design and Build

Designed to fit into your life as you live it, this sleek and stylish phone will open up a new world of possibilities.  It measures 165 x 71 x 8.3 mm and weighs 187g. the body has a glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back, and aluminum frame. It is IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) and supports Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by).

Overall, Sony Xperia 1 V’s sleek, slim body and the premium materials used to build its outer frame and back pane make it a desirable handset that appeals to the upper class and those who value great design and engineering that accompanies high-performance smartphones. It is designed to fit neatly into your lifestyle, with a simple and flat form and a camera unit matched with the body color for an iconic look. You can select from among the color options provided by Sony for its Xperia 5V Model:

• Khaki Green
• Platinum Silver
• Black

Display

Enjoy an immersive user experience on Sony’s 6.5-inch OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020 display. The cinematic experience is further enhanced by 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~643 ppi density) on the excellent 98.6 cm²  screen.  Whether it is a game you are immersed in, videos on YouTube, or navigating through your gallery, you will find a Sony Xperia 1 V display one of a kind for the best experience. Protecting the screen is a tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.

Sony’s Camera Set up

Xperia can capture you and your world, making all the moments in your life a great memory. All you have to do is point and shoot; the Xperia 1 V will do all the work.

Capture awesome selfies with the single, 12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9″, 1.25µm front camera capable of recording 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps videos with 5-axis gyro-EIS for image stabilization.

The main camera consists of a dual-camera setup:

• 48 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.35″, 1.12µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS
• 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.5″, Dual Pixel PDAF

The primary camera has excellent features, such as Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, LED flash, panorama, HDR, and eye tracking. Record amazing 4K@24/25/30/60/120fps HDR, 1080p@30/60/120fps videos, aided by 5-axis gyro-EIS and OIS.

You can edit and easily create a video by selecting photos, videos, and music; the Video Creator will automatically do all the work for you.

Sony Xperia 1 V Performance

Operating System

Xperia 1 V runs on Android 13, upgradeable to Android 14 OS. This gives you access to applications and user-friendly software that make navigating, access to functions, and interactivity.

Processor

Sony Xperia 1 V is exceptional in processing, considering it packs a punch with its Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset. The chipset perfectly matches and fits the demands of 5G bands regarding multi-tasking, AI support, and gaming. integrated into the chipset are an efficient Octa-core (1×3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2×2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3×2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) CPU and magnificent Adreno 740 GPU.

Memory

Phone storage is critical to the optimal functionality of any handset. As a high-performance smartphone, the Xperia 5 V packs an impressive range of memory storage specifications. The RAM and internal memory enable unlimited storage of applications you need on the device and files you need to always be with you as you travel, commute, and work.

Sony Xperia 1 V packs:

• 128GB 12GB RAM
• 256GB 12GB RAM

Entertainment

Music and videos are more exciting with Xperia. With the Xperia 1 V, you will enjoy high-quality music and videos with a brilliant display, front-stage stereo speakers, and technologies that will improve the content. Just enjoy it.

Gaming

Play for fun or play to win. Whether you play games to pass the time or to win competitions, the Xperia 1 V will elevate every mobile gaming experience.

Connectivity

Xperia 1 V is 5G network enabled. With 5G connectivity, you stand to benefit from fast uploading and downloading of large files and seamless video communications with family and friends.

Enjoy fast internet connectivity with Sony’s Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and DLNA, which limits poor internet connectivity, safer and quicker connection as you search the internet, download images and videos, and use Video Applications such as Google and Zoom for video communications.

Equally, Bluetooth 5.3, A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive provide you with a wireless connectivity option to connect your smart devices to your handset and, through intelligent technology, ensure smooth, safe, and reliable connectivity wherever you need to pair your devices to listen or transfer data.

GPS

Step up and step out to travel and know places through exploration. GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, and QZSS provide accurate locations of places you intend to visit and shareability options in case you need tracking.

Other forms of connectivity

Sony Xperia 1 V supports NFC. It does not support FM Radio, but it comes installed with a 3.5mm jack port to plug in your wired headphones and listen to your hitlist or motivational videos as you commute or during your downtime. Moreover, USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, and DisplayPort enable fast, seamless wired connectivity data transfer and the handset’s lithium battery recharges.

Sensors

Sensors play an essential function in better control and handling of modern smartphones. For example, sensors help you adjust from portrait to landscape mode when recording videos with scenic mountains in the background. Xperia 1 V packs:

• Fingerprint (side-mounted) sensor
• Accelerometer
•  Gyro
• Proximity
• Barometer
• Compass
• color spectrum
• Native Sony Alpha camera support

Make use of these sensors for your best user experience.

Battery and Power Management

Sony Xperia1 V packs a 5,000 lithium non-removable battery that can last until the next day. Forget about running out of power. You can start the day with Xperia 5 V fully charged and reach the next morning with up to 50% of the battery left. That gives you more time to do what you love. The 30W wired, PD3.0, and PPS recharged 1-50% in 30 minutes through fast charging. The charging system also supports wireless and reverse charging.

Pros and Cons of Sony Xperia 1 V

Pros

• Light and slim handset
• Great design with Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back, aluminum frame body makeup
• 5G connectivity
• Native Sony Alpha camera support
• Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
• IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min)
• An immersive 120Hz, ~449 ppi density OLED display
• Massive RAM and ROM are ideal for a high-performance handset.
• The display is protected by a tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2
• Powerful Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset for AI functions, multitasking and gaming
• A decent camera setup consisting of a dual 48MP + 12MP primary camera
• 4K video recording capabilities with 5-axis gyro-EIS and OIS support for image stabilization.
• A side-mounted fingerprint scanner for enhanced security on your smartphone.
• Powerful and large battery capacity at 5,000mAh
• Xperia 5V supports fast charging (1-50% in 30 minutes), wireless and reverse charging
• Sony Xperia 5V makes it super for an excellent gaming experience.
• Supports NFC
• Supports 3.5mm jack port
• Comes with microSDXC slot

Cons

• High price tag
• No FM Radio
• microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot), not dedicated slot.
• No optical zoom on cameras
• The accessory connector is back to having POGO pins, which may be prone to breaking.

Alternative Devices to Sony Xperia 1 V

• Google Pixel 8
• Oppo Reno 10 Pro
• Sony Xperia 5 V
• Samsung Galaxy S23 FE

You can check out more Sony Xperia phones in Kenya.