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Updated January 10, 2024·

If you prioritize a higher-resolution camera and you often use your phone for photography, the Sony Xperia 1 V offers more impressive camera specs. However, the iPhone 13 Pro, while offering a slightly less powerful camera system, still delivers high-quality photos and videos and may be more user-friendly for casual photography. The Xperia 1 V also has a larger screen and higher screen resolution, which could be better for media consumption and gaming, but the iPhone 13 Pro offers a more compact form factor which some may find easier to handle. If long battery life is critical for you, the iPhone 13 Pro is known for lasting longer on a single charge. The operating systems differ as well, with the iPhone 13 Pro running iOS and the Xperia 1 V running Android, which can deeply affect your user experience based on your preference and ecosystem investment. Overall, if the best camera technology and a larger, crisper screen are your priorities and you are comfortable with Android, the Xperia 1 V is a solid choice, but if you prefer iOS, a more compact phone with longer battery life, and a still excellent camera, the iPhone 13 Pro offers a great balance, often at a somewhat lower price point. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Apple iPhone 13 Pro
  • Good for taking photos
  • Very good for recording videos
  • Best in class display quality
Advantages of the Sony Xperia 1 V
  • Very good battery life

Key differences

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Overall Camera Quality

8.0
iPhone 13 Pro
Xperia 1 V
7.1
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has very good overall camera quality, while the Sony Xperia 1 V has good overall camera quality.

Photo Quality

7.8
iPhone 13 Pro
Xperia 1 V
6.8
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro takes good photos, while the Sony Xperia 1 V takes only fair photos.

Video Quality

8.6
iPhone 13 Pro
Xperia 1 V
6.4
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro takes very good videos, while the Sony Xperia 1 V takes only fair videos.

Battery

6.9 Hours
iPhone 13 Pro
Xperia 1 V
8.2 Hours
The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has 6.9 hours of battery life. The Sony Xperia 1 V has 8.2 hours of battery life.

Screen Size

The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a screen size of 6.1 inches and the Sony Xperia 1 V is 6.5 inches.

Cost

$567
iPhone 13 Pro
Xperia 1 V
$1,099
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The Apple iPhone 13 Pro has a price of $567 and the Sony Xperia 1 V costs $1,099.
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How the Apple iPhone 13 Pro and the Sony Xperia 1 V compare to other phones

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Spec Comparison

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Apple iPhone 13 ProSony Xperia 1 V
Apple iPhone 13 ProSony Xperia 1 V

GENERAL

Price
$567
$1,099
Brand
AppleSony
Operating System
iOSAndroid
Release Date
September 24, 2021May 28, 2023

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.1"6.5"
Resolution
2532 x 11703840 x 1644
Variable refresh rate
YesNo
Pixels Per Inch
460643
Display Type
OLEDOLED

INTERNAL

Processor
A15SD8G2
Internal Storage
128 GB256 GB
RAM
6 GB12 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
8/107.1/10
Photos Score
7.9/106.8/10
Videos Score
8.6/106.4/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, TelephotoMain, Ultrawide, Telephoto
Main Camera
12 megapixels + OIS48 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
6.9 Hours8.2 Hours
Battery Capacity
3095 mAh5000 mAh
Wireless Charging
YesYes
Wireless charging Speed
15 W15 W
Reverse wireless charging
NoYes (5 watts)

PHYSICAL

Size
5.78" x 2.81"6.5" x 2.8"
Weight
7.20 oz6.60 oz
Back Material
GlassGlass
Stereo Speakers
NoYes

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
YesYes
Bluetooth Version
5.05.3
A2DP
YesYes
WiFi Version
66e
NFC
YesYes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 79(SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlockFace unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Side
Unlockable Bootloader
NoNo
Color
Alpine Green, Graphite, Sierra Blue, Gold, SilverBlack
Stock Android
N/AYes
SD Card
NoYes

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Apple iPhone 13 Pro

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Android Authority

Dhruv Bhutani | October 2021
"The basic foundation of the phone is rock solid and essentials like UI navigation, apps, security, and privacy features are polished to a sheen. The camera works consistently well and takes some of the best pictures you can get out of a phone. The phone further embellishes it with performance that won’t have you reaching for a replacement for years, and the battery life is hands-down amongst the best you can get on a flagship. If you’ve been eyeing an iPhone, the iPhone 13 Pro is as good as it gets."

Sony Xperia 1 V

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Android Police

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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