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Updated January 10, 2024·

If you’re looking for a phone with a larger screen size and potentially better battery life, consider the Google Pixel 7 Pro. However, if camera versatility is a priority, the Sony Xperia 1 III offers unique features such as a variable telephoto lens and a dedicated shutter button for photography enthusiasts. Both phones offer similar premium build quality and operate on Android, but keep in mind that the Xperia's camera features and smaller, higher-resolution screen may translate into a higher price compared to the Pixel 7 Pro which can give comparable performance for less money. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Google Pixel 7 Pro
  • Very good for taking photos
  • Good for recording videos
Advantages of the Sony Xperia 1 III
  • The Sony Xperia 1 III has no clear advantages over the Google Pixel 7 Pro.

Key differences

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Overall Camera Quality

8.4
Pixel 7 Pro
Xperia 1 III
6.0
The Google Pixel 7 Pro has very good overall camera quality, while the Sony Xperia 1 III has only fair overall camera quality.

Photo Quality

8.5
Pixel 7 Pro
Xperia 1 III
5.9
The Google Pixel 7 Pro takes very good photos, while the Sony Xperia 1 III takes poor photos.

Video Quality

7.5
Pixel 7 Pro
Xperia 1 III
6.0
The Google Pixel 7 Pro takes good videos, while the Sony Xperia 1 III takes only fair videos.

Battery

6.7 Hours
Pixel 7 Pro
Xperia 1 III
5.6 Hours
The Google Pixel 7 Pro has 6.7 hours of battery life. The Sony Xperia 1 III has 5.6 hours of battery life.
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Key similarities

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Screen Size

The Google Pixel 7 Pro has a screen size of 6.7 inches and the Sony Xperia 1 III is 6.5 inches.

Cost

$899
Pixel 7 Pro
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$899
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The Google Pixel 7 Pro has a price of $899 and the Sony Xperia 1 III costs $899.

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How the Google Pixel 7 Pro and the Sony Xperia 1 III compare to other phones

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Spec Comparison

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Google Pixel 7 ProSony Xperia 1 III
Google Pixel 7 ProSony Xperia 1 III

GENERAL

Price
$899
$899
Brand
GoogleSony
Operating System
AndroidAndroid
Release Date
October 13, 2022August 25, 2021

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.7"6.5"
Resolution
3120 x 14403840 x 1644
Variable refresh rate
YesNo
Pixels Per Inch
512643
Display Type
OLEDOLED

INTERNAL

Processor
TensorG2SD888
Internal Storage
128 GB256 GB
RAM
12 GB12 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
8.5/106/10
Photos Score
8.6/105.9/10
Videos Score
7.6/106/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, Super TelephotoMain, Ultrawide, Telephoto
Main Camera
50 megapixels + OIS12 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
6.7 Hours5.6 Hours
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh4500 mAh
Wireless Charging
YesYes
Wireless charging Speed
23 W15 W
Reverse wireless charging
Yes (5 watts)No

PHYSICAL

Size
6.41" x 3.02"6.5" x 2.8"
Weight
7.48 oz5.93 oz
Back Material
GlassGlass
Stereo Speakers
NoYes

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
YesYes
Bluetooth Version
5.25.2
A2DP
YesYes
WiFi Version
6e6
NFC
YesYes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78, 257, 258, 260, 261 (SA/NSA/Sub6) 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 (SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under DisplayFingerprint sensor: Side
Unlockable Bootloader
Yes (Except Verizon Models)No
Color
Hazel, Snow, ObsidianBlack
Stock Android
YesYes
SD Card
NoYes

Shopping

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Google Pixel 7 Pro

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Ars Technica

Ron Amadeo | October 2022
"The Pixel 7 Pro is good! The software is clean and quickly updated. The camera takes great pictures. The performance is a buttery smooth 120 fps. Those are all the reasons to buy it over anything else, especially its Android competition, where it sweeps every one of those categories."

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 Google

Google can be considered a relatively new player in the smartphone industry, joining as late as 2016 with their phone, the Google Pixel. Since then, the Pixel lineup has undergone many changes, but it has always been characterized by a focus on photography and clean software, by providing a pure Android experience. By virtue of Google being the creator of the Android operating system, Pixels are known for receiving timely software updates and for being supported with updates for a long time. Additionally, over the past few generations of devices, Google started designing their own processors. This allowed for the implementation of unique software features that are not present in any other phone, such as automatic call screening and unique voice transcribing capabilities.

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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