Xperia 1 VIII

Name: Sony Xperia 1 VIII
Brand: Sony
Rating: 75 (4 reviews)

Released May 1, 2024 · Analysis updated Jun 30, 2026

Smartphone with microSD and 3.5mm jack, natural photo quality from large sensors, dual front-firing stereo speakers, excellent gaming thermal management, and fast side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 75/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the smartphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Whatgear, Stuff, Phonearena, and Gsmarena.

Critic Score

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based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

Microsd card slot and 3.5mm headphone jack(3)

Cons

Slow charging speeds (30w wired)(2)

4 Publication Reviews

Independent publication05/2024

Independent publicationMay 13, 2024

AI summary of this review

The Xperia 1 Mark 8 is a flagship redesign that excels in battery life, display quality, and professional camera tools, making it a powerful choice for Sony fans and content creators.

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Established publication05/2026

Established publicationMay 13, 2026

AI summary of this review

Sharper looks, a much stronger zoom camera and some novice-friendly photography features widen Sony’s flagship remit, but the Xperia 1 VIII hasn’t stepped up in every aspect.

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Independent publication05/2026

Independent publicationMay 13, 2026

AI summary of this review

The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a genuinely good phone for enthusiasts, but its high price, slow charging, and minimal software make it a hard sell for the average user.

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Independent publication05/2026

Independent publicationMay 13, 2026

AI summary of this review

While the Xperia 1 VIII offers a clean software experience and powerful hardware, it is significantly hampered by poor thermal management and performance throttling.

Score estimated from the review text