iQOO 12 vs Sony Xperia 1 V
The Verdict
iQOO 12 delivers substantially better value for mainstream users with its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, blazing 120W charging, and 144Hz LTPO display at $529. Sony Xperia 1 V commands premium pricing ($1399) justified by its 4K display (3840x1644), professional Cinema Pro video suite, and IP68 durability. iQOO excels in raw performance and display refresh rates, while Sony prioritizes imaging calibration and videography workflows. Battery capacity matches at 5000 mAh, but iQOO's charging speed dominates. Sony's older Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and limited 30W wired charging feel dated at this price point. For photography enthusiasts and videographers, Sony's specialized tools justify the investment. For gamers and general users seeking flagship performance without premium pricing, iQOO 12 offers superior specs at significantly lower cost. iQOO 12 wins decisively on value proposition.
Who Should Buy
Buy the iQOO 12 if…
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers top-tier gaming and productivity performance
- →144Hz LTPO AMOLED with 3000-nit brightness is a display powerhouse
- →120W fast charging fills the 5000 mAh battery in around 25 minutes
Buy the Sony Xperia 1 V if…
- →4K 120Hz OLED display — highest resolution on any phone
- →New Exmor T stacked sensor with 2-layer design
- →Pro-grade camera app with manual controls
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
iQOO 12
Pros
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers top-tier gaming and productivity performance
- 144Hz LTPO AMOLED with 3000-nit brightness is a display powerhouse
- 120W fast charging fills the 5000 mAh battery in around 25 minutes
- 64 MP 3x telephoto periscope zoom is excellent for the price
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 for future-proof connectivity
Cons
- No IP rating for water or dust resistance
- No wireless charging despite flagship-level pricing
- Limited global availability and after-sales network
- 13 MP ultrawide is a weak point in the camera system
- OriginOS/Funtouch is heavily skinned
Sony Xperia 1 V
Pros
- 4K 120Hz OLED display — highest resolution on any phone
- New Exmor T stacked sensor with 2-layer design
- Pro-grade camera app with manual controls
- 3.5mm headphone jack retained
- 5000 mAh battery with great endurance
Cons
- $1399 is extremely expensive
- 30W charging is very slow for the price
- Software updates are slow compared to rivals
- Niche market appeal limits availability
- Auto mode camera lags behind Pixel and iPhone
Full Specifications
| Spec | iQOO 12 | Sony Xperia 1 V |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (Funtouch OS 14 / OriginOS 4) | Android 13 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 202 g | 187 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, glass back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| IP rating | None | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 75.8 x 8.1 mm | 165 x 71 x 8.3 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX920 | 52 MP, f/1.9, OIS (Exmor T sensor) |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.45 | 12 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@120fps | 4K@120fps, Cinema Pro |
| Telephoto | 64 MP, f/2.57, 3x optical zoom, OIS | 12 MP, f/2.3, 3.5x-5.2x optical zoom |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 12 MP, f/2.2 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB / 16 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 120W FlashCharge | 30W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | 15W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.78 inches | 6.5 inches |
| Type | LTPO AMOLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 2800 x 1260 | 3840 x 1644 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 3000 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz + 3x3.2 GHz + 2x3.0 GHz + 2x2.3 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 740 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
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