Sony Xperia 1 IV vs Xiaomi 14 Pro
The Verdict
Sony's Xperia 1 IV targets videography enthusiasts with its 4K@120fps Cinema Pro mode and continuous 85-125mm zoom lens, delivering professional-grade video tools. However, the Xiaomi 14 Pro edges ahead as the more well-rounded flagship. Xiaomi's 50 MP cameras with variable aperture (f/1.42-f/4.0) and 1/1.31" sensor capture superior stills in varied lighting, while its Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor outperforms the older Gen 1 chip. The 14 Pro's 120W fast charging, 50W wireless charging, and superior 3000-nit peak brightness display create a significantly better daily experience. Sony's 5000 mAh battery and lighter 185g build offer modest advantages, but the Xiaomi's larger 6.73-inch display, HyperOS refinement, and lower $1099 price point deliver better value. For professional filmmakers, Sony justifies its premium; for most users seeking flagship performance and versatility, Xiaomi 14 Pro is the smarter choice.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Sony Xperia 1 IV if…
- →True optical continuous zoom (85-125mm) is unique
- →4K 120Hz OLED display
- →Professional video recording with Cinema Pro
Buy the Xiaomi 14 Pro if…
- →Bright 3000-nit LTPO AMOLED display
- →Variable-aperture main camera with Leica tuning
- →Insanely fast 120W wired charging
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Sony Xperia 1 IV
Pros
- True optical continuous zoom (85-125mm) is unique
- 4K 120Hz OLED display
- Professional video recording with Cinema Pro
- 3.5mm headphone jack
- microSD card slot for expandable storage
Cons
- $1599 was the most expensive mainstream phone
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 overheating problems
- 12 MP sensors felt dated versus competition
- Slow 30W charging
- Point-and-shoot camera results behind rivals
Xiaomi 14 Pro
Pros
- Bright 3000-nit LTPO AMOLED display
- Variable-aperture main camera with Leica tuning
- Insanely fast 120W wired charging
- Top-tier Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset
Cons
- Not officially sold in the US
- HyperOS bloatware in some markets
- Heavy and slippery glass back
- Telephoto limited to 3.2x reach
Full Specifications
| Spec | Sony Xperia 1 IV | Xiaomi 14 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 12 | Android 14, HyperOS |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 185 g | 223 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus | Aluminum frame, glass back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP68 |
| Dimensions | 165 x 71 x 8.2 mm | 161.4 x 75.3 x 8.5 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 12 MP, f/1.7, OIS | 50 MP variable f/1.42-f/4.0, 1/1.31" Light Hunter 900 |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.0 | 32 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 4K@120fps, Cinema Pro | 8K@24fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 12 MP, f/2.3-2.8, 85-125mm continuous zoom | 50 MP 3.2x f/2.0 |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB / 16 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 4880 mAh |
| Charging | 30W wired | 120W wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W wireless | 50W wireless |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.5 inches | 6.73 inches |
| Type | OLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 3840 x 1644 | 3200 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1000 | 3000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz + 3x2.5 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 + 5x3.2 GHz A720 + 2x2.3 GHz A520) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 750 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 3.2 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.4 |
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