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Apple iPhone 11 (256GB) vs Sony Xperia 1 III

Side by side comparison between Apple iPhone 11 vs Sony Xperia 1 III phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

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Compare Sony Xperia 1 III X Apple iPhone 11 (256GB) 05Points
6.1"
IPS

828x1792

12
MP

12mp

4GB
RAM

Hexa-core

3110
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
6.5"
OLED

1644x3840

12
MP

8mp

12GB
RAM

Octa-core

4500
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Sony Xperia 1 III

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

iPhone 11 (256GB)} 5 Advantages Apple iPhone 11 (256GB) vs Xperia 1 III} 27 Advantages Sony Xperia 1 III
+NVMe (SSD)Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vsUFS 3.0
+TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT LED-Backlit IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
vsOLED
+Quad-LED flashAdvantage
The Quad-LED flash helps in dark places or in low light
vsLED flash
+(dual front camera) 12MP + 0.3MP54%
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 8MP
+UWB (Ultra Wideband)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
2.65GHz 64bit Hexa-core (7nm)vs+2.84GHz 64bit Octa-core (5nm)27%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
4GB LPDDR4Xvs+12GB LPDDR52 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
Not supportedvs+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage
More external storage for files using memory cards
194 grams (6.79 ounces)vs+186 grams (6.51 ounces)4%
Lighter
8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)vs+8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)1%
Thinner
Not supportedvs+HDR10+Advantage
The HDR10+ display provides vibrant colors and more details
60Hzvs+120Hz100%
The display reproduces more frames per second because the frequency (Hertz) is higher, improves fluidity and tires your eyes less.
16 millionvs+1 billion62 times
More colors on the screen is better quality images and videos
828x1792 pixelsvs+1644x3840 pixels3 times
Higher resolution screen
324 PPIvs+643 PPI98%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
6.1"vs+6.5"7%
Larger screen
(dual camera) 12MP + 12MPvs+(quad camera) 12MP + 12MP + 12MP + 0.3MP51%
Higher resolution main camera
Only digital zoomvs+Digital and optical zoomAdvantage
The zoom allows for better focus and approach to take pictures
1/2.55" inchesvs+1/1.7" inches50%
The larger sensor camera lets you take photos with better depth.
f/1.8 (aperture)vs+f/1.7 (aperture)6%
Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
2300000 apps (App Store)vs+3500000 apps (Google Play Store)52%
More apps available to download and use
4G LTE-Avs+5G SA/NSAAdvantage
The 5G SA/NSA network is newer and faster
(4G LTE-A) 1024 Mbpsvs+(5G SA/NSA) 2000 Mbps95%
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
Not supportedvs+Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
3110 mAhvs+4500 mAh45%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
18Wvs+30W67%
More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.
1 slot (Single-SIM)vs+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
proprietary audio outputvs+3.5mm jackAdvantage
Headsets with 3.5mm Jack size are more common and easy to find in stores
Not supportedvs+DLNAAdvantage
With DLNA technology you can access and play media files on TV, tablet or DLNA compatible device.
5.0 + A2DP/LEvs+5.2 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.2 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
USB 2.0 proprietary connectorvs+USB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-GoAdvantage
Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.
USB 2.0 proprietary connectorvs+Type-CAdvantage
Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.

25 Common items in both devices
256GB (242GB available) / 256GB (230GB available)
Aluminum frame, glass front/back
PDAF: phase detection autofocus
OIS: Optical stabilization
HDR photo/video on both cameras
4K UHD (3840x2160)
(front) 4K UHD (3840x2160)
+18 specs and more in the table below

Check the comparison table below for more items that are not evaluated in comparison score above.

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📱 Model features

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
 
ModeliPhone 11 (256GB)Xperia 1 III
Other model namesiPhone 11 A2111, A2221, A2223Sony Xperia 1 III (XQBC52V.UKCX, XQBC62/V, SO-51B, SOG03)
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandAppleSony
Release date9/20/2019, Announced: 9/10/20198/25/2021, Announced: 4/14/2021
Depth8.3 millimeters (0.33 inches)8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches)
Size (width x height)75.7 x 150.9 millimeters (2.98 x 5.94 in)71 x 165 millimeters (2.8 x 6.5 in)
Weight194 grams (6.79 ounces)186 grams (6.51 ounces)
Build, materialsAluminum frame, glass front/backAluminum frame, glass front/back
Protection against water and othersIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistantIP68 certified: water-resistant up to 1.5 meters for 30min and dust-resistant

📲 Display

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
Display typeTFT LED-Backlit IPS LCDOLED
Screen size6.1" inches6.5" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~80% (screen-to-body ratio)~84.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution828x1792 pixels (19.5:9)1644x3840 pixels (21:9)
TouchscreenCapacitive Multitouch 10-pointsCapacitive Multitouch 10-points
Pixel density (dot pitch)324 PPI643 PPI
Colors16 million1 billion
Scratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glassGorilla Glass Victus
Refresh rate60Hz120Hz
Display features625nits[typ]
Oleophobic coating screen
HDR10+
HDR BT.2020

🤖 Operating System

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
System versioniOS 13Android 11
Firmware updateiOS 16Android 13
User Interfacefeature not registeredfeature not registered

⚙️ Processor

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
Chipset64bit: Apple A13 Bionic (7nm)64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 (SM8350) (5nm)
CPUHexa-core, 2 processors:
2x 2.65GHz Lightning (Dual-core)
4x 1.8GHz Thunder (Quad-core)
Octa-core, 3 processors:
1x 2.84GHz Kryo 680 (Single-core)
3x 2.42GHz Kryo 680 (Triple-core)
4x 1.8GHz Kryo 680 (Quad-core)
GPU graphical controllerApple GPU MP4Qualcomm Adreno 660 (840MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 419453 (v7)
Geekbench: 13882 (v4.4)
GFXBench: 60fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
AnTuTu: 607423 (v8)
Geekbench: 3515 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 54fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

💽 Memory and storage

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
RAM memory4GB LPDDR4X12GB LPDDR5
Internal storage256GB (242GB available)
NVMe (SSD)
256GB (230GB available)
UFS 3.0
External storageNot supportedUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(hybrid slot/shares the same SIM-2 slot)

📶 Mobile networks

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
Dual-SIMNot supportedDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(hybrid slot/shares the same microSD slot)
SIM card1 slot (Single-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload1024/150 Mbps2000/1024 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G, 4G, 5G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800/1900, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/1700/1900/2100
UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat16
VoLTE
A2221 version:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
A2111, A2223 version:
LTE (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (Bands 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48)
LTE Cat20
VoLTE
America version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48)
Europe version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
Asia version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
Primary 5G networkNot supportedAmerica version:
SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78)
Europe version:
SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78)
Asia version:
SA/NSA/Sub6 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79)
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA
Secondary 2G networkNot supportedGSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G networkNot supportedUMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100
Secondary 4G networkNot supportedLTE Cat20
VoLTE
America version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 66, 71)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 48)
Europe version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
Asia version:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 66)
TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46)
Secondary data networkNot supportedGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA

📷 Camera

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
12 megapixels
12MP ultrawide f/2.413mm
(quad camera)
12 megapixels
12MP telephoto f/2.3|70mmf/2.8|105mm1/2.9"PDAFOIS4.4x-optical-zoom
12MP ultrawide f/2.2124°16mm1/2.6"PDAF
0.3MP depth TOF3D
Main camera resolution4000x3000 pixels4000x3000 pixels
Video recording (primary)4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps4K UHD (3840x2160) 120 fps
FlashQuad-LED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)f/1.7 (aperture)
Focal length26mm lens24mm lens
Sensor size1/2.55" inches1/1.7" inches
Pixel size1.4µm pixel1.8µm pixel
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilizationOIS: Optical stabilization
ZoomOnly digital zoomDigital and optical zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedSupported
HDRHDR photo/video on both camerasHDR photo/video on both cameras
Camera extrasfeature not registered4K@24/25/30/60/120fps
1080p@30/60/120fps
Zeiss optics
Exmor RS

📸 Front camera

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
Front camera (secondary)(dual front camera)
12 megapixels
0.3MP SL 3D
8 megapixels
Front camera resolution4000x3000 pixels3264x2448 pixels
Video recording (secondary)4K UHD (3840x2160)4K UHD (3840x2160)
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)f/2.0 (aperture)
Focal length23mm lens24mm lens
Sensor sizefeature not registered1/4" inches
Pixel sizefeature not registered1.12µm pixel

🔉 Sound and multimedia

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
LoudspeakerStereo sound
Dolby Atmos
Stereo sound
24-bit/192kHz
Dolby Atmos
Dynamic vibration system
Active noise cancellation2 microphones or more2 microphones or more
RadioNot supportedNot supported
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMPEG4, H.265, H.264, MOVMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, AAX+, AIFFMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
USBUSB 2.0 proprietary connectorUSB 3.1 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go
Audio outputproprietary audio output3.5mm jack
TV outputProprietary TV-outUSB Type-C (reversible)
Bluetooth5.0 + A2DP/LE5.2 + A2DP/LE
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi hotspot
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO
WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNANot supportedSupported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS
NFCSupportedSupported
Infrared portNot supportedNot supported

🧭 Sensors

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
SensorsAccelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Gyroscope
Proximity sensor
UWB (Ultra Wideband)
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Barometer
Compass
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (side-mounted)
Gyroscope
Hall effect
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
Battery typeLi-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity3110 mAh4500 mAh
Charger, watts18W (9V/2A) Wired fast charging
USB Power Delivery 2.0
30W Wired fast charging
Reverse charging by cable
USB Power Delivery 1.0
Inductive / wireless chargingQi wireless chargingQi Wireless charging (Qi/WPC)
Reverse wireless charging
Talk time autonomyfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Standbyfeature not registeredfeature not registered

➕ Other features

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Black, Green, Yellow, Purple, Red, White
• Face ID
• Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX)
• Colors: Frosted Black, Gray, Purple
• 60Hz display in 4K resolution
• PS5 Remote Play
• DUALSHOCK 4 compatibility

☢️ Radiation rate

iPhone 11 (256GB)Sony Xperia 1 III
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)1.09W/kg (head), 1.18W/kg (body)feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)0.95W/kg (head), 0.99W/kg (body)feature not registered
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