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Google Pixel 8 vs Sony Xperia 1 V
Product A: Google
106 of 162 known
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Product B: Sony
80 of 162 known
Change Sony Xperia 1 V
82 of 154 fields differ
- 44 different values
- 38 known for one only
- 24 the same
- 48 missing for both
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AGoogle: 70.8 × 150.5 mm
- BSony: 71 × 165 mm
Weight
0 to 250 g
All 162 fields
Every value links to where we found it.

General
9 of 11 differ
Series
Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
Not available
Not available
Announced
Status
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Predecessor
Successor
Launch price (US)
From $6993Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/google-pixel-8-proRead 10 October 20266Measurementgsmarena.com/google_pixel_8-12546.phpRead 10 October 20267Measurementgsmarena.com/google_pixel_8-review-2628p3.phpRead 10 October 2026
Not available
Launch price (EU)
Not available
Markets
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Colours
Form factor
OS support period (claimed)
Not available
Security support period (claimed)
Not available
Security updates until
Not available
Body
8 of 16 differ
Height
Width
Thickness
Thickness with camera bump
Not available
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Folded dimensions
Not available
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Weight
Frame
Front
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 27Reviewgsmarena.com/sony_xperia_1_v-review-2567.phpRead 5 October 2026
Back
Dust and water rating
Water resistance depth
Not available
Water resistance time
30min5Spec databasegsmarena.com/google_pixel_8-12546.phpRead 10 October 2026Same body row, 30 minutes.
Not available
MIL-STD-810
Not available
Not available
SIM capacity
Nano-SIMs1eSIM onlyNo1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Dual SIM with a single nano-SIM and an eSIM. The number of active eSIMs is not stated.
Nano-SIMs1Active eSIM capacity1eSIM onlyNo2Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mobile/xperia-1m5/v1/en/print.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original XQ-DQ54 section supports one physical nano-SIM plus configured eSIM simultaneously, with independent memory card. DQ62/DQ72 physical dual-SIM arrangement excluded. No two simultaneously active eSIMs established.
Stylus
Not available
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Stylus name
Not available
Not available
Display
10 of 24 differ
Screen size
Resolution
Pixel density
424.5ppi
642.6ppi
Aspect ratio
Display type
Display type (as published)
Max refresh rate
Min refresh rate
Not available
Touch sampling rate
Not available
Not available
Instant touch sampling
Not available
Not available
Display brightness (typical, claimed)
Not available
Not available
Outdoor brightness (claimed)
Not available
Not available
Peak display brightness (claimed)
Not available
Minimum brightness
Not available
Not available
Colour depth per channel
Not available
DCI-P3 coverage
Not available
Not available
HDR playback formats
Not available
PWM dimming frequency
Not available
Not available
Always-on display
Front camera cutout
Not available
Cover screen size
Not available
Not available
Cover screen resolution
Not available
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Cover screen refresh rate
Not available
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Cover screen type
Not available
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Platform
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OS at launch
Software
Not available
Latest stable OS (verified)
Not available
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Chipset
Process
CPU cores
CPU configuration
AGoogle Pixel 8
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ARM Cortex-X3 | 2.91 |
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A715 | 2.37 |
| 4 | ARM Cortex-A510 | 1.7 |
BSony Xperia 1 V
| Count | Core | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ARM Cortex-X3 | 3.2 |
| 2 | ARM Cortex-A715 | 2.8 |
| 2 | ARM Cortex-A710 | 2.8 |
| 3 | ARM Cortex-A510 | 2 |
Max CPU clock
2.91GHz
3.2GHz
GPU
NPU performance
Not available
Not available
Memory
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RAM
RAM type
Storage (nominal)
Storage type
Memory card
Rear cameras
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Physical rear cameras
AGoogle Pixel 8
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 50 | 1.68 | 25 | 1/1.31" | 1.2 | Octa PD | Yes | 82° |
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2.2 | Not available | 1/2.9" | 1.25 | Not available | Not available | 125.8° |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Maker gives resolution, aperture, pixel width, field of view, 1/1.31 inch main sensor with Octa PD and OIS on wide, and an ultrawide with autofocus. The ultrawide autofocus type is not stated, so it is left out. The 25 mm equivalent focal length and the 1/2.9 inch ultrawide format come from the GSMArena spec page and review.5Spec databasegsmarena.com/google_pixel_8-12546.phpRead 10 October 2026Sensor format of the ultrawide (1/2.9 inch) and the 25 mm equivalent focal length of the main camera come from the spec row Main Camera.
BSony Xperia 1 V
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | OIS | Optical zoom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 12 | 2.2 | 16 | 1/2.5 inch | 1.4 | Dual Pixel PDAF | Not available | Not available |
| Main | 48 | 1.9 | 24 | 1/1.35 inch | 1.12 | Dual Pixel PDAF | Yes | Not available |
| Telephoto | 12 | 2.3 | Not available | 1/3.5 inch | 1 | PDAF | Yes | 5.2× |
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/e84063cd-1250-41ad-8c72-d90616f2dbba/-/inline/no/Xperia%201%20V%20-%20specs.pdfRead 5 October 2026Three physical lenses. Main 52 MP full aspect, 48 MP effective and 12 MP still recording. Effective 48 MP retained. One physical 85-125 mm telephoto zoom lens, not two cameras. Scalar variable focal length omitted. Generic maker AF is not guessed into autofocus subtype.8Reviewgsmarena.com/sony_xperia_1_v-review-2567p5.phpRead 5 October 2026Original exact-model camera chapter and introduction expressly give main f/1.9/native 1.12 micrometre/Dual Pixel PDAF, ultrawide f/2.2/native 1.4 micrometre/Dual Pixel PDAF, tele PDAF/native 1.0 micrometre and continuous 3.5-5.2x physical optical zoom. Tele widest f/2.3 at 85 mm versus f/2.8 at 125 mm retained in note. Variable scalar focal length omitted. Maker optical format 1/2.5 inch retained over review 1/2.55 rounding. Sensor part numbers are not inherited from uncertain hardware identification or sensor-family branding.
Number of rear cameras
2
3
Main camera
50MP
48MP
Longest physical-lens optical zoom
Not available
5.2×
Maximum photo digital zoom
Not available
Flash
Not available
Not available
Camera features
Ultra HDR, Best Take, Macro Focus, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, Motion mode, Real Tone, Face Unblur, Panorama, Manual white balancing, Locked Folder, Night Sight, Astrophotography, Top Shot, Portrait mode, Portrait Light, Super Res Zoom, Motion auto-focus, Frequent Faces, Dual exposure controls, Live HDR+, Single-zone laser detect autofocus1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Camera features list, plus the single-zone LDAF sensor listed with the rear camera.
S-Cinetone for mobile, Creative Look, Night shooting function, Product showcase setting, Real-time Eye AF, Real-time Tracking1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/e84063cd-1250-41ad-8c72-d90616f2dbba/-/inline/no/Xperia%201%20V%20-%20specs.pdfRead 5 October 2026
Maximum rear video rate per resolution
AGoogle Pixel 8
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 240 |
BSony Xperia 1 V
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 120 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 120 |
Max video resolution
3840 × 2160px
3840 × 2160px
Recorded video HDR formats
Not available
Not available
Log recording
Not available
Not available
Video recording codecs
HEVC (H.265), AVC (H.264)1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Maker video formats line.
Not available
Video stabilisation
Front camera
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Front cameras
AGoogle Pixel 8
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Focal length (35 mm equivalent) (mm) | Sensor optical format | Pixel size (µm) | Autofocus | Field of view |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultrawide | 10.5 | 2.2 | 20 | 1/3.1" | 1.22 | Fixed | 95° |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Maker: 10.5 MP dual PD selfie camera with fixed focus, 1.22 um pixels, f/2.2 and 95 degree field of view. Sensor format and 20 mm equivalent come from the GSMArena spec page.5Spec databasegsmarena.com/google_pixel_8-12546.phpRead 10 October 2026Selfie camera row gives the 1/3.1 inch sensor format and the 20 mm equivalent focal length.
BSony Xperia 1 V
| Role | Resolution (MP) | Aperture (f/) | Sensor optical format | Autofocus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 12 | 2 | 1/2.9 inch | Fixed |
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/e84063cd-1250-41ad-8c72-d90616f2dbba/-/inline/no/Xperia%201%20V%20-%20specs.pdfRead 5 October 20268Reviewgsmarena.com/sony_xperia_1_v-review-2567p5.phpRead 5 October 2026Original camera chapter explicitly states fixed focus and f/2.0. Focal length 20 mm versus 24 mm introduction and pixel pitch typo 1. micrometre versus 1.25 elsewhere unresolved, so both omitted. Maker 12 MP/1/2.9-inch retained.
Maximum front video rate per resolution
AGoogle Pixel 8
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
BSony Xperia 1 V
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Highest capture rate (fps) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
| 1920 | 1080 | 60 |
Front autofocus
No
No
Audio
2 of 4 differ
Stereo speakers
3.5 mm jack
Audio features
DSEE Ultimate, 360 Reality Audio, 360 Reality Audio Upmix, Music Pro1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/e84063cd-1250-41ad-8c72-d90616f2dbba/-/inline/no/Xperia%201%20V%20-%20specs.pdfRead 5 October 2026Maker Music Pro is limited to selected countries/markets. Availability, subscriptions and server processing conditions vary. No regional licence entitlement inferred.
Microphones
Network
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Network
2G bands
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19001Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Model GPJ41.
GSM 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 19006Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Sony-Xperia-1-V-review-Premium-smartphone-with-unrivaled-equipment-and-Zeiss-cameras.727894.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026
3G bands
4G bands
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B30, B32, B38, B40, B41, B42, B46, B48, B66, B711Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Exact model GPJ41, not a world union.
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B17, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B32, B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B46, B666Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Sony-Xperia-1-V-review-Premium-smartphone-with-unrivaled-equipment-and-Zeiss-cameras.727894.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026European Sony Germany reference table. Primary exact DQ54 manual supports eSIM model identity. Singapore/US/Asian radio tables not copied. The 3G band listing proves UMTS but not HSPA.
5G bands
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n38, n40, n41, n66, n71, n75, n76, n77, n781Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Exact model GPJ41 sub-6 list. US models G9BQD and GKWS6 have different lists and are not variants here.
n1, n3, n5, n7, n8, n20, n28, n38, n40, n41, n77, n786Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Sony-Xperia-1-V-review-Premium-smartphone-with-unrivaled-equipment-and-Zeiss-cameras.727894.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026
5G modes
Not available
Not available
5G mmWave
Not available
Maximum modem download rate
Not available
Not available
Satellite
Not available
Not available
Wi-Fi calling
Not available
Not available
Connectivity
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026
Bluetooth
Bluetooth audio codecs
Not available
Not available
NFC
Ultra-wideband
Not available
Not available
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Rest of the world list. The US list has no BeiDou and the India list adds NavIC.
Not available
Dual-frequency GNSS
Not available
Connector
USB data standard
Video out over USB
IR blaster
Not available
Not available
FM radio
Not available
Not available
Features and sensors
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Fingerprint
Face unlock
Not available
Sensors
Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer, Barometer1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Maker lists a gyrometer.
Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity sensor, Compass, Barometer, Ambient light sensor6Reviewnotebookcheck.net/Sony-Xperia-1-V-review-Premium-smartphone-with-unrivaled-equipment-and-Zeiss-cameras.727894.0.htmlRead 5 October 2026
Extra buttons
Not available
Haptic motor
Not available
Not available
Battery and charging
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Rated battery capacity
Not available
Battery capacity (typical)
Rated battery energy
Not available
Battery type
Not available
Claimed battery life
AGoogle Pixel 8
| Use case | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Mixed use | 24 |
BSony Xperia 1 V
Not availableMaximum wired charging power (claimed)
Not available
Wired charging standards
Charge 0 to 50% (claimed)
Not available
Charge 0 to 100% (claimed)
Not available
Not available
Wireless charging
Wireless charging power
Not available
Wireless standards
Built-in alignment magnets
Not available
Not available
Reverse wireless output power
Not available
Not available
Reverse wired
Not available
Not available
Charger in box
Included adapter rated power
Not available
Not available
Measured
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Geekbench single-core
Not available
Geekbench multi-core
Not available
3DMark Wild Life Extreme
Not available
AnTuTu
Not available
Display brightness (measured)
Not available
PWM dimming (measured)
Not available
Not available
Mixed-use battery life (measured)
Not available
Not available
Full charge time (measured)
Not available
Not available
Loudspeaker loudness (measured)
Not available
Not available
EU label and regulatory
2 of 10 differ
EU energy class
Not available
Not available
Battery endurance per cycle (EU test)
Not available
Not available
Battery endurance in cycles (EU test)
Not available
Not available
Drop resistance class
Not available
Not available
Repairability class
Not available
Not available
SAR head (US)
Not available
Not available
SAR body (US)
Not available
Not available
SAR head (EU)
Not available
SAR body (EU)
Not available
Hearing aid compatibility
Not available
Not available
In the box
1 of 1 differ
In the box
1-metre USB-C to USB-C cable (USB 2.0), Quick Switch adaptor, SIM tool1Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026
Links
Not compared
Product page
blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/google-pixel-8-pro3Press releaseblog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/google-pixel-8-proRead 10 October 2026Maker launch page for Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. The old store product page now sells refurbished units only.
www.sony.co.uk/presscentre/sony-launches-new-xperia-1v-smartphone5Press releasesony.co.uk/presscentre/sony-launches-new-xperia-1v-smartphoneRead 5 October 2026Accessible original European maker model launch page retained. Historical product marketing URL redirects to generic gallery and model support specification access timed out. This is archived maker model information, not a present stock claim.
Spec sheet
support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/71585701Maker product pagesupport.google.com/pixelphone/answer/7158570Read 10 October 2026Pixel 8 tech specs table, under Pixel 8 phones (2023).
cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/e84063cd-1250-41ad-8c72-d90616f2dbba/-/inline/no/Xperia%201%20V%20-%20specs.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/e84063cd-1250-41ad-8c72-d90616f2dbba/-/inline/no/Xperia%201%20V%20-%20specs.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original European manufacturer one-page specification sheet, explicitly 12 GB/256 GB. Downloaded and read beside original full manual. Maker support fullspec pages opened initially or indexed but later bounded access timed out, so no uninspected footnotes or Asian radio/SIM rows are inherited.
Manual
EPREL registration number
Not available
Not available
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
Not available
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