Sony Xperia 1 VII Leak: Design, Specs & Release Details

Highlights:
Sony Xperia 1 VII Design Leaked via NCC Certification
Black, Navy Green, and Purple Color Options
Triple Cameras with Exmor-T Sensor & Headphone Jack
Snapdragon 8 Elite Chipset & 5,000mAh Battery

Sony’s flagship smartphone lineup is set to level up with the Xperia 1 VII, the successor to 2024’s Xperia 1 VI. Fresh leaks from Taiwan’s National Communications Commission (NCC) and Japanese outlet Sumaho Digest have unveiled key details about the device, including its design, specs, and potential upgrades.

Sony Xperia 1 VII Design & Colors

The NCC listing (model: XQ-FSxx) reveals the Sony Xperia 1 VII in Black, Navy Green, and Purple—a shift from the Xperia 1 VI’s Black, Platinum Silver, and Khaki Green. Renders confirm Sony’s signature minimalist design:

• Triple rear cameras arranged vertically.
• A 3.5mm headphone jack (a rarity in flagship phones).
• Dimensions of 165mm x 74mm, making it slightly taller than the Xperia 1 VI (162mm).

Sumaho Digest shared live images showing the phone’s textured back panel and bezeled 6.5-inch display, similar to its predecessor.

Upgraded Hardware: Snapdragon 8 Elite & Cameras

The Sony Xperia 1 VII is rumored to debut as Sony’s first phone with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a significant leap from the Xperia 1 VI’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The triple-camera setup reportedly includes:

• 48MP primary sensor with Exmor-T technology (improved low-light performance).
• 12MP ultrawide and 12MP telephoto lenses (matching the Xperia 1 VI).
• Enhanced AI processing for photography and videography.

Battery & Expected Price

Like its predecessor, the Sony Xperia 1 VII may pack a 5,000mAh battery with 30W fast charging. The Xperia 1 VI launched at €1,299 (~₹1,17,400) for the 12 GB+256 GB variant, suggesting a similar premium price tag for the VII.