OnePlus Ace 3 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
Compare OnePlus Ace 3 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 VII side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP vs 52MP camera, 6100mAh…
OnePlus
Ace 3 Pro
$499
8categories won
Sony
Xperia 1 VII
$1,399
8categories won
3 categories tied · 19 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
OnePlus Ace 3 Pro takes the overall win
The OnePlus Ace 3 Pro claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 1 VII, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the Xperia 1 VII leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Ace 3 Pro. Choose the Ace 3 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Xperia 1 VII if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Ace 3 Pro wins on endurance with 6,100 mAh and 100W fast charging.
Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) and smooth everyday multitasking.
Xperia 1 VII takes photography with 52MP optics and 3.5x optical telephoto capabilities.
Ace 3 Pro provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $499 vs $1399.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Ace 3 Pro vs Xperia 1 VII: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Ace 3 Pro | Xperia 1 VII |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.5" |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2780 | 1440 x 3120Winner |
| Pixel density | 450 ppi | 529 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4500 nitsWinner | 2600 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Ace 3 Pro | Xperia 1 VII |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | — | 2,950,000 |
| Geekbench multi | — | 10100 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GBWinner | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Ace 3 Pro | Xperia 1 VII |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 52 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 3.5x |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 48 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps | 4K@120fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Ace 3 Pro | Xperia 1 VII |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,100 mAhWinner | 5,200 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 33 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | Ace 3 Pro | Xperia 1 VII |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 207 g | 192 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.69 mm | 8.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP65/IP68 |
| Build | Ceramic / glass back, aircraft-grade metal frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, tactile micro-grooved frosted glass rear, precision-ribbed aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | Ace 3 Pro | Xperia 1 VII |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14, upgradable to Android 15 | Android 16 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 4 years |
| Security updates | 4 years | 5 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Ace 3 Pro | Xperia 1 VII |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Launch price | $499Winner | $1,399 |
OnePlus Ace 3 Pro
The OnePlus Ace 3 Pro set a new endurance milestone with OnePlus’s debut 6100 mAh silicon-carbon Glacier battery, flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 silicon, 100W charging, and an ultra-bright 4500-nit display.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,100mAh
Sony Xperia 1 VII
Refusing to follow mobile industry compromises, the Sony Xperia 1 VII retains the 3.5mm headphone jack, microSD expansion, continuous 85-170mm optical zoom, and a notchless 120Hz OLED display tuned for professionals.
- Display
- 6.5"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 52MP
- Battery
- 5,200mAh