Sony Xperia 1 VI leaked renders show the new aspect ratio

12 April 2024
As previously rumored, it's shorter and wider than its predecessor.

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AnonF-1006353, 12 Apr 2024Less comfortable to hold that fat leg in one hand. Also, le... moreAll for the cost of comfort?
It's 20:5:9. Not like it's 20:9 or something.

    Glad that they don't go through the mainstream "punch hole" route and keep the symmetrical bezel instead, unlike what Asus did with their ROG series. 😒

      YUKI93, 12 Apr 2024There are also sources claiming that Sony goes for 19.5:9 s... moreI hope Sony can do better this year because we need to have phone brands that don't stick to the same boring template of copying whatever apple does

        Mixed feelings about this. I have Xperia 5 II myself with the tall aspect ratio and I think it's kind of trash for my usage, BUT it was nice to have this option available on the market - if someone e.g. watches a lot of movies on their phone, the 21:9 might have been an interesting choice.

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          The Xperia 1 VI is now a "mainstream" device which will appeal more people.
          Most people don't like that tall 21:9 aspect ratio. Just read some consumer reviews. Complaints about black bars left and right when watching videos since there's is hardly any 21:9 content on the internet. Complaints about the height of the device making reaching the top of the screen
          harder. Yes for split screen use the 21:9 ratio is beneficial but how many users are using split screen regularly on their smartphone? The 21:9 ratio was just a USP gimmick just like the 4k resolution.
          If using a "standard" display (resolution and aspect ratio) will also reduce the price of the device then the Xperia 1 VI might finally end up being a competitive flagship device in the eyes of the consumer which could then outsell the Xperia 1V.

            Almost perfect for me but should go for 6.7inch display.this ones probably 6.5 :/

              Bravosixgoingdark, 12 Apr 2024So according to sources if true 19.5:9 is only for this yea... moreThere are also sources claiming that Sony goes for 19.5:9 screen panel to save cost on hardware BoM. We'll see how it goes on, especially when Qualcomn has warned OEM that the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 will be even more expensive than the current Snapdragon 8 Gen 3*.

              *https://www.androidauthority.com/qualcomm-snapdragon-8-gen-4-more-expensive-3379069/

                Kangal, 12 Apr 2024Interesting choice Sony! I think maybe for next year the... moreI think they should remove the cameras and battery too. :)

                  Kangal, 12 Apr 2024Interesting choice Sony! I think maybe for next year the... moreTook me a while to undestand what you're on about. 🤭🤭

                    I still maintain that 21:9 is the best aspect ratio for on-screen app splitting. But considering how expensive hardware parts are, particularly the SoC, I can understand why Sony decided to forgo the bespoke screen panel for an off-the-shelf unit to save cost. I'd be surprised if Sony can maintain the current Xperia 1 Mk5 RRP despite the BoM increase. Even Samsung cannot do that.

                      So according to sources if true 19.5:9 is only for this year they'll go back to 21:9 after the supplier issues are solved. I still love the fact they kept the front firing speakers and notch less screen. Some longer software support and lower price would be great

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                        • Anonymous
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                        Galaxy Z Fold cheap edition.

                          Interesting choice Sony!

                          I think maybe for next year they should also: decrease the display resolution, remove the front-firing loudspeaker, they should also remove the microSD card, yeah get rid of the Headphone Jack, and maybe add some bloat to the Software. Then it's perfect 😏

                          PS: also change the name to Ultra, it adds +5 coolness factor 😎

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                            • Anonymous
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                            Dammit still no under display fingerprint from sony. Its been 9 years since they first introduced it on xperia Z5. Flagship nowadays should be use under display fingerprint for convenience position for both right/left handed person

                              noooo... we love 21:9... that's make it so special and iconic

                                Thank you GSM Arena. My serious reference site (superb complete test) for mobiles.
                                Sumahodigest repeats all the rumors but only about 3/10 are accurate in the end

                                I support Japanese brands but Sony has been the only one in Europe for a long time. (And I have Technics EAH-AZ80 headphones) This 1 VI (provisional name confirmed in May) will replace my 1 V. But Sony Xperia is dying out nicely. Maybe....
                                Probably end of Series 5 and Pro. It is possible that this year only 1 VI, 10 VI, and Ace IV in Japan. Check this in 1 month. I like having a different mobile phone and I would go all the way. How will the end be signified? I guess not when the latest model comes out. But the following spring at the time of the rumors of the new ones. At this point I would take a last model a second time to use them for a very long time. A friend still uses a 2018 XZ2 and not bad at all! Too bad Sharp doesn't come out of Japan. Hopefully more interesting next year, but I'm looking forward to buying this 1 VI all the same. Hope nice colors and fast availability (Switzerland/EU June like last year??

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                                  AnonF-1006353, 12 Apr 2024Less comfortable to hold that fat leg in one hand. Also, le... moreA tv remote is suitable for you then

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                                    justasmile, 12 Apr 2024If anyone complains about this aspect ratio being a 'd... moreLess comfortable to hold that fat leg in one hand. Also, less relative space when using split view with 2 open apps.

                                    Phones shouldn't be wider than 73mm, specially iphones with their weird 19:9 are way to fat. Might as well use a phablet then.

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                                      • 12 Apr 2024

                                      Still looks tall to me. No difference than before 🤔

                                        Honestly don't mind this simple design they've kept up, pretty appealing to me, don't really see anything wrong with it.

                                        In my own opinion, if I wanted something fancy to make my phone look nicer I'd rather just buy a skin or a case

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