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Sony Xperia 1 VIII XQ-GE74 Dual SIM 5G 512GB ROM 12GB RAM GSM Unlocked - Red
Sony Xperia 1 VIII XQ-GE74 Dual SIM 5G 512GB ROM 12GB RAM GSM Unlocked - Red
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Sony Xperia 1 VIII 5G
Flagship Performance. Professional Photography. Premium Sony Entertainment.
Experience Sony flagship innovation with the Xperia 1 VIII XQ-GE74. Featuring a stunning 6.5-inch 120Hz OLED display, an advanced 48MP camera system, 512GB storage, 12GB RAM, 5G connectivity, expandable storage, wireless charging, and physical SIM plus eSIM flexibility—all in the striking Garnet Red finish.
The Premium Xperia Flagship Experience
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII combines advanced smartphone performance, versatile photography, immersive entertainment, and practical everyday features in a premium flagship designed for users who demand more from their mobile experience.
6.5” OLED Display
Enjoy rich colors, deep blacks, and excellent contrast on the expansive 6.5-inch OLED display. Whether watching movies, browsing photographs, playing games, or working on the go, the Xperia 1 VIII delivers an engaging visual experience.
Smooth 120Hz Refresh Rate
The 120Hz refresh rate provides fluid scrolling, responsive animations, and smooth on-screen motion for compatible games, apps, websites, and multimedia content.
Immersive Multimedia Entertainment
The combination of Sony's premium display and high-quality audio experience makes the Xperia 1 VIII an excellent companion for movies, streaming, music, gaming, and everyday entertainment.
Beautiful Visual Detail
OLED display technology delivers rich contrast and detailed visuals, allowing photographs, videos, and digital content to appear vibrant and engaging on the Xperia 1 VIII's spacious screen.
Powerful Flagship Performance
The Xperia 1 VIII is designed around a powerful processor that supports responsive everyday operation, demanding applications, multitasking, mobile gaming, and creative productivity.
12GB RAM for Advanced Multitasking
With 12GB of RAM, the Xperia 1 VIII is equipped to handle demanding applications and multitasking, making it convenient to move between communication, productivity, entertainment, and creative tasks.
Massive 512GB Internal Storage
Enjoy generous space for high-resolution photos, videos, applications, games, music, and important documents with 512GB of internal storage, ideal for users who maintain large digital libraries.
Expandable Storage Flexibility
Expandable storage support gives you additional flexibility for storing photos, videos, music, and personal files, making the Xperia 1 VIII suitable for content creators and users with growing storage needs.
Advanced 48MP Camera System
Capture memorable moments with the Xperia 1 VIII's advanced camera system, designed for versatile photography with high-resolution imaging, wide-angle options, telephoto capabilities, and intelligent subject tracking.
48MP High-Resolution Photography
The 48MP camera delivers detailed photographs for everyday memories, travel, landscapes, portraits, and creative photography, giving you the flexibility to capture important moments with clarity.
Versatile Multi-Camera Photography
The advanced multi-camera system provides flexible shooting options, allowing you to capture different subjects and compositions using wide-angle and telephoto photography capabilities.
Wide-Angle Photography
Capture expansive landscapes, architecture, group photographs, and travel scenes with versatile wide-angle shooting options designed to fit more of the moment into your frame.
Telephoto Camera Capabilities
Telephoto shooting options allow you to frame more distant subjects, capture creative perspectives, and explore photography beyond standard wide-angle compositions.
Intelligent Subject Tracking
Intelligent subject tracking helps the camera follow selected subjects during photography, supporting more convenient shooting when capturing movement, people, and spontaneous moments.
Expressive Portrait Photography
Explore creative portrait photography using the Xperia 1 VIII's versatile camera capabilities, allowing you to experiment with framing, perspective, and subject composition.
Creative Video Recording
The advanced camera system supports versatile video creation, making the Xperia 1 VIII a practical companion for recording travel experiences, family celebrations, everyday memories, and creative content.
Designed for Content Creators
With advanced photography tools, a large OLED display, powerful performance, and generous storage, the Xperia 1 VIII provides a versatile mobile platform for photography, video, social media, and creative projects.
Responsive Mobile Gaming
Powerful processing and a smooth 120Hz OLED display combine to provide an engaging gaming experience with responsive visuals and performance for compatible mobile games.
Premium Sony Audio Experience
Enjoy an entertainment-focused audio experience designed for music, movies, streaming, gaming, and everyday listening, complementing the Xperia 1 VIII's impressive OLED display.
Long-Lasting Battery Performance
The Xperia 1 VIII is designed for dependable battery performance throughout everyday activities, including communication, browsing, entertainment, navigation, photography, and productivity. Actual battery life varies by usage and network conditions.
Convenient Wireless Charging
Wireless charging support adds everyday convenience, allowing you to recharge using a compatible wireless charging accessory without connecting a charging cable directly to the phone.
High-Speed 5G Connectivity
Connect to compatible 5G mobile networks for fast downloads, streaming, video calls, online entertainment, cloud services, and everyday communication wherever supported service is available.
Physical SIM + eSIM Flexibility
Support for a physical SIM and eSIM provides convenient mobile connectivity options for compatible carriers, making it easier to manage supported mobile plans and international travel arrangements.
Factory Unlocked GSM Smartphone
The factory-unlocked Xperia 1 VIII offers flexibility when selecting compatible GSM mobile networks. Network compatibility, voice service, and available features depend on supported frequency bands and individual carrier requirements.
XQ-GE74 International Version
This listing is for the Sony Xperia 1 VIII XQ-GE74 international version. Designed for use with compatible mobile networks, it offers flexible connectivity options for supported countries and regions.
Important Information for USA Buyers
This is an international smartphone model. Compatibility with U.S. carriers is not guaranteed. Supported 4G/5G bands, VoLTE, voice calling, Wi-Fi Calling, eSIM activation, and other carrier services may vary. Please verify the XQ-GE74 model with your carrier before purchasing.
International Connectivity Options
The unlocked Xperia 1 VIII is designed to offer mobile network flexibility internationally. Actual compatibility depends on the carrier, supported frequency bands, region, and service plan.
Premium Xperia Flagship Design
The Xperia 1 VIII brings together a premium design, advanced smartphone technology, and Sony's distinctive approach to mobile entertainment and photography in one sophisticated device.
Garnet Red Finish
The stunning Garnet Red finish gives the Sony Xperia 1 VIII a bold, sophisticated, and distinctive appearance. Inspired by the deep richness of garnet gemstones, its elegant red tone complements the premium Xperia flagship design, making it a stylish choice for users who appreciate individuality and refined craftsmanship.
Important Information
- Brand: Sony
- Model: Xperia 1 VIII 5G
- Model Number: XQ-GE74
- Version: International Version
- Color: Garnet Red
- 512GB Internal Storage
- 12GB RAM
- Expandable Storage Support
- 6.5” OLED Display
- 120Hz Refresh Rate
- Powerful Flagship Processor
- Advanced Multi-Camera System
- 48MP Camera
- Wide-Angle Photography Capabilities
- Telephoto Photography Capabilities
- Intelligent Subject Tracking
- Photo and Video Recording Features
- Premium Multimedia Experience
- High-Quality Audio Experience
- Long-Lasting Battery Performance
- Wireless Charging Support
- 5G Connectivity
- Physical SIM + eSIM Support
- Factory Unlocked GSM Smartphone
- International Model — U.S. Carrier Compatibility May Vary
- 4G/5G, VoLTE, Wi-Fi Calling and Other Carrier Features Are Not Guaranteed on Every Network
- eSIM Activation Depends on Carrier and Regional Support
- Manufacturer Warranty Coverage May Vary by Region
- Please verify carrier compatibility before purchase
Sony Xperia 1 VIII 5G – The Premium Sony Flagship
A beautiful 6.5-inch 120Hz OLED display, powerful flagship performance, 12GB RAM, massive 512GB expandable storage, advanced 48MP photography, intelligent subject tracking, immersive multimedia features, wireless charging, 5G connectivity, and eSIM flexibility come together in the striking Garnet Red Sony Xperia 1 VIII XQ-GE74.
| Network | Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
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| Launch | Announced | 2026, May 13 |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Available. Released 2026, June 19 |
| Body | Dimensions | 162 x 74 x 8.3 mm (6.38 x 2.91 x 0.33 in) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 200 g (7.05 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) | |
| IP65/IP68 dust tight and water resistant (low pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Display | Type | LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 6.5 inches, 103.7 cm2 (~86.5% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~396 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Platform | OS | Android 16, upgradable to Android 17, up to 4 major OS updates |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x4.6 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) | |
| GPU | Adreno 840 |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
|---|---|---|
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM | |
| UFS |
| Main Camera | Triple | 48 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.35", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 48 MP, f/2.8, 70mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual-pixel PDAF (15cm - ∞), OIS, 2.9x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.0, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking | |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60/120fps HDR, 1080p@30/60/120fps; 5-axis gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Selfie camera | Single | 12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.22µm |
|---|---|---|
| Features | HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 5-axis gyro-EIS |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Hi-Res & Hi-Res wireless audio Dynamic vibration system Snapdragon Sound |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, video output |
| Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
|---|---|---|
| Native Sony Alpha camera support |
| Battery | Type | 5000 mAh |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min 15W wireless Reverse wireless Bypass charging |
| Misc | Colors | Graphite Black, Iolite Silver, Garnet Red, Native Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Models | XQ-GE54, XQ-GE74, XQGE54, XQGE74, XQ-GE44, XQGE44, XQ-FS54, XQFS54, SO-51G |
| Our Tests | Performance | AnTuTu: 2312684 (v10), 3210596 (v11) GeekBench: 9278 (v6) 3DMark: 6962 (Wild Life Extreme) |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 1510 nits max brightness (measured) | |
| Loudspeaker | -25.5 LUFS (Very good) | |
| Battery |
Active use score 17:47h
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| EU LABEL | Energy | Class A |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 51:07h endurance, 1400 cycles | |
| Free fall | Class A (270 falls) | |
| Repairability | Class D |
| Warranty | No Warranty |
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| 1pcs | Sony Xperia 1 VIII XQ-GE74 5G |
| 1pcs | Battery. |
| 1pcs | Home Charger. |
| 1pcs | Headphone. |
| 1pcs | Data Cable. |
| 1pcs | User Manual. |
1. Which exact phone is this?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII, international/Asia-oriented XQ-GE74 listing, with 12GB RAM, 512GB internal storage and Garnet Red finish. Sony’s current Hong Kong site officially offers a 512GB Xperia 1 VIII in Garnet Red.
2. Is Garnet Red an official Sony color?
Yes. Sony officially lists Graphite Black, Garnet Red, Native Gold and Iolite Silver.
3. Should MyWorldPhone call the color simply “Red”?
I would change it to Garnet Red, Sony’s official color name. Your description already uses Garnet Red even though the H1 currently says Red.
4. Is 12GB RAM official?
Yes. Sony’s 512GB specification lists 12GB RAM.
5. Is 512GB official?
Yes. Sony has dedicated current support/specification pages for the 512GB Xperia 1 VIII.
6. What storage technology does Sony specify?
Sony states 512GB UFS storage. It does not identify a specific UFS generation in the official specification, so I would not invent UFS 4.0/4.1.
7. Does it support microSD?
Yes.
8. What is the maximum microSD capacity?
Up to 2TB microSDXC.
9. Is expandable storage a major selling point?
Yes. Sony is unusual among current premium flagships in retaining high-capacity microSD support.
10. Does Sony offer even more internal storage?
Yes. Sony’s current Xperia 1 VIII lineup includes 256GB, 512GB and 1TB, although availability varies by color and region.
Processor & performance
11. What processor powers the Xperia 1 VIII?
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform.
12. Is that the current flagship Snapdragon platform?
Yes. Sony launched Xperia 1 VIII with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 as its flagship performance platform.
13. What process node does it use?
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 is a 3nm-class flagship platform.
14. What CPU layout is associated with the phone?
The platform uses an eight-core Qualcomm Oryon architecture; third-party hardware tools identify a 2 high-performance + 6 performance-core layout.
15. Should MyWorldPhone publish exact core clocks?
Only if you intentionally want chipset-level technical data and can source it consistently. Sony itself simply specifies Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
16. What GPU does it use?
The platform uses Qualcomm’s flagship Adreno GPU. If using strict Sony-only copy, simply write Qualcomm Adreno GPU.
17. Does it have dedicated AI processing?
Yes. Sony heavily markets Xperia Intelligence and AI-assisted imaging on this generation.
18. What is AI Camera Assistant?
It analyzes the subject and scene and suggests creative combinations involving color, exposure, bokeh and lens selection.
19. Does Sony claim a performance improvement over the previous generation?
Yes. Sony’s launch material says overall processing performance improved by roughly 20% compared with the previous generation under Sony’s testing.
20. Is this a gaming-oriented phone too?
Yes. Sony includes Game Enhancer, FPS Optimizer, PS Remote Play, DualShock 4/DualSense compatibility and 240Hz touch scanning.
Display
21. How large is the display?
6.5 inches.
22. What is the aspect ratio?
19.5:9.
23. What is the resolution?
1080 × 2340 FHD+.
24. Is it OLED?
Yes—HDR OLED.
25. What is the maximum refresh rate?
120Hz.
26. Is the 144Hz figure found on some retailer sites correct?
No. Sony’s official Xperia 1 VIII specification says 120Hz, not 144Hz.
27. What is the touch scanning rate?
Sony lists 240Hz touch scanning in Game Enhancer.
28. Does it support 10-bit tonal gradation?
Yes.
29. What color gamut does Sony specify?
DCI-P3 100%, along with BT.2020/REC.2020 support.
30. Does Sony include Creator Mode?
Yes.
31. What is Sunlight Vision?
Sony’s outdoor-display enhancement designed to improve visibility under bright conditions.
32. Does it have front and rear light sensors?
Yes. Sony explicitly lists front/rear light sensing.
33. Is the screen curved?
Sony does not describe Xperia 1 VIII as a curved-display phone. Your ALT text saying “curved display” should therefore be removed; use simply OLED display or FHD+ OLED display.
34. What glass protects the front?
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2.
35. What protects the rear?
Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.
Body & durability
36. What are the dimensions?
162 × 74 × 8.3mm.
37. What is the weight?
200g.
38. Is the frame metal?
Yes. Your current aluminum-frame wording is reasonable.
39. What is ORE design?
Sony’s new design language inspired by raw gemstones and natural surface textures.
40. Is Garnet Red specifically part of the ORE concept?
Yes. Sony says the four colors are inspired by raw gemstones.
41. Does the phone retain Sony’s physical camera shutter button?
Yes.
42. What water-resistance specification does Sony publish?
IPX5/IPX8 water resistance plus IP6X dust resistance.
43. Should the page simplify that to IP65/IP68?
That shorthand is understandable, but Sony’s own specification is more precise: IPX5 / IPX8 + IP6X. I would use Sony’s wording.
44. Is it waterproof?
No. It is water-resistant under controlled conditions; resistance can decline with wear.
45. Should MyWorldPhone promise 1.5m for 30 minutes?
That appears in your current third-party-derived table. For manufacturer-grounded copy, I would simply use Sony’s official IPX5/IPX8/IP6X rating unless Sony gives the exact test condition for this regional model.
Main camera
46. How many rear cameras are there?
Three.
47. What is the main camera’s full sensor resolution?
52MP full aspect.
48. What is its effective resolution?
48MP effective.
49. What sensor does it use?
A 1/1.35-inch Exmor T for mobile sensor.
50. What is the main focal length?
24mm equivalent.
51. What is its aperture?
f/1.9.
52. What is its field of view?
84°.
53. What binned pixel size does Sony advertise?
2.24µm at 12MP binning size.
54. Does the main camera support OIS?
Yes.
55. Is “48MP Camera” on MyWorldPhone wrong?
Not exactly—the main camera is 48MP effective—but it undersells the system dramatically, because the phone has three high-resolution rear sensors and Sony’s new telephoto is one of the phone’s headline features.
Telephoto
56. What is the telephoto sensor size?
1/1.56 inch.
57. How much larger is it than the Xperia 1 VII telephoto sensor?
Sony says approximately four times larger.
58. What is its full sensor resolution?
50MP full aspect.
59. What is its effective sensor resolution?
48MP effective, with Sony listing 12MP still-image recording as well.
60. What is the focal length?
70mm equivalent.
61. What is the aperture?
f/2.8.
62. What is the field of view?
34°.
63. What binned pixel size does Sony specify?
2.0µm at 12MP binning size.
64. Should MyWorldPhone call it 2.9× optical zoom?
Sony’s primary specification identifies it by the 70mm focal length rather than emphasizing “2.9×.” I would use 70mm Telephoto for manufacturer-consistent copy.
65. Should it be called a periscope?
Sony itself simply calls it the Telephoto camera. I would use Sony’s terminology instead of “periscope” unless you intentionally want third-party hardware terminology.
Ultrawide & camera system
66. What is the ultrawide sensor size?
1/1.56 inch.
67. What is the ultrawide full resolution?
50MP full aspect / 48MP effective.
68. What is its focal length?
16mm equivalent.
69. What is the aperture?
f/2.0.
70. What is the field of view?
104°.
71. What binned pixel size does it use?
2.0µm at 12MP binning size.
72. What are the three focal lengths?
16mm + 24mm + 70mm. Sony specifically highlights all three in its launch announcement.
73. Does Sony claim full-frame-like low-light performance?
Sony says all three cameras can deliver low-light noise/dynamic-range performance comparable with full-frame sensors under the specific Sony test conditions stated in its announcement. This should be clearly presented as Sony’s claim, not an absolute equivalence.
74. Does it support RAW?
Yes—DNG RAW.
75. Does it use ZEISS optics?
Yes. Sony specifies ZEISS-quality lenses calibrated for Xperia 1 VIII.
Photography & video
76. What burst speed is supported?
Up to 30fps AF/AE burst.
77. How often can it calculate AF/AE?
Up to 60 times per second.
78. Does it support Eye AF?
Yes—for humans and animals.
79. Does it support Real-time Tracking?
Yes.
80. What hybrid zoom does Sony quote?
Up to 17.5× hybrid zoom based on the 24mm wide camera.
81. Does it have Night Shooting?
Yes.
82. Does it have Creative Look?
Yes.
83. Does it have Pro Photo?
Yes.
84. Does it have AI Camera Assistant?
Yes—this is one of the headline Xperia 1 VIII additions.
85. What is the maximum video specification?
Sony lists 4K HDR recording at 24, 30, 60 and 120fps.
86. Does it support S-Cinetone for mobile?
Yes.
87. Does it support AI Camerawork and Auto Framing?
Yes.
Front camera
88. What is the selfie-camera resolution?
12MP. Your top field is correct.
89. What is the front sensor size?
1/2.9 inch Exmor RS for mobile.
90. What is the selfie aperture?
f/2.0.
91. What is its focal length?
24mm equivalent.
92. What is its field of view?
83°.
Battery, audio & connectivity
93. What is the battery capacity?
5000mAh.
94. What charging method does Sony officially specify?
USB Power Delivery fast charging.
95. Does it support wireless charging?
Yes—Qi wireless charging.
96. Does it support reverse charging?
Yes. Sony calls it Battery Share.
97. What battery-life claim does Sony make?
Up to two days under Sony’s defined usage simulation.
98. What battery-health claim does Sony make?
Sony markets approximately four years of healthy battery performance, based on simulated repeated charging/discharging.
99. What major audio features are included?
Full-stage stereo speakers, 3.5mm jack, Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Wireless via LDAC, Dolby Atmos, DSEE Ultimate, 360 Reality Audio and aptX Adaptive, plus WALKMAN-derived audio technology.
100. What are its major connectivity features?
Wi-Fi 7/6E/6/5/4 on 2.4/5/6GHz, Bluetooth 6.0 or later, NFC, USB-C SuperSpeed 5Gbps / USB 3.2 and wired DisplayPort video output up to 4K60. It supports Dual SIM with nanoSIM + eSIM or eSIM + eSIM according to Sony HK.
Sony’s own XQ-GE74/international band set includes LTE and 5G frequencies useful in multiple regions, but factory-unlocked status does not guarantee U.S. activation. IMEI eligibility, VoLTE/IMS provisioning, eSIM support, carrier certification and local policy still matter. Your current “U.S. compatibility not guaranteed” warning is sensible; the separate GSM Smartphone wording is what should be removed.