Sony kept things simple with its 2022 smartphone lineup, releasing just three new devices.
The most expensive of these was the Xperia 1 IV, a flagship handset in almost every sense of the word. While the compact Xperia 5 IV and mid-range Xperia 10 IV launched in the same year, the high-end phone is our focus here.
Cameras are the priority, with a variable focus length telephoto that delivers optical zoom from 3.5-5.2x. It’s joined by an upgraded selfie camera, Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip, 4K OLED display and a 5,000mAh battery.
Price remains the big sticking point, but regular discounts mean you might be able to get a great deal. If you’re based in the US or UK, here’s everything you need to know.
Best Sony Xperia 1 IV deals in the US
Here’s where to buy the phone in the US:
In terms of carriers, Verizon only has the option to connect an unlocked phone to its network. It’s not available on any other networks.
Best Sony Xperia 1 IV deals in the UK
In the UK, check the following:
If you’re looking to buy the phone on contract, here are your options:
Best Sony Xperia 1 IV prices right now
This article is regularly updated, but the widget below provides the very latest pricing information:
How did the Sony Xperia 1 IV cost at launch?
There’s only one configuration of the Xperia 1 IV, but some variation in specs depending on where you live. It offers 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage for £1,299/€1,399. However, the $1,599.99 RRP in the US reflects it doubling the storage to 512GB.
For context, that starting price is significantly higher than 2021’s Xperia 1 III, which cost $1,299/£1,199/€1,299
Not quite ready to commit to buying the phone? Read our full Xperia 1 IV review, or learn more in our full guide to the phone. Sony’s other 2022 phones, the more affordable Xperia 10 IV and Xperia 5 IV, are also worth considering.
We have a similar guide for Google’s mid-range Pixel 6a, too.
Author: Anyron Copeman, Senior Staff Writer
As the resident expert on Windows, Senior Staff Writer Anyron’s main focus is PCs and laptops. Much of the rest of his time is split between smartphones, tablets and audio, with a particular focus on Android devices.