Initial Geekbench benchmarks show the Sony Xperia 1 VII outperforming the Xiaomi Poco F7 Ultra thanks to its Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and superior performance in both single-core and multi-core tests, reflecting Sony's advancements in performance improvements and integrated technologies.
Initial performance results from Geekbench reveal that the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms its competitor, the Xiaomi Poco F7 Ultra, reflecting notable technological advancements in Sony’s new device processor and configuration.
The Sony Xperia 1 VII scored around 2967 points in the Single-Core test and approximately 9017 points in the Multi-Core test, representing a very strong performance compared to previous versions and rival devices.
The phone is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor with a clock speed of up to 4.32 GHz, supported by the Adreno 830 GPU, 12GB of RAM, and runs on Android 15.
These results reflect a nearly 30% performance improvement over the previous Xperia 1 VI generation and outperform the Xiaomi Poco F7 Ultra in overall performance.
The Poco F7 Ultra also features the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, with memory options up to 16GB, a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with WQHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, and a 5300mAh battery with 120W fast charging.
Despite the powerful specifications, Geekbench results show that the Poco F7 Ultra performs below the Xperia 1 VII in early benchmarks, indicating Sony's superior optimizations in processing and performance management.
The phone features a 48MP main camera with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), a 12MP ultra-wide camera, and a 12MP periscope telephoto lens with 70–200mm optical zoom, significantly enhancing the photography experience.
It retains traditional features like microSD card support, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a physical SIM slot — key differentiators for some users.
Early Geekbench results confirm that the Sony Xperia 1 VII delivers superior performance compared to the Xiaomi Poco F7 Ultra, backed by the high-performance Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, ample RAM, and updated operating system. It also enhances the user experience with advanced cameras and practical additional features. The Xperia 1 VII is expected to be a major success upon its official launch, especially for fans of high performance and advanced photography.