The Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) was officially launched on May 19, 2026 in China. It features a 6.8″ 2K Amoled display, 144Hz refresh rate, and is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. It runs on Android 16 wih up to 1TB of storage. For imaging, it has a 50MP Sony LYT-710 OIS main camera, 8MP ultrawide lens, and 32MP selfie camera. It is backed by a 8,000mAh battery that supports 90W wired fast charging.
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Massive 8,000mAh battery with 90W fast charge, longest endurance among gaming phones
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Flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 + large VC cooling, stable performance even in long sessions
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Sharp 2K 144Hz AMOLED, IP68/IP69 water/dust proof, premium build
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Heavy & thick (298g/9.2mm), bulky for daily carry or one‑hand use
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Camera quality only average; not good if you prioritize photography
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Software updates slow; limited official support outside China
Price and Availability
Below are the official prices announced per region. Shipping begins June 19, 2026, and pre-orders are open on the official website.
Lenovo Legion Y70 2026 Price List| Storage Variant | CNY | Estimated PHP (₱) |
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| 12GB + 256GB | 2,599 | ~23,500 |
| 12GB + 512GB | 3,199 | ~28,900 |
| 16GB + 512GB | 3,599 | ~32,500 |
| 16GB + 1TB | 4,399 | ~39,800 |
In the Philippines, the phone has no official release since the brand has no local store. It can still be bought from third-party sellers on Shopee and Lazada.
Technical Specifications
Here are the official full specifications of the phone as listed on their website.
Launch |
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| Launch Date | China: May 19, 2026
Global: To be announced |
Network |
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| 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 4G | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
| 5G | SA/NSA 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 |
| Speed | 2G / 3G / HSPA+ / 4G / LTE / 5G |
Body |
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| Dimensions | 163.96 × 77.32 × 8.29 mm |
| Weight | 224g |
| Build | Glass front and back, Metal Frame |
| Colours | Carbon Black, Ice Soul White |
| IP Rating | IP66, IP68, IP69 rating for water and dust resistant |
Display |
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| Screen Type | BOE Q10 LTPO AMOLED panel |
| Screen Size | 6.5″ |
| Screen Resolution | 2K (3168 × 1440) |
| PPI | 510+ ppi |
| Refreshrate | 144Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 360Hz up to 1,500 instant touch sampling rate |
| Glass Protection | Unspecified Gorilla Glass model |
| Display Features | 7,000 nits peak brightness, HDR10+, Dolby Vision |
Platform |
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| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 |
| CPU | 2x 3.8 GHz
6x 3.32 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 829 |
| OS | Android 16 |
Benchmarks |
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| Antutu v11 | 3,082,946 points (source: Kimovil) |
Memory |
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| RAM | 12GB, 16GB (LPDDR5X) |
| ROM | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB (UFS 4.1) |
| SD | Not supported |
Back Camera |
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| Main camera | 50MP rear camera with 1/1.56″ Sony LYT-710 sensor, f/1.88 aperture, OIS |
| Ultrawide | 8MP autofocus ultra-wide-angle lens with f/2.2 aperture, macro option |
| LED flash | Yes |
| Video | 4K at 30fps, 1080p at 60/30fps |
Front Camera |
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| Single | 32MP front-facing camera with f/2.2 aperture |
| LED Flash | Yes |
| Video | 1080p at 60/30fps |
Battery |
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| Type | 8,000mAh |
| Charging | 90W wired charging |
Sensors |
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| Fingerprint | In-display fingerprint scanner |
| Face unlock | supported |
| Ambient | supported |
| Light | supported |
| Gravity | supported |
| Gyroscope | supported |
| Proximity | supported |
Connectivity |
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| WLAN | WIFI 7, WIFI 6, WIFI 5, 2.4GHz and 5GHz, 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.0 |
| NFC | Yes supported |
| GPS | L1 | GLONASS: G1 | BDS: B1I+B1C | Galileo E1 |
| USB | USB Type-C, USB 2.0, OTG |
| IR Blaster | Not supported |
| Audio Jack | USB-C ear jack |
MISC |
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| Phone Model | XT2611 |
| Speaker/Audio | Dual speaker + Dolby Atmos |
| Cooling System | 5,500mm² vapor chamber (VC) cooling system |
| Haptic Motor | X-axis linear haptic motor |
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Disclaimer:
The information provided in this specification table is sourced from the brand’s press release, reputable news outlets, and reliable tipsters. However, we acknowledge that errors may occur despite our best efforts. If you notice any inaccuracies or have concerns about the specifications, please feel free to contact us. We appreciate your feedback and strive to maintain the highest standards of accuracy and integrity.
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