Xperia 1V Refurbished

Customer reviews for Xperia 1V

Overall rating

4 verified reviews

Rating details

Battery
4.8/5
Shipping
4.8/5
Lens & Camera
4.8/5
Accessories
4.6/5
Packaging
4.6/5
Overall performance
4.8/5
Appearance
4.8/5

Reviews

Erika P.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 13/12/2023, United Kingdom.
Saved myself £160-180ish on my new phone! That was on top of factoring in a seasonal sale. According to accubattery app the battery health is at about 96%! The phone housing was in mint condition. The screen did have two tiny scratches which I could only see when meticulously inspecting the phone on its arrival using a bright spot lamp while holding the phone at an angle. In reality they are not visible under any normal lighting conditions and never visible when the screen is on regardless of viewing distance or angle. I highly recommend buying refurbished if this is the quality you get, the money you save can go into insurance or simply your pocket. As a side note I highly recommend the official Sony "style cover" as the phone feels like it was designed around it.
Xperia 1V 256GB - Black - Unlocked
Xperia 1V 256GB - Black - Unlocked
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
27/11/2023
Andrew W.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 23/11/2023, United Kingdom.
Arrived quickly and was indeed in excellent condition, annoyingly Sony dropped the as new price by at 300 quid the next week, but this was still a bargain. The phone was blank, as it were, and accepted my old SIM straight away. There were traces of two old Google and FB accounts still on the phone, but I just deleted them, something the phone insists on keeping maybe.
Xperia 1V 256GB - Black - Unlocked
Xperia 1V 256GB - Black - Unlocked
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Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
07/11/2023
Leah P.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 18/12/2023, United Kingdom.
Very speedy delivery, very good communictaion and the phone (so far) is in exceent condition. A couple of very fine scratches on the screen but only noticable when i was scrutinising it as I cleaned it ready to apply a screen protector. They are not visible once the screen protector is in place.
Xperia 1V 256GB - Black - Unlocked
Xperia 1V 256GB - Black - Unlocked
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Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
04/12/2023
Romain M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 13/05/2026, France.
It's in very good condition, very clean and obviously functional.
Translated from French
Xperia 1V 256 Go - Noir - Débloqué
Xperia 1V 256 Go - Noir - Débloqué
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
25/04/2026
Ewen M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 06/04/2025, France.
The phone matched the description of "correct condition" and works well, however the phone was sold with burn-in in the screen, there is a clear lack of transparency about the true condition of the items sold.
Translated from French
Xperia 1V 256 Go - Noir - Débloqué
Xperia 1V 256 Go - Noir - Débloqué
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Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
21/03/2025

Everything you ever wanted to know about the Xperia 1V

BlackColor (official name)
SonyBrand
6.5Screen size (in)
6,50 cmWidth
OLEDScreen type
USB-CConnector
Xperia 1VModel
2,80 cmHeight
microSDXCSD Card Slot

The Xperia 1 V is Sony’s flagship phone from 2023, bringing cinematic flair and pro-grade photography to your pocket. Now approaching its second year, the Xperia 1 V remains a favourite for those who mean business about their content, but still enjoy the odd cat video in glorious 4K. Slim, understated, and satisfyingly feature-packed, this pre-owned device holds its own among newer models thanks to Sony’s distinctive take on Android and multimedia.

Key features:

Release Date: May 2023
Display: 6.5-inch 4K OLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 21:9 CinemaWide
Processor: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
Camera: Triple rear cameras: 52MP wide (main), 12MP ultra-wide, 12MP telephoto with real optical zoom (85-125mm equivalent)
Operating System: Shipped with Android 13
Connectivity: 5G compatible, Wi-Fi 6E support for faster and more stable wireless connections
Audio: Stereo front-facing speakers, 3.5mm headphone jack (yes, really!)
Build: Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front and back, aluminium frame, IP65/IP68 water and dust resistance

Who is this for?

The Xperia 1 V is crafted for creative types—think photographers, videographers, and anyone who dreams of editing in 4K on a train. If you love a tall, slim phone and want true manual camera controls plus that rare 3.5mm jack, Sony delivers. Content-makers after classic Sony hardware polish and Android fans seeking something a bit different will feel right at home here. Those after a compact or ultra-budget phone may want to look elsewhere—the Xperia 1 V is purpose-built for creative ambition, but less about pocket-friendliness or gaming flash than, say, a Samsung S23 Ultra.

Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Cinematic 4K OLED screen with 21:9 aspect—top for media and multitasking.	Tall proportions make one-handed use tricky for some.
Pro camera features with real optical zoom options.	Camera experience prioritises manual controls over point-and-shoot simplicity.
Retains headphone jack for wired audio fans—no dongle drama.	Software updates not as frequent or long-lived as some bigger rivals.
IP65/IP68 rating for genuine dust and water resistance.	Pricey at launch—but that’s less of a worry here.

Why refurbished?

Choosing a refurbished Xperia 1 V means extending the life of a carefully engineered smartphone and making a more sustainable tech choice. Every pre-owned Xperia undergoes strict testing and quality control at Back Market. You get reliable tech that’s less wasteful and up to our high standards. Learn more about our quality standards.

Color (official name): Black
Brand: Sony
Screen size (in): 6.5
Width: 6,50 cm
Screen type: OLED
Connector: USB-C
Model: Xperia 1V
Height: 2,80 cm
SD Card Slot: microSDXC
Colour: Black
OS: Android
Foldable: No
Storage: 256 GB
Manufacturer Ref: XQ-DQ54
Resolution: 1644x3840
SAR head: 2
Carrier compatibility: Unlocked
Camera Type: Triple (3x)
Weight: 187 g
Serie: Sony Xperia
Network: 5G
Memory (GB): 12 GB
Depth: 0,33 cm
Year of Release: 2023
SIM card: Physical SIM + eSIM

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