Sell my Xperia 1 III
Trade-in value up to $196 (flawless · unlocked) · paid quickly · free certified data wipe
Estimated market value · we refine it daily from live competitor offers
your Xperia 1 III is worth real money today. Phones lose value fast once the next model lands, so selling your Xperia 1 III sooner puts more cash in your pocket. BuyBackBear gives you a transparent quote in seconds, pays more than carrier bill-credit deals, wipes your data to NIST 800-88 standards with a free certificate, and pays you quickly after we inspect it. Lock today's price below.
What's my Xperia 1 III worth? A Xperia 1 III in flawless, unlocked condition is worth up to $196 with BuyBackBear today. Offers range from $31 for a broken unit up to $196 flawless, and we pay cash quickly after we inspect it.
Model numbers (printed on the back): XQ-BC62, XQBC62, check yours so we quote the exact variant.
Xperia 1 III: key trade-in facts
- Top payout (flawless, unlocked)
- $196
- Broken / won't power on
- from $31
- Storage sizes priced
- 256GB
- Payment
- PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
- Shipping
- Free prepaid label, both ways
- Quote lock
- 14 days
- Data
- NIST 800-88 certified wipe
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Real cash vs a carrier trade-in
Your Xperia 1 III offer is paid as real cash you can spend anywhere. A carrier “trade-in” of a similar size is bill credit spread over 24 to 36 months, and only while you buy a new phone and stay on their plan.
- Real cash by PayPal, Zelle, Venmo or check
- Yours to spend anywhere, no strings
- We beat any competitor’s written quote by $2
- Spread over 24 to 36 monthly bill credits
- Only if you buy a new phone and stay on plan
- Leave early and the remaining credit disappears
| Condition | What it means |
|---|---|
| Flawless | Like new, no scratches, fully functional, no screen marks. |
| Good | Light wear, minor scratches. Screen and body intact, fully working. |
| Fair | Visible scratches or scuffs but no cracks. Fully functional. |
| Cracked screen | Cracked glass or display but the device still powers on and works. |
| Broken | Major damage, cracked back, bad screen, or faults. Still powers on. |
| Won't power on | Dead or won't boot, sold for parts. |
About the Xperia 1 III
The Sony Xperia 1 III 5G is a flagship smartphone designed for creators and entertainment enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of professional-grade camera technology and a stunning display. Its standout feature is the world's first smartphone with a 4K HDR OLED 120Hz refresh rate display, delivering unparalleled visual clarity and smoothness. Coupled with a versatile triple-lens camera system co-developed with Zeiss, featuring a groundbreaking variable telephoto lens, it provides exceptional photographic capabilities. Beyond its visual prowess, the Xperia 1 III caters to audiophiles with a 3.5mm headphone jack and immersive stereo speakers. Powered by the top-tier Snapdragon 888 5G processor, it ensures robust performance for gaming, multitasking, and 5G connectivity. Its premium build, IP68 water resistance, and expandable storage make it a durable and highly functional device for discerning users.
- ✓6.5-inch 4K HDR OLED 120Hz Display
- ✓Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G Processor
- ✓Triple 12MP Camera with Variable Telephoto Lens
- ✓3.5mm Headphone Jack
- ✓IP65/IP68 Water and Dust Resistance
- ✓Expandable microSDXC Storage
- ✓Stereo Speakers
- ✓5G Connectivity
Xperia 1 III specifications
- Display
- 6.5 inches
- Panel
- OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020
- Resolution
- 3840 x 1644
- Refresh rate
- 120Hz
- Chip
- Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G
- RAM
- 12GB
- OS at launch
- Android 11
- Main camera
- Triple 12MP (wide, ultrawide, variable telephoto) + 0.3MP TOF 3D depth sensor
- Front camera
- 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4", 1.12µm
- Battery
- 4500
- Charging
- 30W wired, PD3.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised)
- Dimensions
- 165 x 71 x 8.2 mm
- Weight
- 186.0
- Build
- Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame
- Water resistance
- IP65/IP68 dust/water
- Port
- USB Type-C 3.1, DisplayPort
- Unlock
- Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
- Storage
- 256GB
Common Xperia 1 III issues we check at inspection
- Screen burn-in on OLED display. Ghost images from status bar, navigation buttons, or keyboard visible on OLED panels after extended use. The Xperia 1 III's OLED panel is susceptible to this over time.
- Battery degradation below 80% health. Original battery showing <80% maximum capacity after 2+ years of use. This is typical for most devices of this age.
- Camera module issues. Specific camera lenses (e.g., telephoto) may develop focus problems, image stabilization failures, or physical damage due to the complex multi-lens setup.
- Overheating during intensive tasks. The Snapdragon 888 chipset can generate significant heat, potentially leading to performance throttling or even temporary shutdowns, especially in older units.
- Minor cosmetic damage to glass back. The Gorilla Glass 6 back is prone to micro-scratches and scuffs from normal pocket or bag carry.
- USB-C port wear or damage. Frequent charging and data transfer can lead to a worn or damaged USB-C port, causing intermittent charging or data connectivity issues.