All The Best Phones With 4K Display Listed | 2023

The phone’s display matters a lot including the screen size, display type, brightness, refresh rate, and HDR capabilities. However, the resolution of the display is what matters the most. The higher the resolution, the sharper the image/video or text. The market is saturated with thousands of phones and 4K also called WQHD+ (3840 x 1644 px) or UHD (3840 x 2160 px) is the highest resolution available. Sadly, there’s no brand besides the Sony Xperia lineup which has 4K resolution. What are the 4K display phones? Let’s find out!

Phones with 4K Display – Summarized Chart

Phone	Display Resolution	Screen Size	Display Type	PPI	Refresh Rate
Sony Xperia 1 V	3840 x 1644 WQHD+	6.5″	OLED	643 ppi	120Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV	3840 x 1644 WQHD+	6.5″	OLED	643 ppi	120Hz
Sony Xperia Pro-I	3840 x 1644 WQHD+	6.5″	OLED	643 ppi	120Hz
Sony Xperia Pro	3840 x 1644 WQHD+	6.5″	OLED	643 ppi	60Hz
Sony Xperia 1 III	3840 x 1644 WQHD+	6.5″	OLED	643 ppi	120Hz
Sony Xperia 1 II	3840 x 1644 WQHD+	6.5″	OLED	643 ppi	60Hz
Sony Xperia 1	3840 x 1644 WQHD+	6.5″	OLED	643 ppi	60Hz
Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium	3840 x 2160 UHD	5.8″	LCD IPS	760 ppi	60Hz
Sony Xperia XZ Premium	3840 x 2160 UHD	5.5″	LCD IPS	801 ppi	60Hz
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium	3840 x 2160 UHD	5.5″	LCD IPS	801 ppi	60Hz
Sony Xperia Z5 Premium Dual	3840 x 2160 UHD	5.5″	LCD IPS	801 ppi	60Hz

All The Best Phones With 4K Display: 2023

Sony Xperia 1 V

To date, the Sony Xperia 1 V has been the latest phone launched on the market to have a 4K display (3840 x 1644 pixels). On the front, there is a 6.5-inch OLED screen with 4K resolution and a 21:9 ratio, which also has a pixel density of around 643 pixels per inch, and a refresh rate of 120Hz with a 240Hz touch sampling rate.

Highlights:

• A 6.5-inch OLED 4K display
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor
• A 45 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP triple rear camera configuration
• Wireless and reverse wireless charging

Specs:

• 165 x 71 x 8.3 mm and 187 g
• 6.5″ OLED 4K Display, 643 ppi
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 12GB RAM, 256GB / 12GB RAM, 512GB UFS Storage
• 45 MP + 12 MP + 12 MP triple rear and 12 MP front camera configuration
• WiFi 6e + Bluetooth 5.3
• 5000mAh non-removable battery with 30W wired charging + wireless and reverse wireless charging
• Android 13

Price: Around 1,059 USD / Around 999 EUR / Around 865.34 Pounds

All The Best Phones With 4K Display: 2022

Sony Xperia 1 IV

The Sony Xperia 1 IV was another addition to this list, having a 4K 6.5-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. This is the same display used in its ancestor ‘Sony Xperia 1 III’. Even the rear camera setup is the same including a 12MP triple camera configuration. The SoC is the flagship-level Snapdragon 8 Gen1 with up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 512GB UFS 3.1 storage. To power this power-hungry SoC, the battery capacity has also been increased to 5000mAh.

Highlights:

• The same 6.5-inch OLED 4K display as in Xperia 1 III
• Up to 512GB of internal storage (UFS 3.1) and 12GB LPDDR5 RAM
• Snapdragon 8 Gen1
• Increased battery capacity
• Same camera performance as Xperia 1 III

Specs:

• 165 x 71 x 8.2 mm and 185 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front) + Anti-scratch Glass (Rear) + aluminium (frame)
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 6.5″ OLED 4K Display, 643ppi
• Snapdragon 8 Gen1, 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 512GB UFS 3.1 Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 12 MP triple rear and 12 MP front camera
• 5G + WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 5000mAh non-removable battery with 30W fast charging
• Android 12

Price: Rs. 91,393 INR / 1,178 USD / 1,399 Euro

All The Best Phones With 4K Display: 2021

Sony Xperia Pro-I

Despite having Sony Xperia Pro released in early 2021, Sony for the first time released its Pro series phone second time in a year. Sony Xperia Pro-I is based on Snapdragon 888 featuring the same 6.5-inch 4K OLED display but with 120Hz refresh rate which was missing in its ancestor. Moreover, the storage also improved from eMMC 5.0 to UFS 3.x. The highlight was the camera section which improved quite well with a freaking 20.2MP 1″ Sony sensor + 12MP wide + 12MP telephoto lens. Sony with the Xperia Pro-I designed such a camera for a DSLR experience inside a phone.

Highlights:

• 6.5-inch OLED 4K display with 120Hz
• Up to 512GB of internal storage (UFS 3.x)
• Snapdragon 888
• Increased battery capacity from Xperia Pro
• The best camera performance in the Xperia lineup

Specs:

• 166 x 72 x 8.9 mm and 211 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front) + Anti-scratch Glass (Rear) + aluminium (frame)
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 6.5″ OLED 4K Display, 643ppi
• Snapdragon 8 888, 12GB RAM, 512GB UFS 3.x Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 20.2 MP triple rear with 1″ Sony sensor and 8MP front camera
• 5G + WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 4500mAh non-removable battery with 30W fast charging
• Android 11

Price: Rs. 89,891 INR / 1,159.00 USD / 1,511.67 Euro

Sony Xperia Pro

The Sony Xperia Pro is a Smartphone that is based on the Xperia 1 II but with added features that make it an ideal companion for Sony’s Alpha professional cameras. With a 6.5-inch OLED screen with 4K resolution, the Sony Xperia Pro has a Snapdragon 865 processor accompanied by 12GB of RAM and 512GB of internal storage, expandable via microSD, a rear quad camera with three 12MP lenses plus a ToF lens 3D with Zeiss optics and additions like OIS, 3x zoom and high quality 4K video, stereo speakers and Hi-Fi audio. The power of the Xperia Pro is provided by a 4.000mAh fast-charging battery, and it completes its features with a micro HDMI port, and resistance to dust and water, but at the time of its launch, it runs Android 10.

Highlights:

• A 6.5-inches 4K display with a pixel density of 643ppi
• Up to 512GB of internal storage
• Snapdragon 865
• A triple rear camera configuration

Specs:

• 170.2 x 76.2 x 10.2mm and 225.1 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front) + Plastic (Frame) + Plastic (Back)
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 6.5″ OLED 4K Display, 643ppi
• Snapdragon 865, 12GB RAM, 512GB eMMC 5.0 Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 12 MP triple rear and 8 MP front camera
• 4G + WiFi ac + Bluetooth 5.1 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 4000mAh non-removable battery with 21W fast charging
• Android 10

Price: Rs. 79.990 / 1,090.40 USD / 920.51 EUR

Sony Xperia 1 III

The Sony Xperia 1 III was already presented as Sony’s new flagship for 2021. With a 6.5-inch 4K OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, the Xperia 1 III is powered by the powerful Snapdragon 888 accompanied by 12GB of RAM. with 256GB or 512GB of expandable internal storage. In terms of photography, the Sony Xperia 1 III is one of the best of the year, with a quad camera with three 12MP Zeiss lenses and a fourth TOF lens, with OIS and hybrid zoom thanks to the variable aperture telephoto lens.

Highlights:

• A 6.5-inches 4K display with a pixel density of 643ppi
• IP68 waterproof
• Snapdragon 888
• A 4500mAh battery
• 30W Fast charging

Specs:

• 165 x 71 x 8.2mm and 186 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front and Back) + Aluminum (Frame)
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 6.5″ OLED 4K Display, 643ppi
• Snapdragon 888, 12GB RAM, 256GB eMMC 5.0 Storage / 12GB RAM, 512GB eMMC 5.0 Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 12 MP triple rear and 8 MP front camera
• 4G + WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 4500mAh non-removable battery with 30W fast charging + Fast wireless charging + Reverse wireless charging
• Android 11

Price: Rs. 64.999 INR / 887.52 USD / 731.25 EUR

All The Best Phones With 4K Display: 2020

Sony Xperia 1 II

The Sony Xperia 1 II is the second generation of the Xperia 1, which comes with a 6.5-inch OLED screen with 4K resolution and is powered by a Snapdragon 865 processor, accompanied by 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage space, expandable via microSD. With a quad-camera composed of three 12MP lenses plus a 3D TOF with Zeiss optics, the Xperia 1 II has an 8MP selfie camera, and a 4,000mAh battery with a fast charge, stereo speakers, a side-mounted fingerprint reader, and runs Android 10.

Highlights:

• A 6.5-inches 4K display with a pixel density of 643ppi
• Snapdragon 865
• Upgradable to Android 11

Specs:

• 165.1 x 71.1 x 7.6mm and 181.4 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front and Back) + Aluminum (Frame)
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 6.5″ OLED 4K Display, 643ppi
• Snapdragon 865, 8GB RAM, 256GB / 12GB RAM, 256GB eMMC 5.0 Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 12 MP triple rear and 8 MP front camera
• 5G + WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.1 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 4000mAh non-removable battery with 21W fast charging + 11W fast wireless charging
• Android 10, upgradable to Android 11

Price: Rs. 54,999 INR / 749.73 USD / 632.92 EUR

All The Best Phones With 4K Display: 2019

Sony Xperia 1

The Sony Xperia 1 was Sony’s flagship for 2019. The Xperia 1 features a 6.5-inch 4K OLED screen and is powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 855 processor with 6GB of RAM and 64GB or 128GB of internal storage. The Xperia 1’s main camera is triple, in 12MP + 12MP + 12MP configuration, with optical image stabilization, optical zoom, and UHD video, while its front camera is 8MP, stabilized by EIS. The Xperia 1 completes its technical characteristics with stereo speakers, USB-C port, HiFi and Dolby sound, 3.300mAh battery with fast charging, wireless charging, and Android 9.0 Pie on board.

Highlights:

• A 6.5-inches 4K display with a pixel density of 643ppi
• 18W Fast charging
• Snapdragon 855
• A 3330mAh battery

Specs:

• 167 x 72 x 8.2mm and 178 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front and Back) + Aluminum (Frame)
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 6.5″ OLED 4K Display, 643ppi
• Snapdragon 855, 6GB RAM, 64GB eMMC 5.0 Storage / 6GB RAM, 128GB eMMC 5.0 Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 12 MP triple rear and 8 MP front camera
• 4G + WiFi AC + Bluetooth 5.0 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 3330mAh non-removable battery with 18W fast charging
• Android 9 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11

Price: Rs. 73,990 INR / 1,008.61 USD / 850.95 EUR

All The Best Phones With 4K Display: 2018

Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium

The Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium has a dual camera to a set of other extraordinary features. This smartphone features a dual camera with 19MP and 12MP lenses with electronic image stabilization for superior background effects. In terms of specifications, the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium has a 5.8-inch screen with a 4K resolution, the Snapdragon 845 eight-core processor, 6GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, wireless charging, stereo speakers, a 13MP front camera, a 3.540mAh battery and runs Android 8.0 Oreo.

Highlights:

• A 5.8-inches 4K display with a pixel density of 765ppi
• Snapdragon 845
• Qi wireless charging

Specs:

• 158 x 80 x 11.9mm and 236 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front and Back) + Aluminum (Frame)
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 5.8″ IPS LCD 4K Display, 765ppi
• Snapdragon 845, 6GB RAM, 64GB eMMC 5.0 Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 19 MP + 12 MP rear and 13 MP front camera
• 4G + WiFi AC + Bluetooth 5.0 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 3540mAh non-removable battery with 18W fast charging + Quick Charge 3.0 + Qi wireless charging
• Android 8 (Oreo), upgradable to Android 10

Price: Started at Rs. 57,990 INR / 790.50 USD / 667.34 EUR

All The Best Phones With 4K Display: 2017

Sony Xperia XZ Premium

The Sony Xperia XZ Premium is one of the best flagships that Sony has launched in its history. This smart device has a 5.5-inch 4K resolution screen, and inside we find specifications such as a Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of expandable internal storage, a 19MP main camera with EIS, hybrid autofocus and LED flash, a 13MP front camera, Android 7.1 Nougat and a battery with a capacity of 3.230mAh.

Highlights:

• A 5.46-inches 4K display with a pixel density of 807ppi
• IP68 waterproof
• Snapdragon 835

Specs:

• 156 x 77 x 7.9mm and 195 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front and Back) + Aluminum / Plastic (Frame)
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 5.46″ IPS LCD 4K Display, 807ppi
• Snapdragon 835, 4GB RAM, 64GB eMMC 5.0 Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 19 MP rear and 13 MP front camera
• 4G + WiFi AC + Bluetooth 5.0 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 3230mAh non-removable battery with 18W fast charging + Quick Charge 3.0
• Android 7.1 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 9 (Pie)

Price: Rs. 59,990 INR / 817.77 USD / 690.36 EUR

All The Best Phones With 4K Display: 2015

Sony Xperia Z5 Premium

The Sony Xperia Z5 Premium was the world’s first smartphone to feature 4K screen resolution, resulting in a pixel density of an impressive 806ppi. As for the rest of its internal specifications, this phone launched by Sony has an octa-core Snapdragon 810 processor, as well as a 23MP main camera, a 5MP front camera for capturing selfies, a fingerprint reader, and a battery with a capacity of 3,430mAh and QC 2.0 quick charging. The continued brick design was iconic and trendy in the golden days of the Xperia lineup, and the 4K recording along on the 23MP was something new. Oh and let’s not forget about the IP68 protection, scratch resistance glass with oleophobic saying goodbye to smudges and fingerprints.

Highlights:

• A 5.5-inches 4K display with a pixel density of 806ppi
• Snapdragon 810
• A 23 MP main camera
• Sony’s first 4K display phone
• 18W Fast charging

Specs:

• 154.4 x 75.8 x 7.8mm and 180 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front and Back) + Aluminium (Frame) + oleophobic coating
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 5.5″ LCD IPS 4K Display, 806ppi
• Snapdragon 810, 3GB RAM, 32GB eMMC 5.0 Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 23 MP rear and 5.1 MP front camera
• 4G + WiFi AC + Bluetooth 4.1 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 3430mAh non-removable battery with 18W fast charging (QC 2.0 Supported)
• Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)

Starting Price: Rs.13,616 INR / 185.61 USD / 156.64 EUR

Sony Xperia Z5 Premium Dual

Now, the Sony Xperia Z5 Premium Dual is simply a dual SIM version of the previously mentioned Xperia Z5 Premium, thus boasting a 5.5-inch 4K screen, the same octa-core Snapdragon 810 processor, and the same 23MP main camera, at 5MP. front camera for capturing selfies, fingerprint reader, and battery with a capacity of 3.430mAh.

Highlights:

• A 5.5-inches 4K display with a pixel density of 801ppi
• IP68 waterproof
• Snapdragon 810
• Glass + Aluminium built
• Dual SIM

Specs:

• 154.4 x 75.8 x 7.8mm and 180 g
• Anti-scratch Glass (Front and Back) + Aluminium (Frame) + oleophobic coating
• IP68 waterproof (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
• 5.5″ LCD IPS 4K Display, 801ppi
• Snapdragon 810, 3GB RAM, 32GB eMMC 5.0 Storage (expandable via dedicated microSD slot)
• 23 MP rear and 5.1 MP front camera
• 4G + WiFi AC + Bluetooth 4.1 + Fingerprint reader + NFC
• Li-Ion 3430mAh non-removable battery with 18W fast charging (QC 2.0 Supported)
• Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.0 (Nougat)

Price: Rs. 57,500 INR / 783.82 USD / 661.48 EUR

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Changelog: This article was updated on October 13, 2022, and the following aspects were added:

• Sony Xperia 1 IV

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