Modest year-on-year upgrades, similar to VI, manufacturing relocated from Thailand, motherboard recall issued
Downgraded resolution from 4K to FHD+, lost 21:9 aspect ratio
Previous generation with 4K display and 21:9 aspect ratio
Methodology v1.0
6 change(s): 3 major, 3 moderate | Durability score reflects concerns about motherboard quality issues and recall, plus general build quality perceptions. Material quality score reflects dated camera hardware and cost-cutting measures (factory relocation to reduce costs). Brand reputation signal is low due to pattern of downgrading specs while maintaining/increasing prices, minimal year-on-year improvements, limited software support, and quality control issues (motherboard recall). Sony's flagship line has clearly lost consumer trust relative to competitors.