Galaxy A57 5G vs Sony Xperia 1 VII: Which One Should You Buy?
Sony Xperia 1 VII edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.2/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy A57 5G
Sony Xperia 1 VII
Sony Xperia 1 VII wins 4 of 8 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedSony Xperia 1 VII8090
- CameraSony Xperia 1 VII8891
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- BatteryTie8686
- DisplayGalaxy A57 5G8886
- ConnectivitySony Xperia 1 VII6895
- SecuritySony Xperia 1 VII86100
- ValueGalaxy A57 5G8055
- Galaxy A57 5G charges faster45W vs 30W
- Sony Xperia 1 VII has a sharper main camera52 MP vs 50 MP
- Galaxy A57 5G has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.5"
- Galaxy A57 5G is lighter179 g vs 192 g
- Galaxy A57 5G launched cheaper$549 vs $1,500
- Sony Xperia 1 VII has newer Bluetooth5.4 vs 5.3
- Sony Xperia 1 VII has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
- Sony Xperia 1 VII has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite vs Exynos 1680
- Sony Xperia 1 VII has faster Wi-FiWi-Fi 7 vs Wi-Fi 6
- Sony Xperia 1 VII is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP67
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Sony Xperia 1 VII wins — BeastScore 85.2/100
The Sony Xperia 1 VII is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (52 MP vs 50 MP) and newer Bluetooth (5.4 vs 5.3). The Galaxy A57 5G is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (45W vs 30W).
Faster wired charging: 45W vs 30W · Brighter screen: 1,900 nits vs 1,300 nits
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy A57 5G or Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (52 MP vs 50 MP) and newer Bluetooth (5.4 vs 5.3). The Galaxy A57 5G is worth a look if you prefer its faster charging (45W vs 30W). BeastScore: Galaxy A57 5G 84.8/100, Sony Xperia 1 VII 85.2/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy A57 5G and Sony Xperia 1 VII?
Galaxy A57 5G has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Sony Xperia 1 VII has a 6.5-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do Galaxy A57 5G and Sony Xperia 1 VII compare for speed?
Galaxy A57 5G scores 80/100 for performance; Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 90/100.
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