Samsung Galaxy A18 vs Sony Xperia XZs: Which One Should You Buy?
Samsung Galaxy A18 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Samsung Galaxy A18
Sony Xperia XZs
Samsung Galaxy A18 wins 1 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsTie4545
- Camerafrom specsTie3232
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- Batteryfrom specsSamsung Galaxy A18670
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Samsung Galaxy A18 has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 2,900 mAh
- Samsung Galaxy A18 has the bigger screen6.7" vs 5.2"
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Samsung Galaxy A18 wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
The Samsung Galaxy A18 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 2,900 mAh) and bigger screen (6.7" vs 5.2").
Larger battery: 5,000 mAh vs 2,900 mAh · Larger display: 6.7" vs 5.2"
Reliable all-round performance.
Common questions
Which is better: Samsung Galaxy A18 or Sony Xperia XZs?
The Samsung Galaxy A18 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,000 mAh vs 2,900 mAh) and bigger screen (6.7" vs 5.2"). BeastScore: Samsung Galaxy A18 86.0/100, Sony Xperia XZs 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Samsung Galaxy A18 and Sony Xperia XZs?
Samsung Galaxy A18 has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Sony Xperia XZs has a 5.2-inch display and 2900 mAh battery.
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