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Xperia 1 VI vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Sony · 2024

Xperia 1 VI

Xperia 1 VI
85/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,399 USD
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
85/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G BETTER THAN Xperia 1 VI?

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Xperia 1 VI
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5GWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORXperia 1Samsung GalaxyLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,300 mAh+5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30WStandard30W Max
Main Camera Sensor48 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.5"6.9"6.9"
Chassis Weight192gN/A192g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xperia 1 VI:
  • ✓807g lighter chassis (192g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$8600 lower launch MSRP ($1399 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+700 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXperia 1 VISamsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Xperia 1 VI Wins Display
Screen Type & TechOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.5"6.9"
Resolution & Density2340x1080 (396 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,000 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 14Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xperia 1 VI Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Exmor T50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom12 MP (7x optical zoom), f/3.5, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera12 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens12 MP, f/212 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xperia 1 VI Lightest Chassis
Dimensions162 x 73.3 x 8.2 mmN/A
Weight192 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP65/IP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xperia 1 VI Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,300 mAh
Wired Fast Charging30W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging15W wireless chargingNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.4Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$1399Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.3/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 architecture and verified 80/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xperia 1 VI:
Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+700 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W
When to buy Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.5
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xperia 1 VI vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G

Which phone is better: Xperia 1 VI or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 85.3/100 compared to Xperia 1 VI (84.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 85.3 vs top rival 84.5.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xperia 1 VI and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

Xperia 1 VI is equipped with a 6.5-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G features a 6.9-inch display and 4300 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xperia 1 VI and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xperia 1 VI scores 85/100 in camera performance, while Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 5G scores 80/100.

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