Samsung Galaxy A05s vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
Compare Samsung Galaxy A05s vs Sony Xperia 1 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm), 50MP vs 48MP camera…
Samsung
Galaxy A05s
$149
7categories won
Sony
Xperia 1 VI
$1,299
9categories won
4 categories tied · 20 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy A05s takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy A05s claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 1 VI, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the Xperia 1 VI leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy A05s. Choose the Galaxy A05s if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Xperia 1 VI if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Galaxy A05s wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 25W fast charging.
Galaxy A05s leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) and 6GB RAM.
Xperia 1 VI takes photography with 48MP optics and 7.1x optical telephoto capabilities.
Galaxy A05s provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $149 vs $1299.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Galaxy A05s vs Xperia 1 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Galaxy A05s | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.5" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 393 ppi | 396 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 HzWinner |
| Peak brightness | 600 nits | 1500 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy A05s | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) |
| Process node | 6 nm | 4 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 1,680,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 6890 |
| Maximum RAM | 6 GB | 12 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 128GB | 512GBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Galaxy A05s | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 7.1x |
| Ultrawide | — | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 13 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 1080p at 60fps | 4K at 120fps HDR across all three rear lenses |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Galaxy A05s | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 25 W | 30 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy A05s | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 194 g | 192 g |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm | 8.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP52 | IP65/IP68 |
| Build | Glass front, matte plastic back and frame | Ribbed aluminum tactical frame, micro-textured Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 tactile back, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front |
Software and support
| Specification | Galaxy A05s | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14/15 | Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15 / 16) |
| OS updates | 2 years | 3 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 2 years | 4 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Galaxy A05s | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz) |
| Storage expansion | microSD | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Launch price | $149Winner | $1,299 |
Samsung Galaxy A05s
The Samsung Galaxy A05s packs an expansive 6.7-inch Full HD+ 90Hz display, power-efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 processor, 50MP triple camera, and 25W fast charging into an affordable daily smartphone.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G (6 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Sony Xperia 1 VI represents a bold evolution for Sony flagship line, adopting a practical 19.5:9 LTPO display, genuine 85mm-to-170mm continuous optical zoom with tele-macro mode, a dedicated 3.5mm audiophile jack, and legendary two-day battery life.
- Display
- 6.5"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm)
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh