Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
Compare Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus vs Sony Xperia 1 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm), 50MP vs…

Samsung
Galaxy S27 Plus
$1,049
16categories won

Sony
Xperia 1 VI
$1,299
1categories won
5 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus takes the overall win
The Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus 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 S27 Plus. Choose the Galaxy S27 Plus if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Xperia 1 VI if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Galaxy S27 Plus wins on endurance with 5,100 mAh and 65W fast charging.
Galaxy S27 Plus leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 16GB RAM.
Xperia 1 VI takes photography with 48MP optics and 7.1x optical telephoto capabilities.
Galaxy S27 Plus provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1049 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 S27 Plus vs Xperia 1 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Galaxy S27 Plus | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.75" | 6.5" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3120Winner | 1080 x 2340 |
| Pixel density | 509 ppiWinner | 396 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3300 nitsWinner | 1500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Galaxy S27 Plus | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) |
| Process node | 2 nmWinner | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 1,680,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 6890 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Galaxy S27 Plus | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | 7.1xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 50 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 12 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 4K at 120fps HDR across all three rear lenses |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Galaxy S27 Plus | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,100 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 65 WWinner | 30 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | 15 W |
Design
| Specification | Galaxy S27 Plus | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 194 g | 192 g |
| Thickness | 7.3 mmWinner | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP65/IP68 |
| Build | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back | Ribbed aluminum tactical frame, micro-textured Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 tactile back, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front |
Software and support
| Specification | Galaxy S27 Plus | Xperia 1 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15 / 16) |
| OS updates | 7 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 7 yearsWinner | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Galaxy S27 Plus | 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 | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | Yes |
| Launch price | $1,049Winner | $1,299 |
Samsung Galaxy S27 Plus
The Galaxy S27 Plus offers the expansive 6.75-inch QHD+ 3,300-nit visual experience and 5,100 mAh battery endurance of the Ultra in a sleeker, lighter 7.3mm chassis.
- Display
- 6.75"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,100mAh
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
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