Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

Compare Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra vs Sony Xperia 1 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm), 200MP vs…

Samsung

Xperia 1 VI

$1,299

3categories won

2 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra 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 two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the Galaxy S27 Ultra. Choose the Galaxy S27 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Xperia 1 VI if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryGalaxy S27 Ultra

Galaxy S27 Ultra wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 65W fast charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy S27 Ultra

Galaxy S27 Ultra leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and 24GB RAM.

📸 CameraTie

Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.

🏷️ ValueXperia 1 VI

Xperia 1 VI wins on budget and value at $1299 compared to $1399.

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 Ultra vs Xperia 1 VI: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	Xperia 1 VI
Screen size	6.9"	6.5"
Resolution	1440 x 3120Winner	1080 x 2340
Pixel density	498 ppiWinner	396 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	3500 nitsWinner	1500 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	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	24 GBWinner	12 GB
Maximum storage	2TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	Xperia 1 VI
Main sensor	200 MPWinner	48 MP
Rear cameras	4Winner	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

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	Xperia 1 VI
Capacity	5,500 mAhWinner	5,000 mAh
Wired charging	65 WWinner	30 W
Wireless charging	25 WWinner	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	Xperia 1 VI
Weight	218 g	192 gWinner
Thickness	8.2 mm	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

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	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

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	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	$1,399	$1,299Winner