Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

Compare Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 vs Sony Xperia 1 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm), 12MP vs…

Samsung

Xperia 1 VI

$1,299

6categories won

6 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Sony Xperia 1 VI takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Sony Xperia 1 VI proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. For battery longevity and charging speed, the Xperia 1 VI takes the lead, while the Galaxy Z Flip 5 is the clear choice for demanding 3D gaming and heavy multitasking. Choose the Xperia 1 VI if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryXperia 1 VI

Xperia 1 VI takes battery honors offering 5,000 mAh alongside 30W charging.

🎮 GamingGalaxy Z Flip 5

Galaxy Z Flip 5 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm) and 8GB RAM.

📸 CameraXperia 1 VI

Xperia 1 VI takes photography with 48MP optics and 7.1x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy Z Flip 5

Galaxy Z Flip 5 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $999 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 Z Flip 5 vs Xperia 1 VI: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Xperia 1 VI
Screen size	6.7"	6.5"
Resolution	1080 x 2640Winner	1080 x 2340
Pixel density	426 ppiWinner	396 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	1750 nitsWinner	1500 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Xperia 1 VI
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy (4 nm)	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm)
Process node	4 nm	4 nm
AnTuTu score	3,200,000Winner	1,680,000
Geekbench multi	10800Winner	6890
Maximum RAM	8 GB	12 GBWinner
Maximum storage	512GB	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Xperia 1 VI
Main sensor	12 MP	48 MPWinner
Rear cameras	2	3Winner
Optical zoom	—	7.1x
Ultrawide	12 MP	12 MP
Selfie camera	10 MP	12 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 60fps	4K at 120fps HDR across all three rear lenses

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Xperia 1 VI
Capacity	3,700 mAh	5,000 mAhWinner
Wired charging	25 W	30 WWinner
Wireless charging	15 W	15 W

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Xperia 1 VI
Weight	187 gWinner	192 g
Thickness	6.9 mmWinner	8.2 mm
Water resistance	IPX8	IP65/IP68
Build	Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back and cover screen, Ultra Thin Glass inner folding screen	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 Z Flip 5, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	Xperia 1 VI
Operating system	Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (One UI 7)	Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15 / 16)
OS updates	4 yearsWinner	3 years
Security updates	4 years	4 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5, Sony Xperia 1 VI
Specification	Galaxy Z Flip 5	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	$999Winner	$1,299