Samsung Galaxy A04 vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII
The Samsung Galaxy A04 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $135 and $1499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads — 70/100 vs 19/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VIII has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A04 doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A04
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 200g
- Cheaper: $135 vs $1499
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 6/100)
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A04 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VIII, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII scores 51 points higher (70/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads (63/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 leads (100/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (63/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (100/100 vs 6/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A04 | Sony Xperia 1 VIII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3842882 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.5" PLS LCD | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI Core 4.1 | Android 16, up to 5 major Android upgrades | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×76.3×9.1 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 200 g | |
| Price | $135 | $1499 |
Samsung Galaxy A04
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 6.5" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A04
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 1 VIII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Price difference: $1364. Samsung Galaxy A04 is cheaper by $1364.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (90/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 (63/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A04 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VIII (100/100 vs 6/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A04 by 51 points (70/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A04 and the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VIII — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on camera score (63/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A04 or the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VIII leads on performance (90/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A04 over the Sony Xperia 1 VIII?
The Samsung Galaxy A04 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is a better fit for gamers and power users.