Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs Sony Xperia Pro-I

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Sony Xperia Pro-I (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $1199 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ leads — 56/100 vs 50/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia Pro-I is faster in AnTuTu (1,119,714 vs 874,382); the Samsung Galaxy S20+ is noticeably lighter (188g vs 211g).

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ edges out the Sony Xperia Pro-I by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20+
Performance 57
Display 90
Camera 42
Battery 42
Portability 72
Value for money 22
Sony Xperia Pro-I
Performance 63
Display 90
Camera 20
Battery 35
Portability 43
Value for money 4
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20+ better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 211g
  • Cheaper at launch: $1199 vs $1799

  • Better camera (42/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sony Xperia Pro-I better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1119714 vs 874382
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1488 vs 1222
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 3373 vs 3060
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 25W

  • Higher performance (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs the Sony Xperia Pro-I, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ scores 6 points higher (56/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ leads (42/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20+ — 22/100, Sony Xperia Pro-I — 4/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (42/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (72/100 vs 43/100).

Samsung Galaxy S20+: The Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better fit for everyday use.
Sony Xperia Pro-I: The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S20+ Sony Xperia Pro-I
Processor Samsung Exynos 990 Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 874382 1119714
Geekbench Single 1222 1488
Geekbench Multi 3060 3373
Display 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.5" OLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1644x3840
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 25W 30W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 12 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 512GB
OS Android 10 Android 11
NFC yes
Protection IP65/IP68
Dimensions 166.0×72.0×8.9 mm
Weight 188 g 211 g
Launch price $1199 $1799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 10MP
42
camera
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20+
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
42
battery
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Sony Xperia Pro-I, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S20+ Samsung Exynos 990
56/100
874382 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia Pro-I Snapdragon 888
50/100 +21.9%
1119714 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia Pro-I leads Samsung Galaxy S20+ by 21.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S20+
$1199
Sony Xperia Pro-I
$1799

Launch price difference: $600. Samsung Galaxy S20+ was $600 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (42/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a bit better (42/100 vs 35/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (72/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ edges out the Sony Xperia Pro-I by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Sony Xperia Pro-I — 50/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ leads on camera score (42/100 vs 20/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Sony Xperia Pro-I leads on performance (63/100 vs 57/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20+ over the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.