Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra vs Sony Xperia 1 VI

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Both devices score the same overall rating of 64/100. Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 901,346); the Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably lighter (192g vs 222g).

Both devices scored the same rating of 64/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra

Performance 58
Display 88
Camera 73
Battery 56
Portability 37
Value for money 38

Sony Xperia 1 VI

Performance 81
Display 80
Camera 39
Battery 53
Portability 62
Value for money —

What makes Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra better?

  • Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP

  • Better camera (73/100 vs 39/100)
  • Longer battery life (56/100 vs 53/100)
  • Better display (88/100 vs 80/100)

What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 901346
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 1222
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 3060
  • Lighter: 192g vs 222g

  • Higher performance (81/100 vs 58/100)
  • Better portability (62/100 vs 37/100)

Comparison verdict

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 1 VI received the same MobileRank rating — 64/100. In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (81/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (62/100 vs 37/100).

Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Sony Xperia 1 VI
Processor Samsung Exynos 990 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 901346 2096581
Geekbench Single 1222 2203
Geekbench Multi 3060 6511
Display 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.5" LTPO OLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2340
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 30W
Wireless charging 15W 15W
Main camera 108 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 12 MP
Front camera 40 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 10 Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades
NFC — yes
Protection — IP65
Dimensions — 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 222 g 192 g
Launch price $1399 —

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra

  • Main: 108MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 40MP
73
camera

Sony Xperia 1 VI

  • Main: 48MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
39
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra

  • 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
88
display

Sony Xperia 1 VI

  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
56
battery

Sony Xperia 1 VI

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
53
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Samsung Exynos 990
64/100
901346 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VI Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
64/100 +57.0%
2096581 AnTuTu

Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra by 57.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra

$1399

Sony Xperia 1 VI

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (81/100 vs 58/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (73/100 vs 39/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (56/100 vs 53/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra (62/100 vs 37/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

Both devices scored 64/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Sony Xperia 1 VI (81/100 vs 58/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 64/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 39/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (81/100 vs 58/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users.