Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads — 65/100 vs 58/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 IV is faster in AnTuTu (1,320,406 vs 1,294,871).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22+
Sony Xperia 1 IV
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22+ better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Overall rating 58/100
What makes Sony Xperia 1 IV better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1320406 vs 1294871
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 196g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Sony Xperia 1 IV scores 7 points higher (65/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100. In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (56/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV and the Samsung Galaxy S22+ are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22+ | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1294871 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22+ and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 IV leads Samsung Galaxy S22+ by 1.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 1 IV
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 68/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (56/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV and the Samsung Galaxy S22+ are nearly equal (66/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 IV edges out the Samsung Galaxy S22+ by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 39/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22+ over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for active users.