Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs Sony Xperia 1

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Sony Xperia 1 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads — 58/100 vs 55/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3330); the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is faster in AnTuTu (1,290,942 vs 891,237); the Sony Xperia 1 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 196g).

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ edges out the Sony Xperia 1 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22+
Performance 69
Display 79
Camera 39
Battery 46
Portability 64
Value for money 28
Sony Xperia 1
Performance 55
Display 100
Camera
Battery 12
Portability 70
Value for money
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1290942 vs 891237
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3330 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 55/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 12/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 196g

  • Better display (100/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better portability (70/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs the Sony Xperia 1, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ scores 3 points higher (58/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (100/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (46/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).

Samsung Galaxy S22+: The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users.
Sony Xperia 1: The Sony Xperia 1 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S22+ Sony Xperia 1
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
AnTuTu 1290942 891237
Geekbench Single 1675 968
Geekbench Multi 4453 2731
Display 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2340x1080 1644x3840
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 3330 mAh
Charging 45W 18W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Android 9.0 (Pie)
NFC yes
Protection IP65
Dimensions 167.0×72.0×8.2 mm
Weight 196 g 178 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
39
camera
Sony Xperia 1
  • Main: —
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Sony Xperia 1
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: —
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery
Sony Xperia 1
  • 3330 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S22+ and Sony Xperia 1, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S22+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
58/100
1290942 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
55/100 -44.8%
891237 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads Sony Xperia 1 by 44.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S22+
$999
Sony Xperia 1
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (100/100 vs 79/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 (46/100 vs 12/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the Sony Xperia 1?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ edges out the Sony Xperia 1 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and the Sony Xperia 1?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Sony Xperia 1 — 55/100.

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the Sony Xperia 1?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads on performance (69/100 vs 55/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22+ over the Sony Xperia 1?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 is a better fit for everyday use.