Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs Sony Xperia Pro-I

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Sony Xperia Pro-I (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $999 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads — 58/100 vs 50/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is faster in AnTuTu (1,290,942 vs 1,119,714); the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ edges out the Sony Xperia Pro-I by just 8 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 Pro-I
Performance 63
Display 90
Camera 20
Battery 35
Portability 43
Value for money 4
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22+ better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1290942 vs 1119714
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1675 vs 1488
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4453 vs 3373
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Lighter: 196g vs 211g
  • Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1799

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 63/100)
  • Better camera (39/100 vs 20/100)
  • Longer battery life (46/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better portability (64/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sony Xperia Pro-I better?

  • Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs the Sony Xperia Pro-I, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ scores 8 points higher (58/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads (39/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads (46/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S22+ — 28/100, 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 Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (39/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (64/100 vs 43/100).

Samsung Galaxy S22+: The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users.
Sony Xperia Pro-I: The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S22+ Sony Xperia Pro-I
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1290942 1119714
Geekbench Single 1675 1488
Geekbench Multi 4453 3373
Display 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2340x1080 1644x3840
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 45W 30W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 12 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB
OS Android 12 Android 11
NFC yes
Protection IP65/IP68
Dimensions 166.0×72.0×8.9 mm
Weight 196 g 211 g
Launch price $999 $1799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
39
camera
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22+
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
46
battery
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Overall performance score

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

Samsung Galaxy S22+ Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
58/100
1290942 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia Pro-I Snapdragon 888
50/100 -15.3%
1119714 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads Sony Xperia Pro-I by 15.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S22+
$999
Sony Xperia Pro-I
$1799

Launch price difference: $800. Samsung Galaxy S22+ was $800 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (39/100 vs 20/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia Pro-I (64/100 vs 43/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ edges out the Sony Xperia Pro-I by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Sony Xperia Pro-I — 50/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads on camera score (39/100 vs 20/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ leads on performance (69/100 vs 63/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22+ over the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.