Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 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 Sony Xperia 1 VI has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 1,436,963); the Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably lighter (192g vs 209g).
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (63/100 vs 39/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 2205 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7192 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Lighter: 192g vs 209g
- Higher performance (81/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 51/100)
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 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 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Sony Xperia 1 VI | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | 2096581 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | 2205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | 7192 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 31.5% in our overall performance rating.
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (81/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (63/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (53/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 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.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (81/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users.