Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $1199 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 44/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,681,378 vs 1,242,193); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has the stronger camera (140 vs 119); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 234g).
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Higher AnTuTu: 1681378 vs 1242193
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4453
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Lighter: 172g vs 234g
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1199
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 7/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 5 points higher (49/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (29/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (29/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (73/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (85/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1681378 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 119 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 172 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $799 |
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 35.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Sony Xperia 5 IV is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (29/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (73/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (85/100 vs 7/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra edges out the Sony Xperia 5 IV by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on performance (29/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.