Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,219,688 vs 1,320,406).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Sony Xperia 1 IV
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3219688 vs 1320406
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 4188
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 IV better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Lighter: 185g vs 190g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (56/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Sony Xperia 1 IV are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3219688 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 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 | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25+ and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 143.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 1 IV
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (92/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV and the Samsung Galaxy S25+ are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (56/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Sony Xperia 1 IV are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ edges out the Sony Xperia 1 IV by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (92/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for active users.