Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $1299 and $1000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 44/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,515,964 vs 1,320,406); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the stronger camera (157 vs 118); the Sony Xperia 1 IV is noticeably lighter (185g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 1320406
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 4453
- Faster charging: 60W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
- Lighter: 185g vs 214g
- Cheaper: $1000 vs $1299
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 31 points higher (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (41/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (41/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 118 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $1299 | $1000 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 166.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $299. Sony Xperia 1 IV is cheaper by $299.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (84/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (86/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (68/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (41/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV by 31 points (75/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for everyday use.