Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Sony Xperia 1 IV

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $1099 and $1000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 44/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 IV has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 1,320,406).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 IV — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Performance 77
Display 100
Camera 30
Battery 23
Design 75
Value for money 34
Sony Xperia 1 IV
Performance 19
Display 100
Camera 56
Battery 39
Design 68
Value for money 41
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1320406
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 1675
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 4453
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Lighter: 180g vs 185g

  • Higher performance (77/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 IV better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
  • Cheaper: $1000 vs $1099

  • Better camera (56/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (41/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 13 points higher (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (39/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (77/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (39/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.
Sony Xperia 1 IV: The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Sony Xperia 1 IV
Processor Exynos 2600 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 3161830 1320406
Geekbench Single 3271 1675
Geekbench Multi 11051 4453
Display 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1080x2520 1644x3840
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W 30W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 118
Main camera 50 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 10 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP65
Dimensions 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm
Weight 180 g 185 g
Price $1099 $1000
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
30
camera
Sony Xperia 1 IV
  • Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
56
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1080x2520
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 IV
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Sony Xperia 1 IV
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 Exynos 2600
57/100
3161830 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 IV Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
44/100 -139.5%
1320406 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 139.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
$1099
Sony Xperia 1 IV
$1000

Price difference: $99. Sony Xperia 1 IV is cheaper by $99.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (77/100 vs 19/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (39/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 IV — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?

The Sony Xperia 1 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 19/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for everyday use.