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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 65/100 (a 1-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 (3,113,347 vs 1,320,406).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Sony Xperia 1 IV
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1320406
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 4188
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 185g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 IV better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 1 points higher (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 4188 | |
| 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 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
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 leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 135.8% 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 Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 IV (93/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (56/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (53/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 IV by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
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 66/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 65/100.
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 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for active users.