Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Sony Xperia 1 V
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Sony Xperia 1 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 64/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 V has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 1,761,879).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Sony Xperia 1 V
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 1761879
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 187g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 V better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Better camera (39/100 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 V, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 2 points higher (66/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (80/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Sony Xperia 1 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 1761879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 5311 | |
| 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 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 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 13, upgradable to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×71.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 V
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- 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 V
- 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 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Sony Xperia 1 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Sony Xperia 1 V by 76.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 1 V
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (93/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (53/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (80/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 V by just 2 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 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Sony Xperia 1 V — 64/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 V is a better fit for active users.