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; estimated prices are $1099 and $900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 43/100 (a 14-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 (3,161,830 vs 1,761,879).
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Sony Xperia 1 V
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 1761879
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 187g
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $900 vs $1099
- Better camera (34/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (48/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Sony Xperia 1 V, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 14 points higher (57/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V leads (39/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V leads (48/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (34/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V 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 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (48/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Sony Xperia 1 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 1761879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3271 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11051 | 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 | 0W | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $1099 | $900 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 V
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
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
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
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 79.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $199. Sony Xperia 1 V is cheaper by $199.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (77/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (34/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V 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 66/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (48/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 V — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
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 57/100, the Sony Xperia 1 V — 43/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 V is a better fit for everyday use.