Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $1099 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 59/100 vs 57/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VII 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 2,994,112); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 197g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 2994112
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 3094
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 9293
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 197g
- Cheaper: $1099 vs $1295
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 68/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 53/100)
- Better value for money (34/100 vs 21/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Better camera (48/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 23/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 2 points higher (59/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (41/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (34/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (41/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (34/100 vs 21/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3271 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11051 | 9293 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 197 g | |
| Price | $1099 | $1295 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Sony Xperia 1 VII by 5.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $196. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is cheaper by $196.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (48/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (41/100 vs 23/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (75/100 vs 53/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (34/100 vs 21/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 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 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on camera score (48/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.