Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs Sony Xperia 1 VII

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. Both devices score the same overall rating of 71/100. Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 2,994,112); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is thinner (4.9mm vs 8.3mm).

Both devices scored the same rating of 71/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Performance 92
Display 81
Camera 50
Battery 45
Portability 76
Value for money
Sony Xperia 1 VII
Performance 91
Display 80
Camera 54
Battery 53
Portability 58
Value for money 50
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 2994112
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 9293
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
  • Better portability (76/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VII better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 3041
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Lighter: 197g vs 199g

  • Better camera (54/100 vs 50/100)
  • Longer battery life (53/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Sony Xperia 1 VII received the same MobileRank rating — 71/100. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Sony Xperia 1 VII are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Sony Xperia 1 VII are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (76/100 vs 58/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Sony Xperia 1 VII: The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Sony Xperia 1 VII
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 3119308 2994112
Geekbench Single 3041 3094
Geekbench Multi 9494 9293
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1828x2584 2340x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 30W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
Main camera 50 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 12 MP
Front camera 10 MP 12 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 Android 15
NFC yes
Protection IP48 IP68
Dimensions 161.4×123.9×4.9 mm 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm
Weight 199 g 197 g
Price $1295
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • Main: 50MP
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
54
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
  • Resolution: 1828x2584
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery
Sony Xperia 1 VII
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
53
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100
3119308 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 VII Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
71/100 -4.2%
2994112 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Sony Xperia 1 VII by 4.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknown
Sony Xperia 1 VII
$1295
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Sony Xperia 1 VII are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Sony Xperia 1 VII are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 45/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (76/100 vs 58/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

Both devices scored 71/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 71/100.

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for gamers and power users.