Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1799 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 71/100 vs 48/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 1,135,878); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is noticeably lighter (197g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Sony Xperia 1 VII
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VII better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9293 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Lighter: 197g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $1295 vs $1799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (54/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (54/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (53/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, Sony Xperia 1 VII — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (54/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (53/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (58/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 9293 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 800 nits | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $1295 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 62.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $504. Sony Xperia 1 VII was $504 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (54/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (53/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (58/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on camera score (54/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for gamers and power users.