Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Sony Xperia Pro-I

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Sony Xperia Pro-I (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $1799 and $1799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia Pro-I leads — 50/100 vs 48/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia Pro-I has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4400); the Sony Xperia Pro-I is noticeably lighter (211g vs 271g).

The Sony Xperia Pro-I edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Performance 63
Display 78
Camera 20
Battery 38
Portability 20
Value for money 0
Sony Xperia Pro-I
Performance 63
Display 90
Camera 20
Battery 35
Portability 43
Value for money 4
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?

  • Longer battery life (38/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Sony Xperia Pro-I better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
  • Lighter: 211g vs 271g

  • Better display (90/100 vs 78/100)
  • Better portability (43/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Sony Xperia Pro-I, the Sony Xperia Pro-I scores 2 points higher (50/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 0/100, Sony Xperia Pro-I — 4/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100. In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100. In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Sony Xperia Pro-I are nearly equal (38/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (43/100 vs 20/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users.
Sony Xperia Pro-I: The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 Sony Xperia Pro-I
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1119714 1119714
Geekbench Single 1488 1488
Geekbench Multi 3373 3373
Display 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2208x1768 1644x3840
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 25W 30W
Wireless charging 10W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 12 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 11
NFC yes
Protection IP65/IP68
Dimensions 166.0×72.0×8.9 mm
Weight 271 g 211 g
Launch price $1799 $1799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
20
camera
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
20
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
  • 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2208x1768
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
78
display
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 10W
38
battery
Sony Xperia Pro-I
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Sony Xperia Pro-I, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888
48/100
1119714 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia Pro-I Snapdragon 888
50/100
1119714 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
$1799
Sony Xperia Pro-I
$1799

Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 20/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Sony Xperia Pro-I are nearly equal (38/100 vs 35/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia Pro-I notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (43/100 vs 20/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Sony Xperia Pro-I edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Sony Xperia Pro-I — 50/100.

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Sony Xperia Pro-I?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia Pro-I is a better fit for active users.