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).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- Longer battery life (38/100 vs 35/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- Main: 12MP f/f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
Sony Xperia Pro-I
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Sony Xperia Pro-I, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
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).
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.