Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 vs Sony Xperia 1 V
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Sony Xperia 1 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads — 68/100 vs 64/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 V has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (2,456,969 vs 1,761,879); the Sony Xperia 1 V is noticeably lighter (187g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Sony Xperia 1 V
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2456969 vs 1761879
- Better Geekbench Single: 2203 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6511 vs 5311
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 V better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Lighter: 187g vs 239g
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 vs the Sony Xperia 1 V, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 scores 4 points higher (68/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V leads (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a bit better (83/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 | Sony Xperia 1 V | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2456969 | 1761879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 5311 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2160x1856 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 130 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 153.5×132.6×5.6 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $1899 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 V
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 V
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 V
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Sony Xperia 1 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads Sony Xperia 1 V by 39.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sony Xperia 1 V
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a bit better (83/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (65/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 edges out the Sony Xperia 1 V by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Sony Xperia 1 V — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads on camera score (65/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads on performance (83/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 over the Sony Xperia 1 V?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 V is a better fit for active users.