Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1899 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VII has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 2,456,969); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is noticeably lighter (197g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
Sony Xperia 1 VII
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (65/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VII better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 2456969
- Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9293 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 25W
- Lighter: 197g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $1295 vs $1899
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads (65/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (53/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 — 44/100, 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2456969 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 9293 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2160x1856 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 130 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.5×132.6×5.6 mm | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $1899 | $1295 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 by 17.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $604. Sony Xperia 1 VII was $604 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a bit better (65/100 vs 54/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (53/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII is a bit better (58/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 by just 3 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 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 leads on camera score (65/100 vs 54/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on performance (91/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for gamers and power users.