Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs Sony Xperia 1 V

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sony Xperia 1 V (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; estimated prices are $2899 and $900. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 57/100 vs 43/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 1,761,879); the Sony Xperia 1 V is noticeably lighter (187g vs 309g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 V — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 49
Battery 52
Design 0
Value for money 0
Sony Xperia 1 V
Performance 30
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 66
Value for money 48
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 1761879
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 2004
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 5311
  • Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (67/100 vs 30/100)
  • Better camera (49/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 V better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 309g
  • Cheaper: $900 vs $2899

  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (48/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs the Sony Xperia 1 V, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 14 points higher (57/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V leads (48/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (66/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (48/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold: The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for active users.
Sony Xperia 1 V: The Sony Xperia 1 V is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Sony Xperia 1 V
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
AnTuTu 2926532 1761879
Geekbench Single 3050 2004
Geekbench Multi 9300 5311
Display 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2160x1584 1644x3840
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5600 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 30W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 48 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 12 MP
Front camera 10 MP 12 MP
RAM 16GB 12GB
Storage 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8 Android 13, upgradable to Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP65
Dimensions 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm 165.0×71.0×8.3 mm
Weight 309 g 187 g
Price $2899 $900
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
49
camera
Sony Xperia 1 V
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
  • 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2160x1584
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Sony Xperia 1 V
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
  • 5600 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Sony Xperia 1 V
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and Sony Xperia 1 V, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
57/100
2926532 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 V Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
43/100 -66.1%
1761879 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Sony Xperia 1 V by 66.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
$2899
Sony Xperia 1 V
$900

Price difference: $1999. Sony Xperia 1 V is cheaper by $1999.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (67/100 vs 30/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 V (49/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (66/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 V significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (48/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 V — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Sony Xperia 1 V — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (49/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (67/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold over the Sony Xperia 1 V?

The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 V is a better fit for everyday use.