Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $2899 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads — 59/100 vs 57/100 (a 2-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 Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 2,926,532); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is noticeably lighter (197g vs 309g).
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9300 vs 9293
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (49/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 2926532
- Better Geekbench Single: 3094 vs 3050
- Lighter: 197g vs 309g
- Cheaper: $1295 vs $2899
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 67/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (21/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Sony Xperia 1 VII scores 2 points higher (59/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Sony Xperia 1 VII are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (21/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2926532 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 9293 | |
| Display | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2160x1584 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 309 g | 197 g | |
| Price | $2899 | $1295 |
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by 2.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1604. Sony Xperia 1 VII is cheaper by $1604.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Sony Xperia 1 VII are nearly equal (49/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (53/100 vs 0/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (21/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.