Sony Xperia 1 VI vs ZTE Blade V80 Design

The Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the ZTE Blade V80 Design (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7280. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads — 47/100 vs 29/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP.

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V80 Design — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Performance 42
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 41
Design 60
Value for money 43
ZTE Blade V80 Design
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
  • Faster charging: 30W vs 5W

  • Higher performance (42/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (34/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (41/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V80 Design better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Sony Xperia 1 VI vs the ZTE Blade V80 Design, the Sony Xperia 1 VI scores 18 points higher (47/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Design (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (34/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

Sony Xperia 1 VI: The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use.
ZTE Blade V80 Design: The ZTE Blade V80 Design is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Sony Xperia 1 VI ZTE Blade V80 Design
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Unisoc T7280
AnTuTu 2096581
Geekbench Single 2205
Geekbench Multi 7192
Display 6.5" LTPO OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2340 900x1940
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 30W 5W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP65
Dimensions 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm
Weight 192 g
Price $964
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
34
camera
ZTE Blade V80 Design
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 6.5" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2340
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V80 Design
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia 1 VI
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 15W
41
battery
ZTE Blade V80 Design
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Sony Xperia 1 VI
$964
ZTE Blade V80 Design
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Design (42/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (34/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is noticeably better than the ZTE Blade V80 Design — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Design — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on camera score (34/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (42/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Sony Xperia 1 VI over the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use. The ZTE Blade V80 Design is a better fit for everyday use.