Smartphones · Samsung
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB- Storage:
- 1,024 GB
- Memory (RAM):
- 12 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 12,289
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB vs Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB: which one suits you?
The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB is cheaper by SAR 1,440 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).
Which one should you choose?
- More space for photos and apps (1,024 GB vs 256 GB)
- Higher screen refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- Higher wired charging: 45 W vs 30 W
- Paying less: cheaper by SAR 1,440
The deciding difference here: storage and screen refresh rate and price.
Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.
Smartphones · Sony
Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB- Storage:
- 256 GB
- Memory (RAM):
- 12 GB
- Reference price:
- SAR 10,849
Key differences
Storage
✓ 1,024 GB256 GBScreen size
6.8 in6.5 inDisplay type
Dynamic AMOLED 2XAMOLED
Specifications side by side
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| Spec | | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference price | SAR 12,289 | SAR 10,849 |
| Storage | ✓ 1,024 GB | 256 GB |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 |
| Wired charging | ✓ 45 W | 30 W |
| Main camera | 200 MP | — |
| Years of OS updates | 4 years | — |
| Memory (RAM) | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Optical zoom (telephoto) | ✓ 10 x | 3 x |
| Front camera | 12 MP | — |
| Screen size | 6.8 in | 6.5 in |
| Display type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3088 | 1080 x 2340 |
| Screen refresh rate | ✓ 120 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Water and dust rating | IP68 | — |
| Operating system | Android 13.0 | Android 14 |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Dual SIM | Yes | Yes |
| Colour | Red | — |
| Dimensions | — | 16.5 x 7.6 x 1 cm |
| Weight | 234 g | — |
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
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Direct comparison questions
What is the difference in processor between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB and the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB: Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.
What is the difference in storage between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB and the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB?
Storage is higher on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB: 1,024 GB vs 256 GB on the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.
What is the difference in battery capacity between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB and the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB?
No difference here: battery capacity is 5,000 mAh on both.
What is the difference in wired charging between the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB and the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB?
Wired charging is higher on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra 1TB: 45 W vs 30 W on the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.