Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB vs Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 11 of the specs we have recorded, and the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB is cheaper by SAR 750 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 750
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (5,000 mAh vs 4,056 mAh)
  • Higher wired charging: 30 W vs 25 W
  • More space for photos and apps (2,048 GB vs 256 GB)
  • Larger screen refresh rate: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
  • Higher optical zoom (telephoto): 8 x vs 3 x

The deciding difference here: storage and screen refresh rate and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Storage

    256 GB✓ 2,048 GB
  • Screen size

    6.5 in6.3 in
  • Display type

    AMOLEDOLED

Specifications side by side

21 of 21 specs

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Spec
SonySAR 10,849
Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB specs
AppleSAR 11,599
Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB specs
Reference priceSAR 10,849SAR 11,599
Storage256 GB✓ 2,048 GB
Memory (RAM)12 GB—
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Gen 3Apple A20 Pro
Battery capacity✓ 5,000 mAh4,056 mAh
Wired charging✓ 30 W25 W
Main camera—48 MP
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB?

Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB: Apple A20 Pro. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in storage between the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB?

Storage is higher on the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB: 2,048 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 Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB: 5,000 mAh vs 4,056 mAh on the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in wired charging between the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB?

Wired charging is higher on the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB: 30 W vs 25 W on the Apple iPhone 18 Pro 2TB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.