Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB vs Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 7 of the specs we have recorded, and the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB is cheaper by SAR 554 (prices checked 4 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • No clear lead in the recorded specs; design or brand preference may decide.
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 554
  • More space for photos and apps (1,000 GB vs 256 GB)
  • More memory for multitasking (16 GB vs 12 GB)
  • Higher wired charging: 60 W vs 30 W

The deciding difference here: storage and memory (RAM) and price.

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

Key differences

  • Storage

    256 GB✓ 1,000 GB
  • Memory (RAM)

    12 GB✓ 16 GB
  • Screen size

    6.5 in✓ 6.9 in

Specifications side by side

21 of 21 specs

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Spec
SonySAR 10,849
Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB specs
SamsungSAR 10,295
Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB specs
Reference priceSAR 10,849SAR 10,295
Storage256 GB✓ 1,000 GB
Memory (RAM)12 GB✓ 16 GB
ProcessorSnapdragon 8 Gen 3Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
Wired charging30 W✓ 60 W
Main camera—200 MP
Battery capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in processor between the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB?

Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB: Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. 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 Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB?

Storage is higher on the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB: 1,000 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 Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB?

No difference here: battery capacity is 5,000 mAh on both.

What is the difference in wired charging between the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB and the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB?

Wired charging is higher on the Samsung Galaxy S 26 Ultra 1000GB: 60 W vs 30 W on the Sony Xperia 1 VI 256GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.