{ "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra-vs-sony-xperia-1-viii/", "generated": "2026-08-12T05:33:51+00:00", "source": "WhatMobilePK.com", "currency": "PKR", "headline": "Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Sony Xperia 1 VIII", "answer": "The Sony Xperia 1 VIII is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 93 against 89 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, memory & storage and value for money. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra still wins on camera, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is the cheaper of the two at PKR 434,999 against PKR 439,999.", "phones": [ { "name": "Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra", "slug": "samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra", "brand": "Samsung", "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra/", "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-22-2025-09_23_44-AM.png", "price": { "amount": 434999, "currency": "PKR" }, "updated": "2026-07-26T05:58:54+00:00", "scores": { "performance": 88, "camera": 98, "battery": 69.6, "display": 100, "memory": 87.5, "value": 97.3, "overall": 89.4 }, "specs": { "Design & build": { "Release date": "January 2024 (Available in Pakistan)", "Dimensions": "162.3 × 79.0 × 8.6 mm", "Weight": "232 g", "Water resistance": "IP68 (Dust & Water Resistance)" }, "Display": { "Screen size": "6.8 inches", "Resolution": "1440 × 3120 pixels (~505 ppi)", "Panel type": "Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, HDR10+, 120Hz", "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass Armor" }, "Performance": { "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm)", "CPU": "Octa-core (1×3.39 GHz Cortex-X4 + 3×3.1 GHz Cortex-A720 + 2×2.9 GHz Cortex-A720 + 2×2.2 GHz Cortex-A520)", "GPU": "Adreno 750", "Operating system": "Android 14 (upgradable to Android 15) with One UI 6.1" }, "Memory & storage": { "RAM": "12 GB", "Internal storage": "256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB", "Card slot": "No" }, "Camera": { "Main camera": "200 MP wide (OIS) + 50 MP periscope telephoto (5× optical zoom, OIS) + 10 MP telephoto (3× optical zoom, OIS) + 12 MP ultra-wide", "Selfie camera": "12 MP (wide)", "Video recording": "8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps" }, "Battery & charging": { "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Ion 5000 mAh", "Wired charging": "45W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless" }, "Connectivity & extras": { "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM + eSIM, IP68 dust/water resistant)", "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band", "Bluetooth": "5.3", "NFC": "Yes", "Sensors": "Fingerprint (under-display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity, barometer", "USB": "USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort 1.2, OTG" } } }, { "name": "Sony Xperia 1 VIII", "slug": "sony-xperia-1-viii", "brand": "Sony", "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/sony/sony-xperia-1-viii/", "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ChatGPT-Image-May-18-2026-09_49_30-AM-1024x683.png", "price": { "amount": 439999, "currency": "PKR" }, "updated": "2026-05-18T04:58:53+00:00", "scores": { "performance": 97.8, "camera": 94, "battery": 69.6, "display": 100, "memory": 100, "value": 100, "overall": 92.8 }, "specs": { "Design & build": { "Release date": "May 13, 2026.", "Dimensions": "161.9 x 74.5 x 8.5 mm", "Weight": "197g", "Water resistance": "IP68 dust/water resistant" }, "Display": { "Screen size": "6.5 Inches", "Resolution": "1080 x 2340 Pixels (FHD+)", "Panel type": "LTPO OLED, 120Hz, HDR", "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2" }, "Performance": { "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5", "CPU": "Octa-core", "GPU": "Adreno 840", "Operating system": "Android 16" }, "Memory & storage": { "RAM": "12GB / 16GB", "Internal storage": "256GB / 512GB / 1TB", "Card slot": "microSDXC (up to 2TB)" }, "Camera": { "Main camera": "48MP Main Sensor 48MP Ultra-Wide 48MP Periscope Telephoto ZEISS Optics AI Camera Assistant OIS HDR Panorama", "Selfie camera": "12MP Selfie Camera HDR", "Video recording": "4K Video Recording" }, "Battery & charging": { "Battery capacity": "Li-Po 5000mAh, non-removable", "Wired charging": "45W Fast Charging Wireless Charging Reverse Wireless Charging" }, "Connectivity & extras": { "SIM": "Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual standby)", "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct", "Bluetooth": "v5.4", "NFC": "Yes", "Sensors": "Fingerprint Sensor: Side Mounted Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity Compass Barometer", "USB": "USB Type-C 3.2" } } } ], "verdict": { "winner": "sony-xperia-1-viii", "margin": 3.4, "decisive": true, "categories": [ { "category": "performance", "label": "Performance", "weight": 25, "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.", "scores": { "samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra": 88, "sony-xperia-1-viii": 97.8 }, "leader": "sony-xperia-1-viii" }, { "category": "camera", "label": "Camera", "weight": 20, "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.", "scores": { "samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra": 98, "sony-xperia-1-viii": 94 }, "leader": "samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra" }, { "category": "battery", "label": "Battery & charging", "weight": 18, "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.", "scores": { "samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra": 69.6, "sony-xperia-1-viii": 69.6 }, "leader": null }, { "category": "display", "label": "Display", "weight": 15, "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.", "scores": { "samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra": 100, "sony-xperia-1-viii": 100 }, "leader": null }, { "category": "memory", "label": "Memory & storage", "weight": 12, "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.", "scores": { "samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra": 87.5, "sony-xperia-1-viii": 100 }, "leader": "sony-xperia-1-viii" }, { "category": "value", "label": "Value for money", "weight": 10, "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.", "scores": { "samsung-galaxy-s24-ultra": 97.3, "sony-xperia-1-viii": 100 }, "leader": "sony-xperia-1-viii" } ], "unscored": [] }, "differences": [ "Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra costs PKR 5,000 less.", "Sony Xperia 1 VIII offers 4 GB more RAM.", "Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a 152 MP higher-resolution main sensor." ], "faq": [ { "question": "Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Sony Xperia 1 VIII?", "answer": "Sony Xperia 1 VIII comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 3.4 points. It wins on performance, memory & storage and value for money. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price." }, { "question": "What is the price of Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Sony Xperia 1 VIII in Pakistan?", "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is listed at PKR 434,999 and Sony Xperia 1 VIII at PKR 439,999. That makes Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra cheaper by PKR 5,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative." }, { "question": "Which has the better camera, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Sony Xperia 1 VIII?", "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra scores higher in our camera assessment. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra uses a 200 MP main sensor against 48 MP on Sony Xperia 1 VIII, though sensor size and processing matter more than resolution alone." }, { "question": "Which is better for gaming, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or Sony Xperia 1 VIII?", "answer": "Sony Xperia 1 VIII is the stronger gaming phone here. Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) while Sony Xperia 1 VIII runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5." } ], "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.", "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)." }