Detailed comparison and review of Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact and Samsung Galaxy S20. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare sizes, functions, but also other key features of both phones and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the phone that best fits your needs and expectations.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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Product Type | Smartphone | Smartphone | |
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Manufacturer Model Number | G8441 | SM-G980F/DS | |
Form Factor | Touch | Touch | |
Height | 129 mm | 151.7 mm | Samsung Galaxy S20 has greater height than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
Width | 65 mm | 69.1 mm | Samsung Galaxy S20 has greater width than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
Depth | 9.3 mm | 7.9 mm | Samsung Galaxy S20 is narrower than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
Weight | 143 g | 163 g | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact is lighter than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
Body Colour | Pink twilight | Black | Horizon blue | Pink | Cosmic grey | Cloud blue | Pink cloud | Cloud white | |
Protection | Dustproof, water-resistant | Dustproof, splashproof, water-resistant | |
Waterproof (Water-resistant) | Yes | Yes | Both phones are waterproof. |
IP rating | IP68, IP65 | IP68 | |
Repairability Index | - | 5.7 (out of 10) | |
SAR Value | 1.32 W/kg (body), 1.36 W/kg (head) | 1.525 W/kg (body), 0.279 W/kg (head) | |
Integrated Components | - | Heart rate sensor | |
Connector Type | Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm USB Type-C - 24 pin USB-C |
USB Type-C - 24 pin USB-C | |
SIM Card Type (Size) | Nano SIM | Nano SIM, Electronic SIM card (e-SIM) | |
SIM Card Qty | Single-SIM | Dual-SIM | |
SIM Card Configuration Details | - | Nano SIM + nano SIM/microSD |
DISPLAY | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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Display Type | LCD display | OLED display | |
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Display Technology | TRILUMINOS | Infinity-O Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
Screen Size (Display Size) | 4.6" | 6.2" | Samsung Galaxy S20 has larger screen size than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) | 1280 x 720 pixels | 3200 x 1440 pixels | Samsung Galaxy S20 has better screen resolution than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
Display Format | HD | QHD+ | |
Pixel Density | - | 563 ppi | |
Colour Depth | - | 16.7 million colours | |
HDR | - | Yes | Samsung Galaxy S20 has HDR. |
HDR Technology | - | HDR10+ | |
Display Enhancement Technology | Super Vivid mode, Dynamic Contrast Enhancement | - | |
Display Refresh Rate | - | 120 Hz | |
Display Features | - | Edge Screen, DCI-P3 Wide colour gamut, AOD(Always On Display) | |
Display Protection (Screen Protector) | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 (scratch resistant glass) | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 (scratch resistant glass) |
PROCESSOR | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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Processor Type (CPU) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | Samsung Exynos 990 | |
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Clock Speed | - | 2.73 GHz | |
Processor Core Qty | 8-core | 8-core | Both phones have the same number of phone cores. |
64-bit Architecture | Yes | Yes | Both phones have 64-bit architecture. |
MEMORY | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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RAM | 4 GB | LPDDR5 SDRAM - 8 GB | Samsung Galaxy S20 has more RAM than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
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Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) | 32 GB | 128 GB | Samsung Galaxy S20 has more internal memory than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
User Memory | 22.73 GB | 104 GB | |
Supported Flash Memory Cards (Expandable Memory) | microSDHC, microSDXC - up to 256 GB | microSDHC, microSDXC - up to 1 TB |
CAMERA | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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MAIN CAMERA |
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Number of Main Cameras | 1 | 3 | |
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Sensor Resolution | 19 Megapixel | 64 Megapixel | Samsung Galaxy S20 has better camera resolution than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
Sensor Size | 1/2.3" | - | |
Sensor Name | Sony Exmor RS sensor | - | |
Lens Type | - | Telephoto lens | |
Lens Aperture | F/2.0 | F/2.0 | Both phones have the same camera lens aperture. |
Field of View (FoV) | - | 76 degree(s) | |
Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) | - | Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) | Samsung Galaxy S20 has optical stabilisation. |
Focus Adjustment | Automatic | Automatic, manual | |
Laser Auto Focus | Yes | - | |
Digital Zoom | 8x | - | |
Self-Timer Delay | - | Yes | |
Special Effects | Creative effect | HDR, Grid Line, Motion photos | |
HDR Mode | Auto HDR mode | HDR+ | |
Camera Modes | Red-Eye Reduction, Panorama, AR Effect mode, SteadyShot, manual mode, Intelligent Active Mode, Superior Auto mode, low-light shots, Night scene mode | Panorama, Slow motion mode, Pro mode, HYPERLAPSE, Super Slow-mo, Flowers, Greenery, Trees, Sky, Mountains, Beaches, Watersides, Snow, Backlit, Text, Food, Live focus with bokeh effect, Face, Baby, Person, Dog, Cat, People, Sunset, Sunrise, City, Waterfall, Scenery, Stage, Vehicles, Drinks, Animal, Shoes, Indoor, Clothes, Night view, Live focus video | |
Face Recognition (Face ID) | Smile shutter | Face detection | Both phones have face detection. |
White Balance | - | Custom, automatic | |
Light Source | LED light | High CRI LED flash | |
Video Resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (4K), Super slow motion video 1280 x 720 (720p) at 960 fps | 1920 x 1080 (1080p) at 60 fps, 1280 x 720 (720p) at 30 fps, 3840 x 2160 (4K) at 60 fps, Super slow motion video 1280 x 720 (720p) at 960 fps, Slo-mo video 1920 x 1080 (1080p) at 240 fps, 7680 x 4320 (8K) at 24 fps | |
Camera Features (Functions) | Quick Launch, Object tracking, G lens, Scene recognition, BIONZ image processing engine, Sound Photo, Quick Capture, Stereo Audio Recording, Triple image sensing technology, Predictive Hybrid Autofocus, Predictive Capture, Motion Eye camera, 3x Clear image zoom, Anti-distortion shutter, Movie Creator | Quick Launch, Playback zoom, Phase Detect Auto-Focus (PDAF), blink detection, VDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilisation), Tracking AF, Video location tags, location tags, Hyperlapse video support 1080p, Scene Optimiser, Full view, Flaw detection, Shot suggestions, AR Emoji, blur detection, HDR10+ recording, Floating shutter button, Super steady, Quick Measure, 3x Hybrid Zoom |
SECOND CAMERA |
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Sensor Resolution (2nd Camera) | - | 12 Megapixel | |
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Lens Type (2nd Camera) | - | Ultra wide-angle lens | |
Lens Aperture (2nd Camera) | - | F/2.2 | |
Field of View (2nd Camera) | - | 120 degree(s) | |
Pixel Size (2nd Camera) | - | 1.4 μm | |
Camera Features (2nd Camera) | - | Dual Pixel AF, OIS (Optical Image Stabilisation) |
THIRD CAMERA |
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Sensor Resolution (3rd Camera) | - | 12 Megapixel | |
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Sensor Size (3rd Camera) | - | 1/1.76" | |
Lens Type (3rd Camera) | - | Wide-angle lens | |
Lens Aperture (3rd Camera) | - | F/1.8 | |
Field of View (3rd Camera) | - | 79 degree(s) | |
Pixel Size (3rd Camera) | - | 1.8 μm | |
Camera Features (3rd Camera) | - | Dual Pixel AF |
FRONT CAMERA |
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Number of Front Cameras | 1 | 1 | |
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Sensor Resolution (Front) | 8 Megapixel | 10 Megapixel | Samsung Galaxy S20 has better front camera resolution than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
Sensor Size (Front) | 1/4" | - | |
Sensor Name (Front) | Sony Exmor RS sensor | - | |
Lens Type (Front) | Wide-angle lens | - | |
Lens Aperture (Front) | - | F/2.2 | |
Field of View (Front) | - | 80 degree(s) | |
Pixel Size (Front) | - | 1.22 μm | |
Focus Adjustment | - | Automatic | |
Camera Modes (Front) | SteadyShot, Intelligent Active Mode | Live Focus mode, AR Emoji, Live focus video | |
Camera Features (Front) | - | Dual Pixel AF |
BATTERY AND CHARGING | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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Battery Capacity (Battery Size) | 2700 mAh | 4000 mAh | Samsung Galaxy S20 has larger battery capacity than Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact. |
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Fast Charging Technology | Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 | Samsung Super Fast Charging 2.0 | Both phones have fast charging technology. |
Wireless Charging | - | Yes | Samsung Galaxy S20 can be charged wirelessly. |
Wireless Charging Standards | - | WPC, PMA, Qi, Fast Wireless Charging 2.0, Wireless PowerShare | |
Talk Time | - | 1200 minutes | |
Run Time Details | - | Talk: up to 1200 min Active online usage: up to 15 hrs Playback (video): up to 18 hrs Playback (audio): up to 64 hrs |
CELLULAR | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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Technology | WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM | WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM | |
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Mobile Broadband Generation | 4G | 4G | Both phones have the same mobile network generation. |
Operating System | Android 8.0 Oreo | Android 10 | |
User Interface | - | Samsung One UI 2 | |
Intelligent Assistant | - | Bixby | |
Payment Technology | - | Samsung Pay | |
Navigation | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
COMMUNICATIONS | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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Data Transmission | GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE | GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, FDD-LTE, TDD-LTE | |
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2G Band | 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM | 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM | |
3G UMTS Band | - | Band 1, Band 2, Band 4, Band 5, Band 8 | |
3G UMTS Frequency | - | 2100, 1900, 1700, 850, 900 | |
4G LTE Band | - | Band 1, Band 2, Band 3, Band 4, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 12, Band 13, Band 17, Band 18, Band 19, Band 20, Band 25, Band 26, Band 28, Band 32, Band 38, Band 39, Band 40, Band 41, Band 66 | |
4G LTE Frequency | - | FDD 2100, FDD 1900 PCS, FDD 1800+, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS, FDD 850, FDD 2600, FDD 900, FDD 700a, FDD 700c, FDD 700b, FDD 800 lower, FDD 800 upper, FDD 800 DD, FDD 1900+, FDD 850+, FDD 700 APT, FDD 1500 L, TDD 2600, TDD 1900, TDD 2300, TDD 2500, FDD 1700 - 2110 AWS-3 | |
Wireless Interface | Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, ANT+, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.0 | |
NFC | Yes | Yes | Both phones have an NFC reader for mobile payments. |
Messaging Services | SMS, MMS | SMS, MMS |
MEDIA | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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Supported Digital Audio Standards | WAV, WMA, AAC, AIFF, ASF, PCM, Ogg Vorbis, AMR, MP3, FLAC, AAC-LC, XMF, LPCM, AAC +, eAAC+, MKA, MIDI, M4A, apt-X, DSF, DSDIFF, DSD, LDAC, MXMF, AWB, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, MP4, ALAC, OPUS, 3GPP, M4V, AAC-ELD, ADTS, 3GPP2, MPEG 2 TS, WAVE | WAV, WMA, AAC, PCM, AMR, MP3, FLAC, XMF, OGG, MIDI, APE (Monkey's Audio), M4A, DSF, MXMF, OGA, 3GA, AWB, IMY, RTTTL, RTX, OTA, DFF, MID, DSD64, DSD128 | |
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Supported Digital Video Standards | MKV, AVI, MPEG-4, MPEG-2, 3GP, H.264, H.263, M4V, TS, WebM, 3G2, VP8, VP9, H.265, 3GPP, 3GPP2 | MKV, FLV, AVI, WMV, ASF, 3GP, M4V, WebM, 3G2, MP4 | |
Sound Enhancements | Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE HX), Clear Audio+, 3D surround sound (VPT) | Dolby Digital Plus sound, Dolby Atmos sound technology, Surround sound, Acoustic Overload Point, stereo speakers tuned by AKG, Dolby Digital sound, Qualcomm TrueWireless, Qualcomm Broadcast Audio, Qualcomm Aqstic audio, Qualcomm aptX audio |
FEATURES | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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Phone Functions | Speakerphone, voice control, call timer, conference call, flight mode, voice dialing, vibrating alert | Speakerphone, voice control, call timer, conference call, flight mode, voice dialing, vibrating alert | |
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Sensors | - | Accelerometer, proximity sensor, barometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, RGB sensor, geomagnetic sensor | |
Security Devices | Fingerprint reader | Fingerprint reader (under display), face recognition | |
Additional Phone Features | TTY compatible, DLNA Certified, Text-to-Speech (text recognition), sharing media via DLNA, intelligent typing (SWIFTKEY), intelligent typing (Gesture), Wi-Fi Miracast, Glove mode, TRILUMINOS display, Multi Window, X-Reality engine, MIMO technology, Google Voice typing function, Screen mirroring, Clear Audio+, Clear Bass, Dynamic normaliser, Digital Noise Cancelling (DNC), Ultra STAMINA Mode, Live Color LED, Hi-Res Audio, Low power audio playback, Smart backlight control, High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP), Wi-Fi Passpoint, S-Force Front surround, Alarm Clock, PS4 Remote Play, Noise suppression, Smart cleaner, Qnovo Adaptive Charging, Battery Care, Smart Lock, STAMINA Mode, Screen zooming, Sony BRAVIA TV technology, Automatic Headphone Optimisation (AHO), Virtual Phones Technology (VPT), Xperia Actions, Automatic headset compensation, Smart Stamina 3.0 | HD Voice, Multi Window, Smart Select, MU-MIMO technology, Fast Charging, Samsung KNOX, High AOP Mic, Smart View, Live message, Samsung DeX support, Bixby Vision, Neural Network Processing Unit, Secure Folder function, Dual Audio, Bixby Routines, Intelligent Performance Enhancer, Samsung KNOX 3.3 | |
Android Enterprise Recommended | Yes | - |
OTHERS | Sony XPERIA XZ1 Compact | Samsung Galaxy S20 |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter | |
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Compliant Standards | IP68, IP65, HAC (Hearing Aid Compatible) | VDE, IP68, HAC (Hearing Aid Compatible), SGS |