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Updated January 10, 2024·

If the camera is a priority, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a better overall camera quality, including superior still photo and video capabilities, and offers 108MP compared to Sony's 12MP main camera. The S22 Ultra also boasts a larger screen at 6.8 inches and a higher peak brightness for better visibility in various lighting conditions, while the Xperia 5 III has a smaller 6.1-inch display. In terms of battery life, the two are comparable, but the S22 Ultra slightly edges out the Xperia 5 III. The Xperia 5 III has the advantage of a 3.5mm headphone jack and is lighter than the S22 Ultra, indicating improved portability. Both run on Android, but the Xperia 5 III is generally less expensive, making it a cost-effective choice if budget is a concern and if the additional camera and display benefits of the S22 Ultra are not as critical for you. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
  • Very good for taking photos
  • Good for recording videos
  • Best in class display quality
Advantages of the Sony Xperia 5 III
  • The Sony Xperia 5 III has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra.

Key differences

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Overall Camera Quality

8.4
Galaxy S22 Ultra
Xperia 5 III
6.0
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has very good overall camera quality, while the Sony Xperia 5 III has only fair overall camera quality.

Photo Quality

8.5
Galaxy S22 Ultra
Xperia 5 III
5.9
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra takes very good photos, while the Sony Xperia 5 III takes poor photos.

Video Quality

7.4
Galaxy S22 Ultra
Xperia 5 III
6.0
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra takes good videos, while the Sony Xperia 5 III takes only fair videos.

Screen Size

The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a screen size of 6.8 inches and the Sony Xperia 5 III is 6.1 inches.
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Key similarities

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Battery

7.8 Hours
Galaxy S22 Ultra
Xperia 5 III
7.3 Hours
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has 7.8 hours of battery life. The Sony Xperia 5 III has 7.3 hours of battery life.

Cost

$446
Galaxy S22 Ultra
Xperia 5 III
$450
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The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a price of $446 and the Sony Xperia 5 III costs $450.

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How the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Sony Xperia 5 III compare to other phones

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Spec Comparison

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Samsung Galaxy S22 UltraSony Xperia 5 III
Samsung Galaxy S22 UltraSony Xperia 5 III

GENERAL

Price
$446
$450
Brand
SamsungSony
Operating System
AndroidAndroid
Release Date
February 25, 2022October 8, 2021

SCREEN

Screen Size
6.8"6.1"
Resolution
3088 x 14402520 x 1080
Variable refresh rate
YesNo
Pixels Per Inch
500449
Display Type
OLEDOLED

INTERNAL

Processor
SD8G1SD888
Internal Storage
128 GB128 GB
RAM
8 GB8 GB

CAMERA

Overall Camera Quality Score
8.4/106/10
Photos Score
8.5/105.9/10
Videos Score
7.5/106/10
Rear Cameras
Main, Ultrawide, Telephoto, Super TelephotoMain, Ultrawide, Telephoto
Main Camera
108 megapixels + OIS12 megapixels + OIS

BATTERY

Battery Life
7.8 Hours7.3 Hours
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh4500 mAh
Wireless Charging
YesNo
Wireless charging Speed
15 W0 W
Reverse wireless charging
Yes (4.5 watts)No

PHYSICAL

Size
6.43" x 3.07"6.18" x 2.68"
Weight
8.04 oz5.93 oz
Back Material
GlassGlass
Stereo Speakers
NoYes

CONNECTIVITY

Dual SIM
YesYes
Bluetooth Version
5.25.2
A2DP
YesYes
WiFi Version
6e6
NFC
YesYes
US 5G Bands
(SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave)1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 66, 71, 260, 248(SA/NSA/Sub6)1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78

OTHER FEATURES

Biometric unlock
Face unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Under DisplayFace unlock, Fingerprint sensor: Side
Unlockable Bootloader
NoNo
Color
Phantom Black, Phantom White, Burgundy, GreenBlack, Green
Stock Android
NoYes
SD Card
NoYes

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Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra

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Android Authority

Eric Zeman | February 2023
"The Galaxy S22 Ultra is a bit of a “greatest hits” compilation of Samsung’s best ideas from former devices. Moreover, it packs much of the same productivity-enabling software as previous Note devices coupled with the power of the S Pen while keeping the total package reasonable in terms of cost. The phone has more features, more cameras, and more software to put to use than many competing phones. It’s a hardcore device that nearly has it all."

Sony Xperia 5 III

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Android Authority

Robert Triggs | October 2022
"The Sony Xperia 5 III excels when it comes to rear camera photography, its display and multi-media features, and all-day battery life. Buy the Xperia 5 III if you’re looking for a fun but imperfect camera setup, customizable gaming features, all-day battery life, and all the best multimedia capabilities that Sony has to offer"

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About Samsung

Samsung is one of the most recognizable names in the smartphone industry, standing as the undisputed best-selling brand of Android smartphones in the United States for many years now. Samsung is known for offering a variety of smartphones in all available price points, as well as for implementing cutting-edge technology and innovative features in their flagship devices, ones that often shape the market going forward. The company offers its own unique spin on Android, called One UI, which focuses on offering a multitude of features and is heavily customizable, according to user preference.

About Sony

Sony has had a long history in the mobile market, entering the scene all the way back in 1993 with its first commercially available phone, the CM-H333. Nowadays, their Xperia line of phones provide well-rounded and sometimes expensive devices with a focus on camera software that includes extensive support for manual tweaking of settings. Sony's dedication to audio quality is also evident in its smartphones, which often feature high-resolution audio support while also being one of the few remaining manufacturers that consistently provide headphone jacks in their phones. The company's version of Android is also considered to be close to stock, enabling a bloatware-free experience for its users.

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