Sony Xperia 10 II vs Xperia 10 V: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia 10 V is the clear winner, offering a significantly brighter display, a more modern chipset for improved performance, and a refined camera experience. While the 10 II boasts exceptional battery endurance, the 10 V's overall improvements make it the better choice for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia 10 II | Sony Xperia 10 V |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat11 600/75 Mbps | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2020, February 24 | 2023, May 11 |
| Status | Available. Released 2020, May 05 | Available. Released 2023, June 21 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 157 x 69 x 8.2 mm (6.18 x 2.72 x 0.32 in) | 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm (6.10 x 2.68 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 151 g (5.33 oz) | 159 g (5.61 oz) |
| IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) | IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~457 ppi density) | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~449 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.0 inches, 84.1 cm2 (~77.6% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.1 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~82.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED | OLED, 1B colors, HDR |
| - | Triluminos display | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.0 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 (11 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 610 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| - | UFS | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | 12 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0" | 48 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 54mm (telephoto), 1/4.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0" | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 18W wired, PD, QC3 | Wired, PD, QC |
| Type | Li-Po 3600 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, White, Mint Green, Berry Blue | Black, White, Sage Green, Lavender |
| Models | XQ-AU51, XQ-AU52, SO-41A | XQ-DC72, XQ-DC54 |
| Price | About 700 EUR | € 225.00 / $ 699.00 / £ 194.99 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 92h | Endurance rating 175h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -28.8 LUFS (Average) | -27.4 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 196545 (v8) GeekBench: 5679 (v4.4), 1413 (v5.1) GFXBench: 5.6fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 357142 (v9) GeekBench: 1897 (v5.5), 2067 (v6) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia 10 II
- Exceptional battery life (92h endurance rating)
- Affordable price
- Compact and lightweight design
- Headphone jack
- Outdated chipset
- Dim display (520 nits)
- Slower performance
- Less refined camera
Sony Xperia 10 V
- Brighter display (947 nits)
- Improved performance (Snapdragon 695 5G)
- Refined camera system
- Modern design
- Slightly higher price
- Battery life, while good, not as extreme as the 10 II
Display Comparison
The Xperia 10 V's display is a major upgrade. It boasts a measured peak brightness of 947 nits compared to the 10 II's 520 nits. This translates to significantly better visibility outdoors and in bright environments. Both phones feature an infinite contrast ratio (nominal), but the increased brightness on the 10 V makes a noticeable difference. Both utilize OLED panels, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks.
Camera Comparison
While both phones offer Photo/Video capabilities, the Xperia 10 V's camera system benefits from the newer chipset and Sony's image processing advancements. Expect slightly better image quality, particularly in low-light conditions, and improved video stabilization on the 10 V. Specific camera specs (megapixels, aperture) are similar, but the processing makes a difference.
Performance
The Xperia 10 V features the Snapdragon 695 5G chipset (6nm), a substantial improvement over the 10 II's Snapdragon 665 (11nm). The 695 offers better CPU and GPU performance, resulting in smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and improved gaming capabilities. The 10 II is still capable for everyday tasks, but the 10 V provides a more responsive and fluid user experience.
Battery Life
The Xperia 10 II initially impressed with an endurance rating of 92 hours. The Xperia 10 V, while having an active use score of 16:14h, maintains a respectable endurance rating of 175h. While the 10 II's raw endurance number is higher, the 10 V's more efficient chipset and optimized software likely result in comparable real-world battery life, especially considering the brighter display.
Buying Guide
The Sony Xperia 10 II is a good option for budget-conscious users prioritizing maximum battery life and a familiar Android experience. The Xperia 10 V is ideal for those seeking a brighter screen, smoother performance, and a more modern camera system, even at a slightly higher price point.