Sony Xperia 10 III Lite vs Google Pixel 3 XL: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Google Pixel 3 XL wins overall, thanks to its superior processor, exceptional camera, and guaranteed software updates. While the Xperia 10 III Lite is a more affordable 5G option, the Pixel 3 XL delivers a more premium and polished experience.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia 10 III Lite | Google Pixel 3 XL |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 1900 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 12, 18, 19, 38, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 66, 71 |
| 5G bands | 77, 78 SA/NSA | - |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (5CA) Cat16 1024/75 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
| - | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2021, August 20 | 2018, October 09. Released 2018, October 18 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, August 27 | Discontinued |
| Body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 154 x 68 x 8.3 mm (6.06 x 2.68 x 0.33 in) | 158 x 76.7 x 7.9 mm (6.22 x 3.02 x 0.31 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM |
| Weight | 169 g (5.96 oz) | 184 g (6.49 oz) |
| - | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
|---|---|---|
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~457 ppi density) | 1440 x 2960 pixels, 18.5:9 ratio (~523 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.0 inches, 84.1 cm2 (~80.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.3 inches, 100.3 cm2 (~82.8% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, HDR | P-OLED, HDR |
| - | Always-on display | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 560 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 560 Silver) | Octa-core (4x2.5 GHz Kryo 385 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 385 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6350 Snapdragon 690 5G (8 nm) | Qualcomm SDM845 Snapdragon 845 (10 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 630 |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 12 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | No |
| Internal | 64GB 6GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM |
| - | UFS 2.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED flash, Pixel Shift, Auto-HDR, panorama |
| Single | - | 12.2 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS |
| Triple | 12 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.8", PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 54mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", PDAF, 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 16mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0" | - |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30fps (gyro-EIS) |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Dual | - | 8 MP, f/1.8, 28mm (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 19mm (ultrawide), no AF |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0" | - |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Comms | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, video output | USB Type-C 3.1 |
| 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, DLNA |
| Features | ||
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Battery | ||
|---|---|---|
| Charging | 30W wired, PD, QC | 18W wired, PD2.0 Wireless |
| Type | Li-Po 4500 mAh | Li-Po 3430 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, White, Blue, Pink | Clearly White, Just Black, Not Pink |
| Models | XQ-BT44 | G013C |
| Price | About 370 EUR | About 260 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 258244 (v7), 341814 (v8) GeekBench: 8088 (v4.4), 2092 (v5.1) GFXBench: 12fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia 10 III Lite
- Affordable 5G
- Large OLED display
- Decent battery life
- Expandable storage (MicroSD)
- Lower performance
- Less impressive camera
- Plastic build quality
- Slower software updates
Google Pixel 3 XL
- Excellent camera
- Clean Android experience
- Timely software updates
- Premium build quality
- Wireless charging
- Older model
- Smaller battery
- No expandable storage
- Slower charging speed
Display Comparison
The Xperia 10 III Lite features a larger 6.5-inch OLED display, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks. The Pixel 3 XL has a 6.3-inch OLED display with slightly better color accuracy and a more refined viewing experience. Both offer good resolution, but the Pixel's display feels more premium.
Camera Comparison
The Pixel 3 XL's camera is a standout feature, known for its exceptional image processing and consistently excellent photos in various conditions. The Xperia 10 III Lite's camera is decent but lacks the Pixel's dynamic range and low-light performance. The Pixel's software features like Night Sight are a major advantage.
Performance
The Pixel 3 XL's Snapdragon 845 significantly outperforms the Xperia 10 III Lite's Snapdragon 690. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and better gaming performance on the Pixel. The Xperia 10 III Lite is adequate for everyday tasks but struggles with demanding applications.
Battery Life
The Xperia 10 III Lite generally offers slightly better battery life due to its more efficient chipset and larger battery capacity (around 4235 mAh vs Pixel 3 XL's 3700 mAh). However, the Pixel 3 XL's efficient software optimization helps it last a full day with moderate use.
Buying Guide
The Sony Xperia 10 III Lite is ideal for budget-conscious users who prioritize 5G connectivity and a large display. The Google Pixel 3 XL is perfect for photography enthusiasts and those who value a clean Android experience with timely updates.