Sony Xperia 10 III Lite vs Xperia 10 V: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia 10 V emerges as the clear winner, boasting a brighter display, a more efficient chipset (Snapdragon 695 vs 690), and potentially better camera performance. While the Lite might be more affordable, the V's upgrades make it the more compelling choice for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia 10 III Lite | 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 / 1900 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 12, 18, 19, 38, 41 | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 77, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2021, August 20 | 2023, May 11 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, August 27 | 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 | 154 x 68 x 8.3 mm (6.06 x 2.68 x 0.33 in) | 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm (6.10 x 2.68 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 169 g (5.96 oz) | 159 g (5.61 oz) |
| - | 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 (~80.3% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.1 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~82.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, HDR | OLED, 1B colors, HDR |
| - | Triluminos display | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 560 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 560 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6350 Snapdragon 690 5G (8 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 6GB 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/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" | 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 | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, video output | 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 | 30W wired, PD, QC | Wired, PD, QC |
| Type | Li-Po 4500 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, White, Blue, Pink | Black, White, Sage Green, Lavender |
| Models | XQ-BT44 | XQ-DC72, XQ-DC54 |
| Price | About 370 EUR | € 225.00 / $ 699.00 / £ 194.99 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 175h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -27.4 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 357142 (v9) GeekBench: 1897 (v5.5), 2067 (v6) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia 10 III Lite
- More affordable
- 5G connectivity
- Decent all-around performance
- Less powerful chipset
- Dimmer display
- Potentially lower camera quality
Sony Xperia 10 V
- Brighter display
- More efficient chipset (Snapdragon 695)
- Potentially better camera
- Excellent battery life
- Higher price
- Design similar to previous models
Display Comparison
The Xperia 10 V's display is a significant upgrade. Its measured peak brightness of 947 nits is considerably higher than the 10 III Lite, offering better visibility in sunlight. The 'Infinite' contrast ratio (nominal) suggests excellent blacks and vibrant colors on the V. The 10 III Lite's display is adequate but lacks the punch and outdoor usability of the V.
Camera Comparison
While both phones offer Photo/Video capabilities, the Xperia 10 V is expected to have a slight edge due to the improved chipset and potentially optimized image processing. Details on specific camera specs are limited, but the newer processor often translates to better low-light performance and overall image quality. Further testing would be needed for a definitive conclusion.
Performance
The Xperia 10 V's Snapdragon 695 5G chipset, built on a more efficient 6nm process, provides a noticeable performance boost over the 10 III Lite's 8nm Snapdragon 690. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and improved gaming performance on the V. While both have octa-core CPUs, the Kryo 660 cores in the V are generally more efficient.
Battery Life
Both phones boast impressive endurance ratings (175h). The Xperia 10 V's active use score of 16:14h suggests excellent real-world battery life. The 10 III Lite's battery performance is also solid, but the V's efficiency advantage likely contributes to slightly longer usage times.
Buying Guide
Who should buy the Sony Xperia 10 III Lite? Budget-conscious users seeking 5G connectivity and a decent all-around experience. Who should buy the Sony Xperia 10 V? Users prioritizing a brighter display, improved performance, and potentially better camera quality, willing to spend a bit more.