Sony Xperia 10 III vs Xperia 10 V: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia 10 V is the clear winner, boasting a significantly brighter display, a more efficient chipset, and improved battery life. While the 10 III remains a capable device, the 10 V’s upgrades make it a worthwhile investment for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia 10 III | 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, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 7, 8, 28, 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, April 14 | 2023, May 11 |
| Status | Available. Released 2021, June 11 | 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· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · 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 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 (~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 | 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, upgradable to Android 13 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| UFS | 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, 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, 27mm (wide), 1/4.0" | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 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 | 5.1, 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 | FM radio (region dependent) | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, Display Port | 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 | 21W wired (unofficial rating), 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 | SO-52B, SOG04, XQ-BT52, A102SO | XQ-DC72, XQ-DC54 |
| Price | About 300 EUR | € 225.00 / $ 699.00 / £ 194.99 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 137h | Endurance rating 175h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -28.2 LUFS (Average) | -27.4 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 286216 (v8) GeekBench: 1738 (v5.1) GFXBench: 12fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 357142 (v9) GeekBench: 1897 (v5.5), 2067 (v6) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia 10 III
- Excellent battery life (137h endurance)
- Clean Android experience
- Compact and lightweight design
- Good value for the price
- Dim display (559 nits)
- Older chipset (Snapdragon 690 5G)
- Slower charging speeds
Sony Xperia 10 V
- Significantly brighter display (947 nits)
- Improved performance (Snapdragon 695 5G)
- Better battery efficiency (175h endurance)
- More modern design
- Slightly higher price
- Still a mid-range chipset
Display Comparison
The Xperia 10 V’s display is a major upgrade. It hits a peak brightness of 947 nits, a substantial jump from the 10 III’s 559 nits. Both feature OLED panels with excellent contrast (infinite nominal), but the 10 V’s increased brightness makes it far more usable outdoors and in bright environments. The resolution remains consistent at FHD+.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature similar camera setups, typically including a main lens, ultrawide lens, and telephoto lens. However, the 10 V benefits from Sony's image processing improvements and potentially a slightly updated sensor, leading to better image quality, especially in low light. Video recording capabilities are comparable.
Performance
The Snapdragon 695 5G in the Xperia 10 V offers a noticeable performance boost over the Snapdragon 690 5G in the 10 III. The Kryo 660 cores are more efficient, resulting in smoother multitasking and app loading. While neither phone is a powerhouse, the 10 V handles everyday tasks with greater ease.
Battery Life
The Xperia 10 V demonstrates improved battery efficiency. While the 10 III boasts an impressive endurance rating of 137h, the 10 V achieves 175h. Active use scores also favor the 10 V, providing longer usage times between charges.
Buying Guide
Who should buy the Sony Xperia 10 III? Those on a tight budget who prioritize long battery life and don't need the latest features. Who should buy the Sony Xperia 10 V? Anyone seeking a brighter screen, smoother performance, and a more modern smartphone experience, especially those interested in photography.