Sony Xperia 10 IV vs Xperia 1 V: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia 1 V is the clear winner, offering significantly superior performance, a brighter display, and a more advanced camera system. While the 10 IV provides excellent battery life and a more affordable price point, the 1 V's premium features justify its higher cost for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia 10 IV | Sony Xperia 1 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 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 - Europe |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 7, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - Europe |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| - | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - Asia | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, May 11 | 2023, May 11 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, June 30 | Available. Released 2023, July 28 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 153 x 67 x 8.3 mm (6.02 x 2.64 x 0.33 in) | 165 x 71 x 8.3 mm (6.50 x 2.80 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 161 g (5.68 oz) | 187 g (6.60 oz) |
| IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~457 ppi density) | 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~643 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.0 inches, 84.1 cm2 (~82.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 98.6 cm2 (~84.2% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, HDR | OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR BT.2020 |
| Triluminos display | - | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) | Octa-core (1x3.2 GHz Cortex-X3 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A715 & 2x2.8 GHz Cortex-A710 & 3x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM8550-AB Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 740 |
| OS | Android 12, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS | UFS | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/4.0" | - |
| Triple | 12 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.8", PDAF, OIS 8 MP, f/2.2, 54mm (telephoto), 1/4.4", PDAF, 2x optical zoom 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0" | 48 MP, f/1.9, 24mm (wide), 1/1.35", 1.12µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.3, 85mm (telephoto), f/2.8, 125mm (telephoto), 1/3.5", dual pixel PDAF, 3.5x-5.2x continuous optical zoom, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.5", dual pixel PDAF |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@24/25/30/60/120fps HDR, 1080p@30/60/120fps; 5-axis gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/4.0" | 12 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.9", 1.25µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 5-axis gyro-EIS |
| 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 Dynamic vibration system | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | 5.3, A2DP, LE Audio, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG, video output |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| - | Native Sony Alpha camera support | |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 21W wired (unofficial rating), PD, QC | 30W wired, PD3.0, PPS, 50% in 30 min Wireless Reverse wireless |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, White, Mint, Lavender | Black, Khaki Green, Platinum Silver |
| Models | XQ-CC54, XQ-CC72, SOG07 | XQDQ62/B, XQ-DQ72, XQ-DQ54 |
| Price | £ 99.99 / € 112.89 | € 684.00 / $ 1,409.99 / £ 519.99 |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 163h | Endurance rating 115h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -30.6 LUFS (Below average) | -25.4 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 396008 (v9) GeekBench: 1908 (v5.1) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 1127931 (v9) GeekBench: 4916 (v6) GFXBench: 96fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia 10 IV
- Excellent battery life (163h endurance rating)
- More affordable price
- Compact and lightweight design
- 5G Connectivity
- Lower performance compared to flagship phones
- Less bright display
- Slower charging speeds
- Less advanced camera system
Sony Xperia 1 V
- Flagship performance with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Brighter and more vibrant display (936 nits)
- Superior camera capabilities
- Faster charging (30W wired, wireless)
- Premium design and build quality
- Higher price point
- Shorter active use battery life (12:24h)
- Endurance rating lower than 10 IV (115h)
Display Comparison
The Xperia 1 V boasts a significantly brighter display at 936 nits compared to the 10 IV's 683 nits. Both offer excellent contrast ratios (infinite nominal), but the 1 V's increased brightness makes it more visible in direct sunlight. The 1 V also likely has better color accuracy and HDR performance, though specific details are not provided in the specs.
Camera Comparison
While both phones offer Photo/Video capabilities, the Xperia 1 V's superior chipset and likely improved image processing algorithms result in better image quality, especially in low light. The 1 V likely offers more advanced camera features and video recording options. Specific camera specs (megapixels, aperture) are missing, but the hardware difference strongly favors the 1 V.
Performance
The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 in the Xperia 1 V provides a massive performance leap over the Snapdragon 695 5G in the 10 IV. Expect significantly faster app loading, smoother multitasking, and better gaming performance on the 1 V. The 10 IV is adequate for everyday tasks, but struggles with demanding applications.
Battery Life
The Xperia 10 IV initially appears to have the edge with an endurance rating of 163h. However, the 'Active use score' of 12:24h for the Xperia 1 V suggests a more realistic battery life under typical usage. The 1 V also supports faster 30W wired charging and wireless charging, including reverse wireless charging, which the 10 IV lacks.
Buying Guide
The Sony Xperia 10 IV is ideal for budget-conscious users who prioritize long battery life and a compact form factor. It's a solid choice for everyday tasks and media consumption. The Sony Xperia 1 V is for photography enthusiasts, power users, and those who demand top-tier performance and a premium experience, regardless of price.