Sony Xperia 10 Plus vs Xperia 1: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia 1 is the clear winner, boasting a significantly more powerful Snapdragon 855 chipset, a brighter display, and a generally more premium experience. While the 10 Plus offers impressive battery life and a good value proposition, the Xperia 1 delivers flagship-level performance and features.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia 10 Plus | Sony Xperia 1 |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - I3213, I4213, I4293 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 32, 38 - I3213, I4213 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20, 26, 28, 29, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat12 600/50 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat19 1600/150 Mbps |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 25, 28, 29, 66 - I3223 | - | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2019, February 25. Released 2019, February 27 | 2019, February 25. Released 2019, May 30 |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), aluminum frame |
| Dimensions | 167 x 73 x 8.3 mm (6.57 x 2.87 x 0.33 in) | 167 x 72 x 8.2 mm (6.57 x 2.83 x 0.32 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 180 g (6.35 oz) | 178 g (6.28 oz) |
| - | IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~422 ppi density) | 1644 x 3840 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~643 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.5 inches, 98.7 cm2 (~81.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.5 inches, 98.6 cm2 (~82.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | OLED, HDR BT.2020 |
| - | Runs at 1096 x 2560 pixels except for select use cases Triluminos display X-Reality Engine | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.42 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm) | Qualcomm SM8150 Snapdragon 855 (7 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 509 | Adreno 640 |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 9.0 (Pie), upgradable to Android 11 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) - dual SIM model only |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM | 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM |
| eMMC 5.1 | UFS 2.1 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Dual | 12 MP, f/1.8, 27mm (wide), 1/2.8", 1.25µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 53mm (telephoto), 1/4.0", 1.12µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom | - |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking |
| Triple | - | 12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, predictive dual pixel PDAF, 5-axis OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 52mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, predictive PDAF, 2x optical zoom, 5-axis OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/3.4", 1.0µm |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@24/25/30fps HDR, 1080p@60fps, 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS), 1080p@960fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm | 8 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps (5-axis gyro-EIS) |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | No |
| 35mm jack | Yes | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio Dynamic vibration system | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, 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, DLNA |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, barometer, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 18W wired, PD, QC3 | 18W wired, PD2.0 |
| Type | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable | Li-Ion 3330 mAh, non-removable |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Navy, Silver, Gold | Black, Gray, Purple, White |
| Models | I3213, I4213, I4293, I3223 | J8110, J8170, J9110, J9150, SOV40, SO-03L |
| Price | About 560 EUR | About 500 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Audio quality | Noise -92.4dB / Crosstalk -96.7dB | Noise -93.6dB / Crosstalk -85.2dB |
| Battery life | Endurance rating 78h | Endurance rating 79h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1530:1 (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -28.8 LUFS (Average) | -26.7 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 120573 (v7), 147163 (v8) GeekBench: 4780 (v4.4), 1238 (v5.1) GFXBench: 5fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 356734 (v7), 418206 (v8) GeekBench: 10985 (v4.4), 2753 (v5.1) GFXBench: 33fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia 10 Plus
- Excellent battery life
- Large display
- More affordable
- Good value for money
- Less powerful processor
- Older chipset
- Simpler camera system
- Lower brightness display
Sony Xperia 1
- Flagship performance
- Bright and vibrant display
- Advanced camera system
- Premium design and build quality
- CinemaWide OLED
- Higher price
- Battery life slightly less impressive (though still good)
- Can be bulky
Display Comparison
The Xperia 1 boasts a significant advantage with its 665 nits max brightness, making it far more visible in direct sunlight. While both offer a nominal contrast ratio of 1530:1 (Xperia 10 Plus) and 'Infinite' (Xperia 1), the Xperia 1's brightness and potentially superior color accuracy (typical of higher-end Sony displays) make it the winner. The Xperia 1 also features a CinemaWide OLED display, offering a wider aspect ratio and more immersive viewing experience.
Camera Comparison
Both phones offer Photo/Video capabilities, but the Xperia 1's hardware and image processing are generally superior. The Xperia 1 typically features a more advanced camera system with multiple lenses (often including a telephoto lens for optical zoom), while the 10 Plus often has a simpler dual-lens setup. Sony's image processing algorithms are also typically more refined on the higher-end models.
Performance
The Snapdragon 855 in the Xperia 1 is a substantial upgrade over the Snapdragon 636 in the Xperia 10 Plus. Expect significantly faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and better performance in demanding games. The Xperia 1's CPU architecture (with a powerful prime core) further enhances its processing capabilities. The 10 Plus is adequate for everyday tasks, but the 1 offers a flagship-level experience.
Battery Life
Both phones offer excellent battery life, with endurance ratings of 78h and 79h respectively. The difference is negligible, suggesting similar real-world battery performance. Both support 18W fast charging, though charging speeds can vary based on the charger used.
Buying Guide
The Sony Xperia 10 Plus is ideal for users prioritizing long battery life, a large display for media consumption, and a more budget-friendly price point. The Sony Xperia 1 is best suited for power users, photography enthusiasts, and those seeking a premium smartphone experience with top-tier performance and features.