Sony Xperia 10 Plus vs Xperia 1 II: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia 1 II is the clear winner, offering significantly better performance, a superior camera system, and a brighter display. However, the Xperia 10 Plus remains a viable option for budget-conscious users prioritizing exceptional battery life and a large screen, though it's showing its age.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia 10 Plus | Sony Xperia 1 II |
| 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, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 46, 66 |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 28, 77, 78 NSA/Sub6 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat12 600/50 Mbps | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (6CA) Cat19 1600/150 Mbps, 5G (2+ Gbps DL) |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 25, 28, 29, 66 - I3223 | - | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2019, February 25. Released 2019, February 27 | 2020, February 24 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2020, May 22 |
| 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) | 165.1 x 71.1 x 7.6 mm (6.5 x 2.80 x 0.30 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 180 g (6.35 oz) | 181.4 g (6.38 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 (~84.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | OLED, 1B colors, HDR BT.2020 |
| - | Runs at 1096 x 2560 pixels except for select use cases | |
| 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 Cortex-A77 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A77 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm) | Qualcomm SM8250 Snapdragon 865 5G (7 nm+) |
| GPU | Adreno 509 | Adreno 650 |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM |
| eMMC 5.1 | UFS 3.0 | |
| 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 | Zeiss optics, color spectrum sensor, LED flash, panorama, HDR, eye tracking |
| Triple | - | 12 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.8µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 70mm (telephoto), 1/3.4", 1.0µm, PDAF, 3x optical zoom, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 124˚, 16mm (ultrawide), 1/2.55", dual pixel PDAF 0.3 MP, TOF 3D, (depth) |
| Video | 4K@30fps, 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, 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 | 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 | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, 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/6, 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 | 21W wired, PD 11W wireless |
| Type | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 4000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Navy, Silver, Gold | Black, Purple, Mirror Lake Green |
| Models | I3213, I4213, I4293, I3223 | XQ-AT51, XQ-AT52, SOG01, XQ-AT42 |
| Price | About 560 EUR | About 700 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Audio quality | Noise -92.4dB / Crosstalk -96.7dB | - |
| Battery life | Endurance rating 78h | Endurance rating 83h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1530:1 (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -28.8 LUFS (Average) | -27.3 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 120573 (v7), 147163 (v8) GeekBench: 4780 (v4.4), 1238 (v5.1) GFXBench: 5fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 534701 (v8) GeekBench: 3295 (v5.1) GFXBench: 39fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia 10 Plus
- Exceptional battery life
- Large display
- Affordable price
- Good value for money
- Outdated chipset
- Lower performance
- Less impressive camera
- Slower charging
Sony Xperia 1 II
- Flagship performance
- Excellent camera system
- Bright and vibrant display
- 5G connectivity
- Wireless charging
- Higher price
- Can be bulky
- Some may find the design less exciting
Display Comparison
The Xperia 1 II's display is a significant upgrade. While the 10 Plus boasts a respectable 1530:1 contrast ratio, the 1 II features an 'infinite' contrast ratio (likely marketing, but indicative of excellent blacks) and a measured peak brightness of 611 nits, making it far more visible outdoors. The 1 II also likely has better color accuracy and overall image quality. Both phones have similar screen sizes, but the 1 II's superior technology makes a noticeable difference.
Camera Comparison
The Xperia 1 II's camera system is a major advantage. While both offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities, the 1 II's hardware and image processing are far superior. Expect better image quality, dynamic range, low-light performance, and video recording capabilities on the 1 II. The 1 II also likely offers more advanced features like variable aperture and improved stabilization.
Performance
The Xperia 1 II's Snapdragon 865 5G chipset is a world apart from the 10 Plus's Snapdragon 636. The 865 offers dramatically faster processing speeds, smoother multitasking, and significantly better gaming performance. The 1 II's CPU architecture (Cortex-A77 cores) is also more modern and efficient than the 10 Plus's Kryo 260 cores. Expect lag-free operation on the 1 II, while the 10 Plus may struggle with demanding apps.
Battery Life
Both phones offer excellent battery life, with endurance ratings of 78h and 83h respectively. The 1 II edges out the 10 Plus slightly, but both should easily last a full day or more with moderate usage. The 1 II also benefits from 21W wired and 11W wireless charging, offering faster charging speeds than the 10 Plus's 18W wired charging.
Buying Guide
The Sony Xperia 10 Plus is ideal for users who prioritize long battery life, a large display for media consumption, and a more affordable price point. It's a good choice for those who don't need cutting-edge performance. The Sony Xperia 1 II is perfect for photography enthusiasts, gamers, and anyone who demands top-tier performance and a premium experience, willing to pay a higher price.