Sony Xperia 10 Plus vs Xperia 10 V: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia 10 V is the clear winner, offering a more modern chipset, significantly brighter display, and improved 5G connectivity. While the 10 Plus boasts impressive battery endurance on paper, the 10 V's overall performance and features make it the better choice for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia 10 Plus | 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 / 1900 / 2100 - I3213, I4213, I4293 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 32, 38 - I3213, I4213 | 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE (2CA) Cat12 600/50 Mbps | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| 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 | 2023, May 11 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2023, June 21 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 167 x 73 x 8.3 mm (6.57 x 2.87 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 | 180 g (6.35 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 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~422 ppi density) | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~449 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.5 inches, 98.7 cm2 (~81.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.1 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~82.5% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD | OLED, 1B colors, HDR |
| - | Triluminos display | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.8 GHz Kryo 260 Gold & 4x1.6 GHz Kryo 260 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM636 Snapdragon 636 (14 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 509 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie) | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 64GB 6GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| eMMC 5.1 | UFS | |
| 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 | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Triple | - | 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", 1.12µm | 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 | 5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | FM radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | 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 | 18W wired, PD, QC3 | Wired, PD, QC |
| Type | Li-Ion 3000 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Navy, Silver, Gold | Black, White, Sage Green, Lavender |
| Models | I3213, I4213, I4293, I3223 | XQ-DC72, XQ-DC54 |
| Price | About 560 EUR | € 225.00 / $ 699.00 / £ 194.99 |
| Tests | ||
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| Audio quality | Noise -92.4dB / Crosstalk -96.7dB | - |
| Battery life | Endurance rating 78h | Endurance rating 175h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1530:1 (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -28.8 LUFS (Average) | -27.4 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 120573 (v7), 147163 (v8) GeekBench: 4780 (v4.4), 1238 (v5.1) GFXBench: 5fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 357142 (v9) GeekBench: 1897 (v5.5), 2067 (v6) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia 10 Plus
- Exceptional battery life (theoretical)
- Large display
- Good value (if found at a low price)
- Outdated chipset
- Lower brightness display
- No 5G connectivity
- Can feel sluggish
Sony Xperia 10 V
- Modern Snapdragon 695 5G chipset
- Significantly brighter display
- 5G connectivity
- Improved performance
- Slightly shorter active battery life compared to theoretical 10 Plus
- Potentially higher price
Display Comparison
The Xperia 10 V boasts a substantial upgrade in display technology. While the 10 Plus has a respectable 1530:1 contrast ratio, the 10 V's measured 947 nits peak brightness is a game-changer, especially in sunlight. The 'Infinite' contrast ratio claim on the 10 V is marketing, but the actual brightness improvement is undeniable. Both phones feature OLED panels, offering vibrant colors and deep blacks.
Camera Comparison
Both phones offer Photo/Video capabilities, but the 10 V likely benefits from software optimizations and potentially a slightly improved sensor. While detailed camera comparisons are difficult without extensive testing, the 10 V's newer processor allows for better image processing and potentially improved low-light performance. Both phones feature Sony's signature camera features.
Performance
The Snapdragon 695 5G in the Xperia 10 V provides a noticeable performance boost over the 636 in the 10 Plus. The newer chipset's 6nm process also contributes to better power efficiency. Expect smoother multitasking, faster app loading times, and improved gaming performance on the 10 V. The 10 Plus, while functional, can feel sluggish at times.
Battery Life
The Xperia 10 Plus has a theoretical endurance rating of 78h, which is impressive. However, the Xperia 10 V's active use score of 16:14h, combined with the more efficient Snapdragon 695, suggests it will still provide a full day of use for most users. The 10 V's endurance rating of 175h is also very good.
Buying Guide
The Sony Xperia 10 Plus is a good option for budget-conscious users who prioritize exceptional battery life and don't need the latest features. The Xperia 10 V is ideal for those seeking a smoother experience, a brighter display for outdoor use, and 5G connectivity, even if it means a slightly shorter active battery life.