Sony Xperia 10 V vs Xperia 10 III: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia 10 V emerges as 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 the more compelling choice for most users.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Sony Xperia 10 V | Sony Xperia 10 III |
| 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, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 7, 8, 28, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2023, May 11 | 2021, April 14 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, June 21 | Available. Released 2021, June 11 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 6), glass back (Gorilla Glass 6), plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm (6.10 x 2.68 x 0.33 in) | 154 x 68 x 8.3 mm (6.06 x 2.68 x 0.33 in) |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 159 g (5.61 oz) | 169 g (5.96 oz) |
| IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP65/IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass 6 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~449 ppi density) | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~457 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.1 inches, 86.9 cm2 (~82.5% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.0 inches, 84.1 cm2 (~80.3% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | OLED, 1B colors, HDR | OLED, 1B colors, HDR |
| Triluminos display | Triluminos display | |
| Platform | ||
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Kryo 560 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 560 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) | Qualcomm SM6350 Snapdragon 690 5G (8 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 | Android 11, upgradable to Android 13 |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM |
| UFS | UFS | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| 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 | 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" |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm | 8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide), 1/4.0" |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive | 5.1, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| Radio | No | FM radio (region dependent) |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, Display Port |
| 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 | Wired, PD, QC | 21W wired (unofficial rating), PD, QC |
| Type | Li-Po 5000 mAh | Li-Po 4500 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, White, Sage Green, Lavender | Black, White, Blue, Pink |
| Models | XQ-DC72, XQ-DC54 | SO-52B, SOG04, XQ-BT52, A102SO |
| Price | € 225.00 / $ 699.00 / £ 194.99 | About 300 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | Endurance rating 175h | Endurance rating 137h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | -27.4 LUFS (Good) | -28.2 LUFS (Average) |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 357142 (v9) GeekBench: 1897 (v5.5), 2067 (v6) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 286216 (v8) GeekBench: 1738 (v5.1) GFXBench: 12fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia 10 V
- Brighter Display (947 nits)
- More Efficient Chipset (Snapdragon 695)
- Longer Battery Life (175h Endurance)
- Improved Performance
- Potentially Higher Price
Sony Xperia 10 III
- Clean Android Experience
- Compact Size
- Decent Camera
- Dimmer Display (559 nits)
- Older Chipset (Snapdragon 690)
- Shorter Battery Life (137h Endurance)
- Less Responsive Performance
Display Comparison
The Xperia 10 V’s display is a major upgrade, reaching a peak brightness of 947 nits compared to the 10 III’s 559 nits. This makes the 10 V significantly easier to view outdoors and in bright sunlight. Both phones feature an 'Infinite' contrast ratio (nominal), indicating deep blacks, and a similar OLED panel technology. The 10 V's higher brightness provides a noticeably better viewing experience.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature similar camera setups, but the 10 V benefits from Sony's image processing improvements. While detailed camera specs are not provided, the 10 V's newer chipset likely contributes to better image quality, especially in low-light conditions. Both offer Photo/Video capabilities, but the 10 V is expected to have slightly better results.
Performance
The Xperia 10 V utilizes the Snapdragon 695 5G chipset (6nm), a more modern and efficient processor than the 10 III’s Snapdragon 690 5G (8nm). This translates to smoother performance in everyday tasks, better gaming performance, and improved power efficiency. While neither phone is a powerhouse, the 10 V offers a more responsive and fluid experience.
Battery Life
The Xperia 10 V demonstrates significantly better battery life, achieving an active use score of 16:14h and an endurance rating of 175h, compared to the 10 III’s 137h endurance rating. This is a key advantage for the 10 V, allowing for longer usage between charges.
Buying Guide
The Sony Xperia 10 V is ideal for users who prioritize a vibrant display, longer battery life, and a smoother overall experience. It's a great option for media consumption and everyday tasks. The Xperia 10 III is a good choice for budget-conscious buyers who still want a Sony phone with a decent camera and a clean Android experience, but are willing to compromise on brightness and performance.