Sony Xperia XA2 vs Xperia 10 V: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The Xperia 10 V emerges as the clear winner, boasting a significantly more modern chipset, brighter display, and improved 5G connectivity. While the XA2 still offers impressive battery life, 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 XA2 | Sony Xperia 10 V |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only) | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - H3123 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 25, 28, 29, 66 - H3123 | 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 (3CA) Cat13 600/150 Mbps | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 28, 38, 39, 40, 41 - H3133, H4133 | - | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2018, January. Released 2018, February | 2023, May 11 |
| Status | Discontinued | Available. Released 2023, June 21 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 4), plastic back, aluminum frame | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic frame, plastic back |
| Dimensions | 142 x 70 x 9.7 mm (5.59 x 2.76 x 0.38 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 | 171 g (6.03 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 4 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Resolution | 1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~424 ppi density) | 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio (~449 ppi density) |
| Size | 5.2 inches, 74.5 cm2 (~75.0% 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 2.2 GHz Cortex-A53 | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SDM630 Snapdragon 630 (14 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 508 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 8.0 (Oreo) | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| - | UFS | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 23 MP, f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/2.3", PDAF | - |
| 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, stereo sound rec., HDR | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | - | HDR |
| Single | 8 MP, f/2.4, 1/4.0" | 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, aptX HD, LE | 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, 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 (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 18W wired, QC3 | Wired, PD, QC |
| Type | Li-Ion 3300 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Silver, Black, Blue, Pink | Black, White, Sage Green, Lavender |
| Models | H4113, H3113, H4133, H3123 | XQ-DC72, XQ-DC54 |
| Price | About 200 EUR | € 225.00 / $ 699.00 / £ 194.99 |
| Tests | ||
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| Audio quality | Noise -92.8dB / Crosstalk -87.8dB | - |
| Battery life | Endurance rating 92h | Endurance rating 175h |
| Camera | Photo / Video | Photo / Video |
| Display | Contrast ratio: 1327:1 (nominal), 2.938 (sunlight) | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 68dB / Noise 72dB / Ring 78dB | -27.4 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | GeekBench: 4215 (v4.4) GFXBench: 6fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) | AnTuTu: 357142 (v9) GeekBench: 1897 (v5.5), 2067 (v6) GFXBench: 16fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Sony Xperia XA2
- Exceptional battery life
- Compact size
- Good value for money (if found used)
- Outdated chipset
- Lower screen brightness
- No 5G connectivity
- Older software
Sony Xperia 10 V
- Modern chipset with 5G
- Brighter display
- Improved performance
- Long battery life
- More recent software updates
- Larger size
- Charging speed could be faster
Display Comparison
The Xperia 10 V's display is a major upgrade. Its 947 nits max brightness is significantly higher than the XA2, making it much easier to see outdoors. The 'Infinite' contrast ratio claim is marketing, but the overall image quality is noticeably better. The XA2's 1327:1 contrast is respectable, but pales in comparison.
Camera Comparison
While both phones offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities, the Xperia 10 V likely has a more modern image processing pipeline and potentially better sensors, resulting in improved image quality, especially in low light. Specific camera specs are missing, but the newer chipset generally supports better camera features.
Performance
The Snapdragon 695 5G in the Xperia 10 V provides a substantial performance boost over the XA2's Snapdragon 630. The 10 V handles multitasking and demanding apps with greater ease. The 6nm process also contributes to better power efficiency. The XA2 is still usable for everyday tasks, but will show its age.
Battery Life
Both phones boast impressive battery life. The XA2's endurance rating of 92h is remarkable, but the Xperia 10 V's 175h endurance rating is even better. Active use scores also favor the 10 V, suggesting better overall efficiency.
Buying Guide
The Sony Xperia XA2 is a good option for users prioritizing exceptional battery life and a compact form factor on a very tight budget. The Xperia 10 V is ideal for those seeking a more modern experience with 5G, a brighter display, and a slightly more powerful processor, even if it means a larger device.