Sony Xperia 10 II vs Sony Xperia 10 VI

Our Verdict: The Sony Xperia 10 II is the lighter phone at 151g against the Xperia 10 VI's 164g, and its 6-inch OLED runs at 457 PPI, slightly sharper than the VI's 449 PPI on the same 1080 x 2520 resolution. The VI gets a larger 5,000mAh battery against the II's 3,600mAh, a 48MP rear camera against 12MP, 128GB of storage, and 5G support where the II is limited to 4G. Released in June 2024 rather than June 2020, the VI also runs a newer chipset. The II may appeal to buyers who want the lightest of the pair, while the VI is the stronger all-round match on specification.
Release Date
15 June 2020 1 June 2024
Expert Rating
3.7
9 reviews
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Screen
6" 6.1"
Display
OLED OLED, 1B colors, HDR
Resolution
1080 x 2520 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch
457 449
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery
3,600 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 14
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Dimensions
157 x 69 x 8.2 mm 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm
Weight
151 grams 164 grams
Water Resistance
IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Sony Xperia 10 II Sony Xperia 10 II Sony Xperia 10 VI Sony Xperia 10 VI
Release Date 15 June 2020 1 June 2024
Expert Rating 3.7
9 reviews
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Screen 6" 6.1"
Display OLED OLED, 1B colors, HDR
Resolution 1080 x 2520 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch 457 449
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery 3,600 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 64GB, 128GB 128GB
OS Android Android 14
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 4G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Dimensions 157 x 69 x 8.2 mm 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm
Weight 151 grams 164 grams
Water Resistance IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Sony Xperia 10 II or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

Both phones have a similar screen size at around 6", both screens are similarly sharp at around 457 pixels per inch, and the Sony Xperia 10 II uses a OLED panel while the Sony Xperia 10 VI has a OLED, 1B colors, HDR.

Which has the better camera, the Sony Xperia 10 II or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 II features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Sony Xperia 10 VI has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

What storage options are available for the Sony Xperia 10 II and Sony Xperia 10 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 II is available in 64GB, 128GB, while the Sony Xperia 10 VI comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Sony Xperia 10 II and Sony Xperia 10 VI use?

The Sony Xperia 10 II is powered by the Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 , while the Sony Xperia 10 VI uses the Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Sony Xperia 10 II or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

It's a trade-off: the Sony Xperia 10 II is lighter but the Sony Xperia 10 VI is more compact. It's 13g lighter at 151 grams, though the Sony Xperia 10 VI is actually the more compact phone at 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Sony Xperia 10 II or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

Both phones share the same water resistance rating of IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Sony Xperia 10 II and Sony Xperia 10 VI run?

The Sony Xperia 10 II runs Android and the Sony Xperia 10 VI runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.