Sony Xperia 10 III 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 V
Our Verdict: These are two phones from the same range, with the Xperia 10 V sitting above the Xperia 10 III 5G. The V has a dramatically higher-resolution main camera, 48MP against the III 5G's 12MP, and there's more battery in the V, 5000mAh to 4500mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The III 5G has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.5" against 6.1" and sharper at 643 PPI, and storage goes higher on the III 5G, up to 256GB against 128GB. Get the V if those extras are worth it to you; otherwise the III 5G covers the basics for less.
If you'd rather pay up front, the III 5G is the cheaper buy at £128 SIM-free.
Prices updated 15 July 2026
Sony Xperia 10 III 5G
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Sony Xperia 10 V
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| Screen | 6.5" | 6.1" |
| Display | OLED | OLED, 1B colors, HDR |
| Resolution | 1644 x 3840 | 1080 x 2520 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 643 | 449 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 8 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 |
| Battery | 4,500 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android 13 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 5G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE | 5.1 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive |
| Dimensions | 165 x 71 x 8.2 mm | 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm |
| Weight | 186 grams | 159 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP53 - dust and splash protection | IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - | - |
| SIM-free | £128.00 | £205.00 |
| Prices updated 15 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G or Sony Xperia 10 V?
The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Sony Xperia 10 V's 6.1", the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G has the sharper display at 643 pixels per inch versus 449, and the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G uses a OLED panel while the Sony Xperia 10 V has a OLED, 1B colors, HDR.
Which has the better camera, the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G or Sony Xperia 10 V?
The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Sony Xperia 10 V has a 48 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G or Sony Xperia 10 V?
The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £128.00.
What storage options are available for the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G and Sony Xperia 10 V?
The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Sony Xperia 10 V comes in 128GB.
What processors do the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G and Sony Xperia 10 V use?
The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888, while the Sony Xperia 10 V uses the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695.
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G or Sony Xperia 10 V?
The Sony Xperia 10 V is the more portable of the two: it's 27g lighter at 159 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G or Sony Xperia 10 V?
The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the Sony Xperia 10 V is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G and Sony Xperia 10 V run?
The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G runs Android and the Sony Xperia 10 V runs Android 13. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.