Sony Xperia 10 III 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI

Our Verdict: The Sony Xperia 10 VI is the newer model, launched in 2024 against the Xperia 10 III 5G's 2021 debut. It has a 5,000mAh battery compared with 4,500mAh, a lighter 164g body against 169g, and a 48MP main camera where the older phone has 12MP, although megapixels alone do not settle photo quality. The VI's 6.1-inch OLED screen is slightly larger than the 6.0-inch panel on the III 5G, and both keep a 3.5mm headphone socket and a microSD slot. Beyond the older launch date, the III 5G has no clear lead on these figures, so the VI is the better fit unless a smaller 6.0-inch screen is specifically wanted.
Release Date
11 June 2021 1 June 2024
Expert Rating
3.4
4 reviews
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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 SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery
4,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS
Android Android 14
SIM Type
Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-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 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Dimensions
165 x 71 x 8.2 mm 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm
Weight
186 grams 164 grams
Water Resistance
IP53 - dust and splash protection IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Sony Xperia 10 III 5G Sony Xperia 10 III 5G Sony Xperia 10 VI Sony Xperia 10 VI
Release Date 11 June 2021 1 June 2024
Expert Rating 3.4
4 reviews
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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 SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery 4,500 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB 128GB
OS Android Android 14
SIM Type Nano SIM nano-SIM and e-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 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Dimensions 165 x 71 x 8.2 mm 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm
Weight 186 grams 164 grams
Water Resistance IP53 - dust and splash protection 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 III 5G or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Sony Xperia 10 VI'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 VI has a OLED, 1B colors, HDR.

Which has the better camera, the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G 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 III 5G and Sony Xperia 10 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G is available in 128GB, 256GB, while the Sony Xperia 10 VI comes in 128GB.

What processors do the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G and Sony Xperia 10 VI use?

The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888, 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 III 5G or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 VI is the more portable of the two: it's 22g lighter at 164 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 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G is rated IP53 - dust and splash protection, while the Sony Xperia 10 VI 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 VI run?

The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G 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.