Sony Xperia 10 III 5G vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Our verdict: Screen lovers will prefer the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G and its 6.5" display running at 643 PPI. For photography, the Sony Xperia 10 VI leads with a 48MP main camera. If weight matters, the Sony Xperia 10 VI is easier to pocket at 164g. Water protection goes to the Sony Xperia 10 VI with its superior IP65 rating.
Sony Xperia 10 III 5G
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Sony Xperia 10 VI
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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) |
| 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 |
| Contracts | — | — |
| SIM-free | £320.00 | £350.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
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.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Sony Xperia 10 III 5G or Sony Xperia 10 VI?
The Sony Xperia 10 III 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £320.00.
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.