Sony Xperia 10 Plus vs Sony Xperia 10 VI

Our Verdict: The Sony Xperia 10 VI has the more modern hardware: a 6.1-inch OLED at 449 PPI, a 5,000mAh battery, a 48MP rear camera and 5G connectivity, where the Xperia 10 Plus has an IPS LCD at 422 PPI and tops out at 4G. The Plus is the larger phone at 6.5 inches, but it weighs 180g to the VI's 164g and dates from February 2019 against the VI's June 2024 launch. Its 64GB storage is half the VI's 128GB, and its 3,000mAh battery is noticeably smaller. The Plus suits anyone who prefers a larger LCD screen, while the VI suits buyers who want an OLED panel, 5G and more storage.
Release Date
25 February 2019 1 June 2024
Expert Rating
3.5
4 reviews
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Screen
6.5" 6.1"
Display
IPS LCD OLED, 1B colors, HDR
Resolution
1080 x 2520 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch
422 449
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
8 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery
3,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
64GB 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
167 x 73 x 8.3 mm 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm
Weight
180 grams 164 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes
Sony Xperia 10 Plus Sony Xperia 10 Plus Sony Xperia 10 VI Sony Xperia 10 VI
Release Date 25 February 2019 1 June 2024
Expert Rating 3.5
4 reviews
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Screen 6.5" 6.1"
Display IPS LCD OLED, 1B colors, HDR
Resolution 1080 x 2520 1080 x 2520
Pixels Per Inch 422 449
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 8 Megapixels 8 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm)
Battery 3,000 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 64GB 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 167 x 73 x 8.3 mm 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm
Weight 180 grams 164 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 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 Plus or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 Plus has the bigger screen at 6.5" compared to the Sony Xperia 10 VI's 6.1", the Sony Xperia 10 VI has the sharper display at 449 pixels per inch versus 422, and the Sony Xperia 10 Plus uses a IPS LCD panel while the Sony Xperia 10 VI has a OLED, 1B colors, HDR.

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

The Sony Xperia 10 Plus 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 Plus and Sony Xperia 10 VI?

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

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

The Sony Xperia 10 Plus is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 636, 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 Plus or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 VI is the more portable of the two: it's 16g 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 Plus or Sony Xperia 10 VI?

The Sony Xperia 10 Plus is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, 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 Plus and Sony Xperia 10 VI run?

The Sony Xperia 10 Plus 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.