Sony Xperia 10 vs Sony Xperia 10 II
Our verdict: At just 151g, the Sony Xperia 10 II is the more pocket-friendly option. Durability favours the Sony Xperia 10 with its higher IP68 water-resistance rating. If contracts aren't your thing, the Sony Xperia 10 at £88.00 SIM-free is the cheaper buy. You get more storage flexibility with the Sony Xperia 10 II, which comes in 2 variants.
Sony Xperia 10
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Sony Xperia 10 II
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| Screen | 6" | 6" |
| Display | IPS LCD | OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2520 | 1080 x 2520 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 457 | 457 |
| Rear Camera | 13 Megapixels | 12 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 8 Megapixels | 8 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 | Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 |
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB, 128GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 4G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X | 5.0 with A2DP, LE, apt-X |
| Dimensions | 155 x 68 x 8.4 mm | 157 x 69 x 8.2 mm |
| Weight | 162 grams | 151 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 |
| Contracts | — | — |
| SIM-free | £88.00 | £399.00 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Sony Xperia 10 or Sony Xperia 10 II?
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 uses a IPS LCD panel while the Sony Xperia 10 II has a OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Sony Xperia 10 or Sony Xperia 10 II?
The Sony Xperia 10 features a 13 Megapixels rear camera, while the Sony Xperia 10 II has a 12 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 or Sony Xperia 10 II?
The Sony Xperia 10 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £88.00.
What storage options are available for the Sony Xperia 10 and Sony Xperia 10 II?
The Sony Xperia 10 is available in 64GB, while the Sony Xperia 10 II comes in 64GB, 128GB.
What processors do the Sony Xperia 10 and Sony Xperia 10 II use?
The Sony Xperia 10 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, while the Sony Xperia 10 II uses the Qualcomm SDM665 Snapdragon 665 .
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Sony Xperia 10 or Sony Xperia 10 II?
It's a trade-off: the Sony Xperia 10 II is lighter but the Sony Xperia 10 is more compact. It's 11g lighter at 151 grams, though the Sony Xperia 10 is actually the more compact phone at 155 x 68 x 8.4 mm.
Which is more water resistant, the Sony Xperia 10 or Sony Xperia 10 II?
The Sony Xperia 10 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Sony Xperia 10 II is rated IP65/68 - Dust and water proof up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Sony Xperia 10 and Sony Xperia 10 II run?
Both phones run Android.