Sony Xperia 10 vs Sony Xperia 10 IV

Our Verdict: Sony Xperia 10 IV is the stronger fit for an OLED panel, the larger 5,000mAh battery, and 5G connectivity. The case for Sony Xperia 10 is an IP68 rating. For cost, Sony Xperia 10 starts lower at £95 SIM-free. Choose Sony Xperia 10 IV for the better feature set; choose Sony Xperia 10 if the savings matter more than those upgrades.

Buying outright, the 10 starts at £95 SIM-free.

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 SM6375 Snapdragon 695
Battery
2,870 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage
64GB 128GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano 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
Dimensions
155 x 68 x 8.4 mm 153 x 67 x 8.3 mm
Weight
162 grams 161 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
£95.00 £189.00

Prices updated 31 July 2026

Sony Xperia 10 Sony Xperia 10 Sony Xperia 10 IV Sony Xperia 10 IV
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 SM6375 Snapdragon 695
Battery 2,870 mAh 5,000 mAh
Storage 64GB 128GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano 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
Dimensions 155 x 68 x 8.4 mm 153 x 67 x 8.3 mm
Weight 162 grams 161 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 £95.00 £189.00
Prices updated 31 July 2026
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From £95

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Sony Xperia 10 or Sony Xperia 10 IV?

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 IV has a OLED.

Which has the better camera, the Sony Xperia 10 or Sony Xperia 10 IV?

The Sony Xperia 10 features a 13 Megapixels rear camera, while the Sony Xperia 10 IV 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 IV?

The Sony Xperia 10 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £95.00.

What storage options are available for the Sony Xperia 10 and Sony Xperia 10 IV?

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

What processors do the Sony Xperia 10 and Sony Xperia 10 IV use?

The Sony Xperia 10 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 630, while the Sony Xperia 10 IV uses the Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695.

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Sony Xperia 10 or Sony Xperia 10 IV?

The Sony Xperia 10 IV is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (162 grams vs 161 grams), it's also the more compact phone at 153 x 67 x 8.3 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Sony Xperia 10 or Sony Xperia 10 IV?

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

Both phones run Android.