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Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£310RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 8 MP & 8 MP

Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB)
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
Score components

90%

6.4

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

â–¼Worse than 55% of smartphones
7.3

Value for money

Value for money
7.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 56%
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.0

Camera

15%

5.6

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.1

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

â–¼Worse than 59%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 73%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

25%

4.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.0

Camera

15%

5.6

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

7.9

Connectivity

4%

8.1

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

6.4
User score
User score
8.2/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 75% of models
Popularity:
Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8 points, which is higher than 75.3% of smartphones.
8.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 56% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

8.9

Price

7.3
Brand name
Sony
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G processor model which is slower than processors in 69.9% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 68.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 14.2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
48 MP & 8 MP & 8 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 8 MP & 8 MP which is lower than that of 78.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 which is wider than that of 64.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
30.7 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 30.7 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 63.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.3% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.8 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.8 µm which is larger than in 35.5% of smartphones and equal to the size in 21.9% of smartphones.
1.6 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.1 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.1 inches which is smaller than the screens of 92.1% of smartphones and equal to those of 2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2520 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2520 px which is higher than that of 70.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
Pixel density
449 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 449 ppi which is higher than that of 80.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is lower than in 84.3% of smartphones and equal to that in 15.7% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
21 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 21 W which is slower than in 74.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 0.2% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
155 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 155 mm which is shorter than 91% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
68 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 68 mm which is narrower than 98.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.3 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm which is thinner than 44.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
159 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 159 g which is lighter than 97.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
84,320 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 84,320 cm³ which is smaller than 86% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (175 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    175 vs 99.5
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • 72.9% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1359 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,359 min vs 786 min
  • 13.7% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (449 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    449 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 43% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (944 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    944 nits vs 660 nits
  • 3% higher user score
    User score
    8.2/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Sony Xperia 10 V
    the average smartphone
    Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.24 vs 8.000).
    8.24 vs 8
  • 46.4% more popular
    Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.97 vs 5.4).
    7.97 vs 5.44
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2 x vs 0 x).
    2 x vs 0 x
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • 13.7% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (449 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    449 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 43% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (944 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    944 nits vs 660 nits
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Corning Gorilla Glass Victus vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1080x2520 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1080x2520 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (175 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    175 vs 99.5
  • 72.9% higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone has a higher PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark score than the average smartphone (1359 min vs 786 min). The average score is 786 min.
    1,359 min vs 786 min
  • Higher GSMArena battery life score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (16:14 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    16:14 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 19% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (159 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    159 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1.5 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1.5 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1.5 m vs 0 m
  • 8 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (68 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    68 mm vs 76 mm
  • 8.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (155 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    155 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Better IP rating
    This smartphone has a better IP rating than the average smartphone (IP68 vs IP67). The average IP rating is IP67.
    IP68 vs IP67
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 33.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (4 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    4 W vs 6 W
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lacks multithreading support
    This smartphone does not support multithreading, the average smartphone does. 80.5% of smartphones support multithreading.
  • 33.3% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (4 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    4 W vs 6 W
  • 26.7% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (7,903 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    7,903 vs 10,783
  • 42.9% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (8 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    8 GB vs 14 GB
  • 61.1% lower 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in the 3DMark Wild Life benchmark than the average smartphone (1,211 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115 in this benchmark.
    1,211 vs 3,115
  • 50% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 8.3% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 22.4% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (2133 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    2,133 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 33.6% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    17 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 17.1% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,101 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    2,101 vs 2,533
  • 3.8% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (906 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    906 vs 942
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (2x2.2 GHz & 6x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    2x2.2 GHz & 6x1.7 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Worse main camera video quality
    This smartphone records worse main camera video than the average smartphone. 11.80x of smartphones support 4K video recording.
    1080x30 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 8 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 8 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 4.1% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    30.7 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.1 vs 5.2
  • 50% lower refresh rate
    This smartphone has a lower refresh rate than the average smartphone (60 Hz vs 120 Hz). The average smartphone has a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
    60 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • 0.57 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.1 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 50% lower touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a lower touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (120 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average smartphone has a sampling rate of 240 Hz.
    120 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 36.4% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (21 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    21 W vs 33 W
  • Poor brand origin
    This smartphone has a poorer brand origin compared to the average smartphone. 0.00% of smartphones come from top-tier brand origins.
    Japan vs China
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    May 2023
    2023 vs 2024

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expertreviews.co.uk
02/10/2023
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06/09/2023
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03/01/2024
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11/10/2023
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techadvisor.com
05/09/2023
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stuff.tv
16/08/2023
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connect.de
11/07/2023
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inside-digital.de
29/06/2023
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16/09/2023
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netzwelt.de
01/01/2024
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What we like about Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB)

  • Outstanding, class-leading battery life, often lasting one to two days or more on moderate use.
  • Extremely lightweight and compact design for a 5G phone with a 5000mAh battery, making it easy for one-handed use.
  • Vibrant, bright OLED display with good color accuracy, suitable for media consumption.
  • Inclusion of a 3.5mm audio jack, which is rare in modern smartphones, appealing to music lovers.
  • Presence of front-firing stereo speakers, offering powerful and clear sound quality.
  • IP65/IP68 water and dust resistance, adding durability to the build.
  • Near-stock Android experience with minimal bloatware.
  • Expandable storage via a microSD card slot.
  • The main 48MP camera performs well in good lighting conditions.
  • Features a real telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, which is a pro in its price segment.

What we don't like about Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB)

  • Sluggish general performance and noticeable lag, especially during multitasking or app switching, due to the mid-range Snapdragon 695 processor.
  • Display is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, while many competitors offer smoother 90Hz or 120Hz displays.
  • Slow charging speeds (taking over two hours for a full charge) and lack of wireless charging support; no charger included in the box.
  • Camera performance is mediocre, particularly for the ultra-wide and telephoto lenses in low light, with noise reduction issues and lack of detail.
  • Video recording is limited to 1080p resolution at 30fps, with no 4K option, which is a major disappointment for users.
  • Limited software update policy (two years of Android updates) compared to competitors like Samsung.
  • Software optimization issues and occasional bugs, such as a stuck status bar or Bluetooth audio lag.
  • The plastic build, while lightweight, can feel less premium and some users report the outer shell getting easily ruined.
  • Some apps have display issues or do not support the tall 21:9 aspect ratio correctly.

Verdict

The Sony Xperia 10 V (8GB + 128GB) is a remarkably lightweight (159g) and durable mid-range smartphone featuring a 6.1-inch 21:9 aspect ratio Full HD+ OLED display with a bright 2520 x 1080 resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection, powered by the efficient Snapdragon 695 5G processor and a class-leading 5000mAh battery that offers exceptional, multi-day endurance. Key pros include its compact, IP65/68 water and dust resistant design, inclusion of a 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card slot, and a versatile triple camera setup (48MP main with OIS, 8MP telephoto, 8MP ultrawide). However, the phone's primary drawbacks are its outdated 60Hz display refresh rate, sluggish performance and camera response compared to rivals, lack of 4K video recording capability (capped at 1080p), slow charging speed (around 21W with no charger in the box), and a limited software update policy (two Android version upgrades and three years of security updates).

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