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

Avg. price:~£370RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.1 inchesMain camera megapixels:48 MP & 8 MP

Sony Xperia 10 VI (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 VI (8GB + 128GB)
6.8/10

Overall score

Score
6.8/ 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–² Better than 56% of models
Score components

90%

6.7

Technical score

10%

8.3

User score

â–²Better than 56% of smartphones
7.4

Value for money

Value for money
7.4/ 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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â–² Better than 51% of models
Score components

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.6

Price

â–²Better than 51%
6.7

Technical score

Technical score
6.7/ 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–² Better than 53% of models
Score components

25%

5.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

6.3

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

8.7

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

â–²Better than 53%
8.3

User score

User score
8.3/ 10
✕
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%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.7

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 VI (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.7/ 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–² Better than 53% of models
Score components:

25%

5.9

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

6.3

Display

15%

5.9

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

7.3

Connectivity

4%

8.7

Audio

3%

8.1

Design

6.7
User score
User score
8.3/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.3
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 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 72% of models
Popularity:
Sony Xperia 10 VI (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 72% of smartphones.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.4/ 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–² Better than 51% of models
Score components:

70%

6.8

Overall score

30%

8.6

Price

7.4
Brand name
Sony
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor model which is slower than processors in 50.5% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1.2% 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
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 48 MP & 8 MP which is lower than that of 80.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.8 & f/2.2
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 which is narrower than that of 52.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 5.2% 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.
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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
30 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 30 W which is slower than in 61.1% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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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
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% 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
164 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 164 g which is lighter than 95.7% 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 VI (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.
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 61.1% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1063 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,063 nits vs 660 nits
  • 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
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Scene Recognition, AI Super Resolution Zoom, Video Creator, DSEE Ultimate, Smart Connectivity
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 3.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.3/ 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 VI
    the average smartphone
    Sony Xperia 10 VI (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.29 vs 8.000).
    8.29 vs 8
  • 41.3% more popular
    Sony Xperia 10 VI (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.69 vs 5.4).
    7.69 vs 5.44
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 16.7% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (7 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    7 W vs 6 W
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Scene Recognition, AI Super Resolution Zoom, Video Creator, DSEE Ultimate, Smart Connectivity
    productivity vs fundamental
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 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
  • 61.1% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1063 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,063 nits vs 660 nits
  • 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 HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 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 score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life score than the average smartphone (13:56 hour/s vs 13:30 hour/s). The average score is 13:30 hour/s.
    13:56 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.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • 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.
  • 16.4% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (164 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    164 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & 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 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 42.3% more expensive
    Sony Xperia 10 VI (8GB + 128GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£370 vs £260).
    £370 vs £260
  • 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
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 15.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (800 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    800 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 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
  • 67.1% lower 3DMark Steel Nomad benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in 3DMark Steel Nomad than the average smartphone (200 vs 608). The average smartphone scores 608.
    200 vs 608
  • 10.4% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (9,659 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    9,659 vs 10,783
  • 14.3% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 14 GB
  • 50% lower 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (613 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    613 vs 1,226
  • 14.1% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (22 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    22 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 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.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.8 & 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 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (48 MP & 8 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    48 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
  • No gyroscope
    This smartphone does not have a gyroscope, the average smartphone does. 84.4% of smartphones feature a gyroscope.
  • 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.
  • 9.1% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (30 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    30 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

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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Sony Xperia 10 VI (8GB + 128GB)

  • Extremely long battery life, often lasting two days or more with regular use.
  • Lightweight and compact design, making it comfortable for one-handed use.
  • Retains the 3.5mm headphone jack and supports Hi-Res Audio, a rare feature in modern smartphones.
  • Features a microSD card slot for expandable storage.
  • Good quality front-firing stereo speakers for detailed audio.
  • Durable build with water and dust resistance (IP65/68).
  • Bright OLED display with sharp image quality and a 21:9 cinematic aspect ratio, popular for watching movies.
  • Clean, near-stock Android 14 experience with minimal bloatware.
  • Responsive and accurate side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
  • Solid performance for everyday tasks, an improvement over its predecessor.
  • Support for modern connectivity features like eSIM and 5G.

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

  • The display is limited to a 60Hz refresh rate, which feels less smooth compared to competitors offering 90Hz or 120Hz screens.
  • Slow charging speed with no charger or cable included in the box.
  • Mediocre camera performance, especially in low light or complex dynamic range situations; many users recommend using the Google Camera (GCam) app for better results.
  • Sony offers a shorter software update period (around 3 OS updates and 4 years of security patches) compared to other brands like Samsung or Google.
  • Mid-range processor (Snapdragon 6 Gen 1) may struggle with demanding games or very heavy multitasking.
  • Chassis can vibrate noticeably at high speaker volumes or during haptic feedback.
  • No wireless charging support.
  • Lack of a dedicated telephoto camera, relying instead on digital zoom.
  • Some users report software bugs and network signal issues with specific carriers/firmware updates.
  • Outdated USB 2.0 standard for data transfer speeds.

Verdict

The Sony Xperia 10 VI (8GB + 128GB) is a compact, lightweight mid-range 5G smartphone focused on entertainment and longevity, featuring a 6.1-inch 21:9 OLED display (1080 x 2520 pixels), a large 5,000 mAh battery rated for two days of use, and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 processor. Key advantages include its excellent battery life, a rare 3.5mm headphone jack and microSD card slot (expandable up to 1.5TB), IP65/IP68 water/dust resistance, durable Corning Gorilla Glass Victus front, and front-firing stereo speakers. Primary drawbacks are a limiting 60Hz display refresh rate (lower than competitors), a mid-range processor that struggles with heavy gaming, the removal of the telephoto lens found in its predecessor, and a relatively short software update commitment of three OS upgrades and four years of security patches.

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