Sony Xperia 10 VI  

The phone weighs 164g and measures 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm. It features a 6.1-inch OLED display with 1080 x 2520 pixels resolution, protected by a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. Running on Android 14 (up to 3 major Android upgrades), powered by Qualcomm SM6450 Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (4 nm) paired with 128GB 8GB RAM internal storage, Sony  10 VI offers robust performance. It comes installed with an 8MP front camera and a 48MP+8MP dual primary camera setup. Access 5G network, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, and USB Type C 2.0. Powering the handset is a 5000 mAh, non-removable battery.  

USPs

Lightweight and Compact: Weighing only 164 grams, it is one of the lighter smartphones in its category, making it easy to handle and carry.

21:9 Aspect Ratio Display: The Xperia 10 VI features a 21:9 aspect ratio, which is ideal for cinematic viewing and multitasking.

Bright OLED Screen: It has a bright and vivid 6.1-inch OLED display, providing excellent color accuracy and contrast.

Stereo Speakers: The phone includes stereo speakers, enhancing the audio experience for media consumption.

Durability: It has an IP65/IP68 rating, making it dust and water-resistant, which is a valuable feature for durability.

MicroSD Card Slot and 3.5mm Headphone Jack: These features are becoming rare in modern smartphones but are still highly valued by many users.

Battery Life: Equipped with a 5,000 mAh battery, it offers impressive battery life, ensuring you can go longer between charges.

Detailed Product Description

Sony Xperia 10 VI Design and Build

Design

The phone features a tall and skinny design with a 21:9 aspect ratio, making it ideal for cinematic viewing and multitasking. Measuring 155 x 68 x 8.3 mm (6.10 x 2.68 x 0.33 in) and weighing 164g, it is both lightweight and sizeable for easy handling and portability. Sony 10 is built with a Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), plastic frame, and plastic back. The back panel has a matte finish, providing a soft touch and a premium feel. Available colorways are Black, White, and Blue.

Build Quality

Sony Xperia 10 VI is primarily made of plastic, including the frame and back, which contributes to its lightweight design. It has an IP65/IP68 rating, making it dust and water-resistant. The front is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus, adding to its durability.

The phone’s design makes it feel compact and easy to handle, though reaching the top of the display might require readjusting your grip. Additional Features on the device include:

• 5mm Headphone Jack: A rare feature in modern smartphones, it is appreciated by many users.
• Side-Mounted Fingerprint Scanner: The power button doubles as a fingerprint scanner, providing quick and secure access.

Camera Set up

Sony Xperia 10 VI features a versatile camera setup designed to cater to various photography needs:

Rear Cameras

The Primary Camera Lens

• Resolution: 48 MP
• Aperture: f/1.8
• Focal Length: 26mm (wide)
• Sensor Size: 1/2.0″
• Pixel Size: 0.8µm

Features: Phase Detection Autofocus (PDAF), Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)

Ultra-Wide Camera

• Resolution: 8 MP
• Aperture: f/2.2
• Field of View: 120 degrees
• Focal Length: 16mm
• Sensor Size: 1/4.0″
• Pixel Size: 1.12µm

Rear Camera Video Capabilities

• 4K at 30fps
• 1080p at 30/60/120fps
• Gyro-EIS (Electronic Image Stabilization), OIS

• Front Camera

• Resolution: 8 MP
• Aperture: f/2.0
• Focal Length: 26mm (wide)
• Sensor Size: 1/4.0″
• Pixel Size: 1.12µm
• Video Capabilities: 1080p at 30fps

• Additional Camera Features

• LED Flash
• HDR and Panorama Modes
• Bokeh Effect
• Night Shooting Function
• AI Super Resolution Zoom

• This camera setup on Sony 10 VI provides a good balance for everyday photography, offering wide-angle shots and decent low-light performance. However, it lacks a dedicated telephoto lens, which might be a consideration if zoom capabilities are important to you.

• Sony Xperia 10 VI Performance

• Operating System: It runs on Android 14, providing the latest features and security updates. Enjoy up to 3 major Android upgrades, which is commendable.
• Chipset: The device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 chipset, built on a 4nm process. This includes an octa-core CPU with 4x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 cores and 4x 1.8 GHz Cortex-A55 cores, paired with the Adreno 710 GPU. With this modest chip, multitasking and mid-set gaming experience is worthwhile.
• RAM and Storage: The Xperia 10 VI comes with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It also supports expandable storage via a microSDXC card, which uses a shared SIM slot.

Overall, these specs ensure that the Sony Xperia 10 VI can handle everyday tasks smoothly, from multitasking to running demanding apps.

Connectivity and Communications Support

Sony Xperia 10 VI offers a range of connectivity and communication features to ensure you stay connected:

• 5G Support: The Xperia 10 VI supports 5G networks, providing faster download and upload speeds, lower latency, and improved overall network performance.
• Wi-Fi: It supports Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), which offers decent speeds and reliability for most home and public networks.
• Bluetooth: The device is equipped with Bluetooth 5.2, allowing for stable and efficient connections with wireless earbuds, speakers, and other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
• NFC: Near Field Communication (NFC) is available for quick and easy pairing with other devices, as well as for contactless payments.
• USB-C: The Xperia 10 VI uses a USB-C 2.0 OTG port for charging and data transfer, which is reversible and supports faster data transfer rates.
• Dual SIM and eSIM: The phone supports dual SIM functionality, allowing you to use two different numbers or carriers simultaneously. Additionally, it has eSIM support, which can be particularly useful for international travel.
• GPS and GNSS: For navigation, the Xperia 10 VI includes GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS, ensuring accurate location tracking and navigation.

Battery and Power Management

The Xperia 10 VI has a robust 5,000mAh battery that can last up to two days on a single charge. The installed Battery Care feature helps extend the battery’s lifespan by preventing overcharging. It limits the battery’s time to 100% charge, which can be set to stop charging at 90% or 80%. Xperia Adaptive Charging technology monitors the battery’s health during charging to prevent any unnecessary strain, ensuring the battery remains healthy for up to 3 years.

Modes

• Stamina Mode: This mode restricts certain functions to save power, such as reducing screen brightness, limiting background data, and disabling GPS when the screen is off.
• Ultra-Stamina Mode: For even more extended battery life, this mode limits available apps and disables mobile data and Wi-Fi, while still allowing calls and SMS.