Nothing Phone (2a) Plus vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Compare Nothing Phone (2a) Plus vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5000mAh vs…

Nothing
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
$399
10categories won

Sony
Sony Xperia 10 VI
$399
3categories won
8 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus takes the overall win
The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 10 VI, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus. Choose the Nothing Phone (2a) Plus if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Sony Xperia 10 VI if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 50W fast charging.
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro and 12GB RAM.
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus wins photography with 50MP main imaging.
Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $399.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.7" | 6.1" |
| Resolution | 1084 x 2412 | 1080 x 2520Winner |
| Pixel density | 395 ppi | 449 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1300 nitsWinner | 800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 790,000Winner | 570,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 3480Winner | 2780 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GBWinner | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GBWinner | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 2 |
| Ultrawide | 50 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 50 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 4K@30fps (Front & Rear), 1080p@120fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 50 WWinner | 21 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 190 g | 164 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.5 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP65 / IP68 |
| Build | Transparent metallic-tinted back panel, Glyph Interface LEDs, Gorilla Glass 5 front | Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front |
Software and support
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 years | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2a) Plus | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $399 | $399 |
Nothing Phone (2a) Plus
The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus elevates Nothing's iconic transparent design with a sophisticated metallic sheen, upgraded 50MP selfie shooter with 4K recording, dual 50MP rear cameras with OIS, custom 4nm Dimensity 7350 Pro processor clocked at 3.0GHz, and faster 50W wired charging.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Sony Xperia 10 VI
The Sony Xperia 10 VI is an audiophile and endurance marvel, weighing an astonishing 164g with 2-day battery life from its 5,000mAh cell. Features a cinematic 21:9 wide OLED display with Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, dual front-facing stereo speakers, a 3.5mm Hi-Res audio jack, 48MP OIS 2-in-1 zoom camera, and full IP65/IP68 water immersion proofing.
- Display
- 6.1"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
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