Nothing Phone (3a) vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Compare Nothing Phone (3a) vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5200mAh vs…
Nothing
Phone (3a)
$349
13categories won
Sony
Sony Xperia 10 VI
$399
4categories won
4 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Nothing Phone (3a) takes the overall win
The Nothing Phone (3a) claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 10 VI, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the Sony Xperia 10 VI leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Phone (3a). Choose the Phone (3a) if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Sony Xperia 10 VI if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
Phone (3a) wins on endurance with 5,200 mAh and 45W fast charging.
Phone (3a) leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro and 12GB RAM.
Sony Xperia 10 VI takes photography with 48MP optics.
Phone (3a) provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $349 vs $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.
Phone (3a) vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Phone (3a) | 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 | 1800 nitsWinner | 800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,400,000Winner | 570,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 8900Winner | 2780 |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GBWinner | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GBWinner | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 2 |
| Ultrawide | 12 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,200 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 45 WWinner | 21 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 189 g | 164 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.4 mm | 8.3 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP65 / IP68 |
| Build | 100% recycled aluminum midframe, translucent polycarbonate rear panel with Glyph LEDs | Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front |
Software and support
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 3 years | 4 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Phone (3a) | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $349Winner | $399 |
Nothing Phone (3a)
Nothing continues its mission to make smartphones fun again with the Phone (3a), pairing its translucent Glyph LED aesthetic with custom Dimensity 7350 Pro power and a bloatware-free Android 15 experience.
- Display
- 6.7"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,200mAh
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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