OnePlus 12 vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Compare OnePlus 12 vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5400mAh vs 5000mAh…
OnePlus
12
$799
17categories won
Sony
Sony Xperia 10 VI
$399
3categories won
1 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
OnePlus 12 takes the overall win
The OnePlus 12 claims the overall win over the Sony Xperia 10 VI, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 12 leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 12. Choose the 12 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Sony Xperia 10 VI if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
12 wins on endurance with 5,400 mAh and 100W fast charging.
12 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 16GB RAM.
12 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3x dedicated optical zoom.
Sony Xperia 10 VI wins on budget and value at $399 compared to $799.
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.
12 vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 12 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.82" | 6.1" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3168Winner | 1080 x 2520 |
| Pixel density | 510 ppiWinner | 449 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4500 nitsWinner | 800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 12 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 2,110,000Winner | 570,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 7050Winner | 2780 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GBWinner | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | 12 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | — |
| Ultrawide | 48 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 24fps, 4K at 60fps Dolby Vision | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 12 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,400 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 21 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 12 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 220 g | 164 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.15 mm | 8.3 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP65 | IP65 / IP68 |
| Build | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 back and front | Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front |
Software and support
| Specification | 12 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 (upgradable to 15) | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 4 yearsWinner | 3 years |
| Security updates | 5 yearsWinner | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 12 | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $799 | $399Winner |
OnePlus 12
With its 5400 mAh battery, 100W wired and 50W wireless charging, periscope telephoto camera, and 4500-nit 2K ProXDR display, the OnePlus 12 returned the brand to undisputed flagship killer status.
- Display
- 6.82"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,400mAh
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