OnePlus 12R vs Sony Xperia 10 VI
Compare OnePlus 12R vs Sony Xperia 10 VI side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5500mAh vs…
OnePlus
12R
$499
12categories won
Sony
Sony Xperia 10 VI
$399
3categories won
6 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
OnePlus 12R takes the overall win
The OnePlus 12R 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 two devices offer similar flexibility, while battery endurance leans towards the 12R. Choose the 12R if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Sony Xperia 10 VI if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
12R wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 100W fast charging.
12R leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) and 16GB RAM.
Both camera setups are closely matched for daily street photography and low-light shooting.
Sony Xperia 10 VI wins on budget and value at $399 compared to $499.
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.
12R vs Sony Xperia 10 VI: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 12R | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.1" |
| Resolution | 1264 x 2780Winner | 1080 x 2520 |
| Pixel density | 450 ppi | 449 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 4500 nitsWinner | 800 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 12R | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 |
| Process node | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 1,510,000Winner | 570,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 5540Winner | 2780 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 8 GB |
| Maximum storage | 256GBWinner | 128GB |
Camera
| Specification | 12R | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3Winner | 2 |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 16 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 4K at 60fps / 1080p at 60/240fps gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 12R | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 21 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
Design
| Specification | 12R | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 207 g | 164 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.8 mm | 8.3 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP64 | IP65 / IP68 |
| Build | Aluminum alloy frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front, frosted matte glass back | Lightweight matte polymer chassis with translucent resin design, Gorilla Glass Victus front |
Software and support
| Specification | 12R | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 (OxygenOS 14, upgradable to Android 15) | Android 14 |
| OS updates | 3 years | 3 years |
| Security updates | 4 years | 4 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 12R | Sony Xperia 10 VI |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be/ax/ac/a/b/g/n, 2.4/5GHz) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $499 | $399Winner |
OnePlus 12R
The OnePlus 12R is a masterclass in price-to-performance ratio, pairing Qualcomm proven flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 with a glorious 4500-nit 1.5K LTPO4 display, an enormous 5500 mAh battery, and lightning-quick 100W SuperVOOC charging for under $500.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh
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